The Nuts & Volts of Hybrid Repairs
An increasing number of hybrid vehicles entering collision repair facilities means that you need the proper training to ensure accurate repairs and keep yourself safe.
Mobile Computer Station
The G1 Cart is a rugged mobile computer workstation with power that lasts all day. It eliminates running to and from offices and printers. It’s equipped with large pneumatic wheels, 12- volt batteries, a DC/AC inverter and charging system. Add a laptop computer and a printer along with peripheral supplies to create a mobile desk
I-CAR Announces Premiere of New Vehicle Technology Trends Course at SEMA
I-CAR introduced a new course on Nov. 2 during the SEMA Show at the Las Vegas Convention Center. I-CAR’s new course provides training on the latest vehicle technology and its implications during the repair process. Vehicle Technology and Trends 2011 (NEW11) is an instructor-led course that offers students information on the many features surrounding
Survey Says Most Small Shops Undercharge for Work
In a recent survey of small- to mid-size collision repair shops, results showed most shops don’t charge all of the industry-accepted fees for their work. The survey was conducted by Web-Est, LLC, a provider of collision repair estimating software, from Dec. 4 to Dec. 11. Results from the survey showed that the majority of small-
SUPER TECHNOLOGY ISSUE: Hybrids – It’s All About Training
The expense and time commitment necessary to get trained on hybrids is significant, but without it, you have no business repairing these vehicles.
King Collision Centers Roll Out New Recycling Policy
King Collision Centers, with locations in Plymouth, Pembroke and Raynham, Mass., announced it has made "environmentally conscious" modifications at each of its locations. Bruce King, owner of King Collision Centers, says the company is incorporating a comprehensive recycling program at all three locations. The company not only participates in the traditional recycling of paper,
Kaeser Announces ENERGY STAR Partnership
Kaeser Compressors recently partnered with the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR program. According to the EPA, an ENERGY STAR partnership offers businesses an energy management strategy that helps in measuring current energy performance, setting goals, tracking savings and rewarding improvements. Kaeser says that its ENERGY STAR partnership will help the company communicate the importance
The Green Team: Eco-Friendly Ways
These body shop owners are hoping their eco-friendly ways and streamlined operations will boost their bottom line.
Working on Hybrids: A Body Shop Primer
Hybrids account for only 1% of all U.S. light-vehicle sales, which actually presents a dilemma for shops: Because hybrids aren’t all that common (yet), shops aren’t as familiar with the potential hazards as they should be.
Repairing Hybrid Electric Vehicles
Question answered by: Mike West Recently, the Sierra Club — the environmental organization that acts as the world’s conscience when it comes to issues like protecting the spotted owl, old growth forests and, of course, global warming — weighed in with a press release titled, “The Next Big Thing From Detroit.” No, it wasn’t about
