I-CAR Announces Enhancements to Two Professional Development Courses
Updates for Adhesive Bonding (ADH01) and Steel Sectioning Qualification Test (SPS05) include Live Demo format, in-shop training and testing.
Do You Duplicate OE…Or Not?
Duplicating what the OE factory did during assembly isn’t as simple
as it seems…because not all procedures duplicate the factory build process.
Canandaigua Chamber of Commerce Names Nu-Look Collision ‘Business of the Year’
The Canandaigua Chamber of Commerce has selected Nu-Look Collision as “Business of the Year” in the service category. Nominated businesses, which represent the categories of service, retail, industry and tourism, were asked to detail their history of business, length of operation, involvement with the Canandaigua Chamber of Commerce, contribution to the community (economically and environmentally),
I-CAR Updates Steel Sectioning Qualification Test to Match OE Repair Procedures
Enhancements include updated rail design, material thickness and welds.
AASP-MN Helps Get Paint and Materials Tax Bill Passed
Legislation will allow collision shops to purchase paint/materials exempt from sales tax and then collect sales tax at retail.
ASA Opposes PARTS Act
Association questions safety of copy parts and believes they expose consumers to risks.
Are You Ready to Troubleshoot Complex Technological Systems?
BodyShop Business Publisher Scott Shriber asks the collision industry if it has the training necessary to deal with electronic stability control, TPMS, HAC/HDC and other technology.
Radar Sensing Technology
Radar – really? If you haven’t seen it in a crunched car yet, you’re probably overdue. Vehicles utilizing this technology invented for ships and planes are now rolling (or being towed) into shops as a result of collisions. To repair these vehicles efficiently and profitably, you need to understand the specific nuances of each manufacturer’s advanced
Zara’s Collision Center Receives Assured Performance Network Certification
Assured Performance Network has announced that Zara’s Collision Center, located in Springfield, Ill., has received certification for meeting standards of operational excellence. Zara’s, now in its 27th year of business, is located at 3117 Wide Track Drive in Springfield, one block south of Dirksen Parkway and South Grand Avenue East. The shop’s 12-month customer satisfaction
Reader’s Choice: Post-Repair Inspections
“What are some things you look for in post-repair inspections? As a tech, I’m always looking to put out a better product. Also, I’m interested in getting into the field of auto appraisal, either insurance or classic cars.”
