Ford Issues Position Statement on Non-OEM Glass
Ford advises against using non-OEM glass for quality, performance and safety reasons.
CAPA Launches Verification Program for Headlamp Repair Tabs
The Certified Automotive Parts Association (CAPA) has announced the launch of its new verification program for headlamp repair tabs.
Lexus Announces Safety Systems+ as New Vehicle Standard
Lexus has announced that its Safety System+ will be a standard feature in all U.S. Lexus vehicles starting with the 2020 model year.
AAA: It’s Time to Bring U.S. Headlight Standards Out of the Dark Ages
New research from AAA found that European vehicles equipped with adaptive driving beam headlights increase roadway lighting by as much as 86 percent when compared to U.S. low beam headlights.
CARSTAR Urges Customers to Stay Winter Ready
Cold weather can create some of the harshest driving conditions of the year. The months between October and February top the list for accidents, vehicle damage and injuries.
Scanning for Proper Collision Repair Planning
Scanning is one of the hottest topics in the collision repair industry today. I believe the best way to approach this subject is not from a repairer’s perspective but a post-repair inspector’s.
FCA US Consolidates Automatic Emergency Braking Components for Model Year 2019
The first FCA US systems featured cameras and radar sensors mounted in the rearview mirror and front grille, respectively. The arrival earlier this year of the 2019 Ram 1500 full-size pickup consolidated these technologies behind the rearview mirror.
DRPs from A to F: Grading the Insurance Companies
Your DRPs are grading you against your competition. So let’s turn the tables, get out our red pencils and grade the insurance companies.
Simple Repair Job Convinced MSO to Develop Procedures for Scanning, Diagnostics and Recalibration
One of our good customers got in a very minor accident with his new Honda Pilot. The job was a simple one: Replace the bumper, right front fender and door mirror, and repair a small dent on the door.
GEICO Reminds Motorists that Deer Could Be Near this Time of Year
Often, deer strikes lead to confusing questions, such as: “Why would the deer run into my car?” or “Why did it just stand there?”
