Why Can’t We Get Paid Mechanical Rates for Mechanical Operations?
What can we as technicians do to get paid for mechanical operations included in body operations? We seem to be at the mercy of collision programs influenced by insurance companies.
Ford Motor Company Selects OEC for Mechanical Parts Marketing Program
Ford Motor Co. has selected OEConnection (OEC) for a comprehensive mechanical parts ordering and fulfillment program through the OEC RepairLink solution.
ASA Mechanical Leaders Discuss Connected Cars on Capitol Hill
Members of ASA’s Mechanical Operations Committee recently met with top committees on Capitol Hill to discuss the future of connected cars and autonomous vehicles.
Cars, Careers and Celebrities Expo Open to Collision, Mechanical Repair Students
The Collision Repair Education Foundation is partnering with the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence to host Cars, Careers and Celebrities, which takes place Sept. 15 in Joliet, Ill.
Volkswagen Launches New Mechanical Parts Program to be Powered Exclusively By RepairLink
Volkswagen dealers can now streamline their parts procurement process and increase sales of genuine Volkswagen parts in the U.S.
Ohio Law Would Require Mechanical Repairers to Register with State Board
Under current law, only collision repair facilities are required to register with the Motor Vehicle Repair Board.
New Survey Results Reveal ‘Who Pays for What’ in Terms of Frame/Mechanical Procedures
This latest survey examines how often shops are charging – and being paid – for 20 different “not-included” repair procedures related to structural/frame and mechanical operations.
Licensed Car Mechanic Charged with Manslaughter in Customer’s Death
Investigators said the vehicle’s brake lines and rocker panels were rusted, corroded and in a visibly unsafe condition when the mechanic passed the car.
CARS to Feature Expanded Mechanical Specialty and Technical Training
The CARS program will feature more mechanical specialty and technical training than ever before, with additional sessions focused on leadership from all segments of the automotive service repair industry.
Does a Lienholder’s Rights Take Precedent Over a Mechanic’s Lien?
Does a dealership where one of our customers bought her car have the right to repossess the car from us without paying the charges? We fixed the car and the owner spent the insurance money and defaulted on the loan.