Health & Safety: Keeping Your Records Straight
How OSHA’s new recordkeeping rule may affect you and your shop.
Hand Tool Guide
We talked to some of the best hand tool makers in the market about just what these modern marvels can do.
Radiator Assemblies Join Genuine GM Rewards Powertrain Program
Genuine GM Rewards Program participants are now eligible to receive redeemable points equivalent to two percent of list price with the purchase of Genuine GM Parts radiator assemblies from their participating GM dealers.
Battling the Bigs
Four locally owned small MSOs share their thoughts on how they plan to retain their market share should one of the mega consolidators move to their block.
Shop Profile: Global Collision
By referring to customers as “patients” and offering them a “Ford to Ferrari” experience, Global Collision sets itself apart from the competition.
Air Compressors: What to Consider When Buying
Rotary type compressors are now taking a larger bite out of piston compressors in the collision repair market, with their manufacturers claiming this technology is more energy efficient and provides a reliable supply of clean, dry air.
Factory Five Racing Names Collision Quest Exclusive Painting Consultant for Factory Five Customers
The world’s largest kit car manufacturer, Factory Five Racing, Inc. of Wareham, Mass., has entered into an agreement with Collision Quest, of Boston, Mass., in which Collision Quest will become the exclusive collision repair and painting consultant to both new and existing Factory Five customers. "Because our cars are built by their owners, there’s a
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.
FTC Issues Warranty Rights Consumer Alert in Response to Complaints about OEM Position Statements
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released an FTC Consumer Alert, “Auto Warranties, Routine Maintenance and Repairs: Is Using the Dealer a Must?” after a position statement from Honda sparked opposition from the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), Automotive Oil Change Association (AOCA) and the Tire Industry Association (TIA), along with the Automotive Recyclers Assocition
CAPA Releases New Bumper Standard, Enlists IIHS for Crash Tests
The Technical Committee of the Certified Automotive Parts Association (CAPA) has approved the CAPA 501 Standard for the certification of aftermarket bumper parts, which includes steel bumpers (front and rear), steel reinforcements (rebars), bumper brackets and energy absorbers. CAPA also enlisted the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) to evaluate the crashworthiness of a vehicle