Outsourcing Alignments: What It’s Really Costing You
Most alignments don’t take a lot of time, so why do so many collision shops outsource them?
I-CAR Latest ADAS Podcast Advises to ‘Clear the Trunk’
Everything from fuel tank levels to extra trunk weight from a set of golf clubs can influence calibration targets and variances, guests on the podcast stated.
ESI Introduces New DT-8806H Forehead IR Thermometer
ESI’s DT-8806H Forehead IR Thermometer is an FDA-approved device that is capable of safely measuring forehead temperatures.
Porsche Approves Celette Cameleon for 2020 911 Carrera
Celette announced that Porsche North America has selected the Cameleon Premium Universal Fixture System for the repairs of the 2020 911 Carrera (992) and future models.
Matrix Wand Launches FenderBolt Online Training
Matrix Wand has launched FenderBolt, a repair analysis software and online training platform.
Chief Launches New Mosaic ADT Calibration System
Chief has partnered with Burke Porter Group to create the industry’s first-ever automated ADAS calibration system.
Collision Terminology: Good and Bad
I’ve often shuddered at collision industry jargon and buzzwords that often paint repairers as rough, crude and unsophisticated Neanderthals.
Start Small When It Comes to Tracking the Financials in Your Body Shop
I know this industry doesn’t attract many math or finance majors as shop owners. But I implore you to start tracking your financials because, if you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it.
SCRS Teams with Spanesi for SEMA Show Booth Drawing
SCRS has collaborated with Spanesi to offer its largest SEMA Show booth drawing ever: the chance to win a Spanesi Touch Electronic Measuring System, including one year of Spanesi Touch Electronic Measuring System vehicle data.
OE Certification: We All Benefit
Whether it’s your customer, policyholder or vehicle consumer, customer satisfaction is the key to success in the collision repair industry. The OE certification process is an important part of achieving this.