BASF Releases Tool to Help Body Shops Navigate OEM Certification Programs
BASF Refinish has released a new OEM Sales Toolbox to guide body shops through the process of building a solid strategy that aligns with the growing OEM influence in the industry.
ARA Takes Action in Response to NSF International’s Exit from Certification Program
The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) announced that it is taking immediate steps to mitigate the impact NSF International’s exit from the automotive part certification business will have on the automotive recycling industry.
NSF International Discontinues Automotive Parts Certification Programs
NSF International has announced it will discontinue its Automotive Parts Certification Program (APCP) and affiliated automotive certification and registration programs effective Sept. 30, 2019.
Spanesi Americas Products Earn Global Certification from Ford
Spanesi Americas announced it has earned global certification for its products from the Ford Motor Company.
Do People Actually Search By OEM Certification?
Shocker: If you’re certified or part of any OEM network, no one is searching for shops that are certified on Google. That said, you should still be promoting your certifications on your website.
Elite Body Shop Solutions Announces New Webinar on Certification
Elite Body Shop Solutions’ next installment of the FREE Elite Webinar Series will feature Assured Performance CEO Scott Biggs presenting, “Leveraging the Certified Repair Provider Model.”
Crash Champions Earns NSF Collision Certification
NSF International announced it has certified seven Crash Champions locations throughout the Chicago area.
OEM Auto Body Certification: What’s Next?
In 2011, the three major industry associations decided that OEM repair procedures should be the standard. In 2019, we’re talking about taking those repair procedures to the next level and getting that stamp of approval from the manufacturers who created them.
Use OE Certification to Stand Out
We all understand differentiating yourself is one key to business success, right? And one of the ways to do that is through OE certification.
AASP/NJ Board Member Dave Gruskos Delivers Presentation on OEM Certification
AASP/NJ announced that board member Dave Gruskos, president of Reliable Automotive Equipment, gave a presentation titled, “OEM Certifications: Not Just a Fad,” on Jan. 24, 2019 at his facility in Belford, N.J.
