J.D. Power: New-Vehicle Quality Hits New High, But Collision-Avoidance Technology Causing Headaches
Collision-avoidance technology and other advanced driver-assistance systems were part of the only category to show declines in quality scores.
‘Collision-Free Society’: Honda Aiming to Have Highly Automated Vehicles by 2025
Honda said it is targeting the year 2025 for the introduction of vehicles with highly automated driving capability in most driving situations (SAE Level 4).
Younger Generations Clamoring for Self-Driving Vehicles
Tech-savvy millennials (also known as Gen Y) and centennials (Gen Z) show the most interest in buying an autonomous vehicle, according to a survey by Autolist.com.
NORTHEAST 2017: OEMs See Certification as Future of Collision Repair
As vehicles become more complex, OEM certification will play an increasingly important role in the collision repair industry, representatives from Fiat Chrysler, Ford, Honda and Toyota said during a panel discussion at the 2017 NORTHEAST Automotive Services Show.
Jerry’s ABRA Auto Body & Glass Earns Honda ProFirst Certification
The certification “provides confidence to Honda and Acura vehicle owners that the proper tools, equipment and training are in place for the repair center to perform high-quality auto body repairs.”
Technical: Change Keeps Coming
With car manufacturers scrambling to meet the CAFE regulations, change will not slow down anytime soon. So we need to stay current on repair recommendations.
Tesla Approves Pro Spot SP Series MIGs for Aluminum Welding
The Tesla approval joins many others of the SP MIG welders including Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar, Land Rover, Honda/Acura, Ford F-150, Cadillac CT6, Corvette and more.
I-CAR Awards First-Ever I-CAR Platinum/ASE Master Collision Repair and Refinish Technician of the Year Award
Tony Harrison of Bob Moore Collision Center in Moore, Okla., received the award on Nov. 16th at the annual ASE Technician Awards banquet in Concord, N.C.
OE Certification: Equipment Manufacturer Perspective
The sophisticated materials and complex technology in today’s vehicles are driving more interest in certified collision repair programs and OEM recognition on the supply side.
Color Trends with the Pros
When the next Acura NSX ($200K) or the next 3T5 Lexus/Toyota or KAB Nissan/Infiniti colors show up at your door, don’t despair. First, catch it on the damage appraisal, and second, get advice from your paint jobber.
