SUN Collision Launches Repair Package Solution at SEMA
The Repair Package solution is designed to streamline blueprinting processes, enabling fast and accurate estimates.
I-CAR Launches Measuring, Anchoring and Pulling Courses
These courses for both unibody and full-framed vehicles are designed to equip auto pros with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively measure, anchor and pull damaged vehicles.
ADAS Calibrations: Understanding the When-Why-How
Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) are nothing new anymore to collision repair facilities; these systems have been around for longer than most people think. But more and more vehicles are featuring them; in fact, for the 2022 model year, 11 of the top 15 car manufacturers produced over 95% of their vehicles with forward-facing cameras requiring
Welding 101: What to Know and Where to Begin
With many welding methods available, which one is right?
How Would You Like Your Eggs?
Just like a server at a cafe asks, “How would you like me to prepare your eggs?” insurers often place repairers in the position of asking their customers, “How would you like your vehicle repaired?”
Survey: More Body Shops Being Paid for Seat Belt Inspections
Shops are increasingly billing for — and being paid for — seat belt inspections, according to the latest “Who Pays for What?” survey.
What are Collision Repairers’ Obligations to Insurers?
Many collision repairers often believe they must comply with insurers’ demands, but when asked why they believe this, few of them can give good answers.
Repair Vehicle Structural Damage Faster, Safer and Per OEM Specs
Times have changed. Today’s vehicles are not your grandfather’s … or father’s, for that matter. The “computers on wheels” of today feature advanced substrates, sophisticated electronics and tighter tolerances. They’re designed for maximum safety for the occupants. For all these reasons, you should be measuring every vehicle that comes into your shop to diagnose if,
Vehicle Electronics: The Future Is Much Closer Than You Think
If you haven’t come up with a plan for new vehicle electronics or servicing battery-electric vehicles, maybe you should … because the future is already at your door.
Reader’s Choice: What Does the Future Look Like for EVs?
What is the future for EVs, what can shops expect, what are the pros and cons, and what must we do to prepare?
