2020 SEMA Memorial Scholarship and Loan Forgiveness Award Winners Announced
The SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund awarded $307,000 to 106 individuals this year.
Ford Launches Seat Belt Monitor in Ranger
Ford has announced that every Ford Ranger will feature rear seat belt monitors that will alert the driver if a second-row passenger unbuckles and indicate which seat they’re in.
CARSTAR Don & Ron’s Hosts First Responder Emergency Extrication Event
CARSTAR Don & Ron’s of Omaha, Neb., hosted a First Responder Emergency Extrication (F.R.E.E.) program event on April 14 to train fire fighters on “cutting” late-model vehicles in simulated rescue efforts.
Ford Adding Electrified F-150, Mustang, Transit by 2020 in Major EV Push
The moves are part of a $4.5 billion investment in electrified vehicles by 2020, plans that are part of the company’s expansion to become an “auto and a mobility company,” including leading in electrified and autonomous vehicles and providing new mobility solutions.
Ford Rotunda Dealer Equipment Program Approves Global Finishing Solutions’ REVO Accelerated Curing Systems
The REVO Systems, which use shortwave electric infrared technology, can improve paint shop throughput up to 80 percent, according to GFS.
Portable Welder
Lincoln-Electric’s portable Power MIG 210 MP is a multi-process welder with dual-input voltage options (120 and 230 volts), enabling the user to plug it in practically anywhere.
New Ford Workshop Manuals Feature More Collision Repair Sections, 3D Graphics
Redesigned format being used on manuals worldwide in effort to globalize Ford’s official repair procedures and information.
I-CAR Announces New Ford Training Program
I-CAR will soon offer collision repair industry professionals a new training opportunity focused on Ford’s vehicle-specific parts and repair procedures. The I-CAR course, Collision Repair for Ford and Lincoln Vehicles (FOR05), was developed by I-CAR, in conjunction with Ford Paint & Body Technology Center. Registration for this instructor-led (live) training program is currently open, and
I-CAR Returns to NACE with Training, Technology Showcase
I-CAR announced it will return to NACE this year at its new location, Orlando, Fla. In support of its longstanding partnership with Automotive Service & Repair Week (ASRW), I-CAR will offer 12 training opportunities, including several I-CAR ProLevel 1 training options, and an all-new Technology Showcase. John Van Alstyne, I-CAR CEO and president, said, “Returning
Protective Welding Apparel
Lincoln’s new personal protection clothing line, Red Line Welding Apparel, offers the ideal gear for every welding application. The line includes gloves, jackets, caps and safety glasses, with several options to choose from in each category. Gloves keep hands safe from heat, while four jacket styles offer upper-body and arm protection. Doo rags, beanies and
