Car-O-Liner welder has lightweight gun, telescopic support
By CRM staff Wixom, Michigan – November 2, 2018 – A lightweight transformer gun is the highlight of Car-O-Liner’s new CTR 9 automatic welder. The state-of-the-art unit debuted at the 2018 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) event. Car-O-Liner has invested in this new technology to increase welders’ efficiency. The company said the CTR 9 is […]
SEMA 2018 wraps up
By CRM staff Toronto, Ontario — November 5, 2018 — What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas but not when it comes to the SEMA show. Collision Repair has a recap of events at the four-day tradeshow. Thousands of members from the automotive industry roamed around the show floor to network and look at the many […]
Larger vehicles safer in front-to-front crash: IIHS
By CRM staff Arlington, Virginia — November 1, 2018 — When it’s time for a new driver’s first set of wheels, many young people and their parents opt for something cute and inexpensive — in other words, small. In terms of safety, that’s a mistake, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). IIHS […]
J.D. Power VIN option gives more precise valuations
By CRM staff Toronto, Ontario — November 2, 2018 — More customized vehicle valuations are now available to some users of J.D. Power services. A new feature that will enhance and customize each vehicle valuation, referred to as a VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) Based Option, is available to NADA values online subscribers. The feature utilizes packaging, content and descriptive […]