Supreme Collision first MSO to achieve Honda ProFirst at all locations
By Dylan O’Hagan Toronto, Ontario — May 24, 2016 — Supreme Collision Centre has announced it is the first multi-store operation (MSO) in Canada to have every facility accredited under the Honda ProFirst collision program. The process isn’t easy; it requires advanced training and a significant investment in people and equipment. For MSOs, the difficulty […]
I-CAR launches new courses on Honda & Acura A/C collision repair and NSX damage analysis
Ottawa, Ontario — May 05, 2016 — I-CAR will launch two new courses in the second quarter of 2016: Honda & Acura A/C Collision Repair and Acura NSX Damage Analysis. The new online courses are part of I-CAR’s continued collaboration with the company in an effort to help deliver Honda and Acura vehicle-specific training to […]
Acura Canada launches NSX certification program
By Mike Davey Toronto, Ontario — April 29, 2016 — A new OEM certification is coming to Canada. In fact, it’s already here. Acura Canada has recently rolled out a certification program designed for its 2017 NSX. The NSX series has always been technologically advanced. Originally the vehicle was designed to meet or exceed the […]
Honda revises criteria for ProFirst program
By Mike Davey Markham, Ontario — April 27, 2016 — Honda Canada has issued revised criteria for its ProFirst program. According to a statement from Honda Canada, the objective of this program is to provide recognition to collision repair facilities that meet or exceed Honda’s commitment to promote the correct, complete, and safe repair of […]
Total Takata airbag recall now possible
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — February 17, 2016 — The Takata airbag saga seems to be inflating to a new level of complexity and concern. Last month Federal safety regulators in the US confirmed that a South Carolina man died in December as a result of an explosion in a Takata airbag that wasn’t […]
Honda Canada releases technical bulletin for 2016 HR-V crossover
Toronto, Ontario — February 17, 2016 — Honda Canada has released new body repair information for its 2016 HR-V crossover. The new 2016 HR-V makes extensive use of high and ultra-high-strength steel, including 27 percent in grades 780, 980, and 1,500 MPa. In addition, the vehicle uses 4-plate spot welding (13 per side) in the […]
CSN-Morinville Auto Body earns Honda ProFirst certification
By Mike Davey Morinville, Alberta — February 3, 2016 — CSN-Morinville Auto Body has announced that it has received Honda ProFirst Certification. The facility is located in Morinville, Alberta, and is owned by Steve Hammond. In an interview with Collision Repair magazine, Hammond noted that he had been interested in the program for several years […]
Honda Canada issues technical bulletin on 2016 Civic
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — January 22, 2016 — The new Honda Civic will utilize more high-strength steel in 2016. The use of the new lightweight metals demands technicians require some consideration of new repair procedures. Chris Hogg, Business Planning Specialist with the APB & Honda Collision Advantage Program, notes that Honda Canada has […]
I-CAR launches new courses on MIG brazing, rivet bonding and Honda/Acura electrical repair
Hoffman Estates, Illinois — January 4, 2016 — I-CAR will launch three new courses in the first quarter of 2016: MIG brazing, rivet bonding, and Honda & Acura electrical system repair. The new MIG brazing and rivet bonding courses are part of I-CAR’s new Hands-On Skills Development program, a new line of courses that are […]
Honda Canada to enlist collision repair facilities in Takata recall
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — December 18, 2015 — Last week American Honda Motor Company announced a new program that recruits independent mechanical repair and collision repair facilities to identify vehicles with faulty Takata airbags and help notify clients. The auto industry is dealing with the single largest recall in history. This is not […]
