I-CAR launches new courses on calibration, scanning and OEM-specific procedures
Hoffman Estates, Illinois — January 9, 2017 — It can be difficult to access high-quality training on the latest topics. I-CAR has made accessing that training a little easier with the release of seven new one-hour, online courses. The new courses are part of I-CAR’s Vehicle and Technology Specific Training curriculum portfolio. The courses include […]
Denise Caspersen, Jose Jacob join Collision Diagnostic Services
Plano, Texas — January 3, 2017 — CDS has announced the addition of Denise Caspersen and Jose Jacob to the positions of Project Manager and Sr. Recruiter respectively. CDS produces the AsTech scanning diagnostic device. Caspersen, formerly with National Autobody Parts Warehouse and the Automotive Service Association (ASA), has extensive experience working on automotive industry […]
Results of scanning survey, next survey looks at certification programs
Peterborough, Ontario — December 13, 2016 — Scanning and calibration have been the hottest topics in collision repair this past year, with industry consultants such as Mike Anderson saying the best practice is to run a full scan, both before and after the repair. But how many shops are actually doing this? According to the […]
Results of shop type survey, next survey looks at scanning habits
Peterborough, Ontario — December 6, 2016 — The results of our first survey are in! Last week, Collision Repair magazine introduced a new weekly survey to help provide you with a snapshot of various aspects of the autobody business and the larger automotive claims economy. Every Wednesday, we’ll bring you a fresh survey, along with […]
Pfaff Open House targets new materials, techniques and scanning
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — November 21, 2016 — Pfaff Autoworks held its annual Insurance Open House, drawing attendance at least four times greater than what it was in 2015. This year’s event was held in association with Collision Industry Information Assistance (CIIA). Attendees gathered at Pfaff’s high-end repair facility in Vaughan. Representatives of […]
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Panelists announced for SEMA’s scanning sessions
Prosser, Washington — September 23, 2016 — The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has announced additional details on the morning session of the OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit taking place at the 2016 SEMA Show. The 2016 SEMA Show will take place November 1 to 4 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The session […]
CDS officially launches asTech2 diagnostic tool
Anaheim, California — Aug 24, 2016 — Collision Diagnostic Services (CDS) has announced the official release of its next generation asTech2 diagnostic tool. A statement from CDS says the new asTech2 device will cover nearly all makes and models, 2008 and newer. In addition to launching a new mobile app, the company also added new […]
Scanning, advanced materials to dominate SEMA’s OEM Technology Summit
Prosser, Washington — August 18, 2016 — Constantly advancing technology and repair techniques mean strong links between the OEMs, repairers and insurers are more important than ever before. Details have now been released for the OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit, taking place at the 2016 SEMA Show. The 2016 SEMA Show takes place in Las […]
Honda Canada releases scanning and calibration position statement
Toronto, Ontario — August 15, 2016 — Honda Canada has released a position statement that, in general, confirms what we’ve seen recently from major OEMs in the US: all vehicles involved in a collision must have diagnostic scans, inspections, and/or calibrations done to avoid improper repair. The position statement defines a collision as “damage that […]
