VeriFacts Automotive announced that it had been selected as the provider of independent, third-party collision repair business coaching, evaluation and verification services for the CARS Cooperative and its members. Through the partnership, CARS Cooperative members will receive special pricing on new services with VeriFacts Automotive, including: Third-party, independent in-shop review and quality calibration to help […]
I-CAR Announces Expanded Partnership with Audi for Collision Repair Network Training
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) today announced a partnership with Audi of America’s Collision Repair Network, where I-CAR will deliver expanded training to all new Network members as Audi seeks to augment the knowledge of technicians and shop management. I-CAR Gold Class certification has been required for any member of Audi’s Collision […]
SolutionWorks Chooses Mobile Tech RX Business Management Platform
Mobile Tech RX, the business management platform for auto reconditioning businesses, announced a new partnership with the SolutionWorks, the new enterprise coming out of the merger announced in March 2020 between AutoWorks Paintless Dent Repair and Catastrophe Solutions International (CSI). SolutionWorks chose to partner with Mobile Tech RX because of its established position as a […]
Solera Audatex Launches Image Capture Solution for AXA in the United Arab Emirates
Solera Audatex (Audatex FZ LLC), part of Solera Holdings, Inc., announced the implementation of Audatex Image Capture for underwriting at AXA, one of the region’s leading global insurers. AXA in the Gulf has been a partner of Solera Audatex in the United Arab Emirates for several years. Given the current industry conditions brought on by […]
OEConnection Announces RepairLink Integration for Protractor Management Platform
OEConnection LLC (OEC) announced it successfully launched an integration between its RepairLink mechanical parts ordering platform and the Protractor Management Platform for Auto & Tire Shops. This integration allows repairers to remain within their shop management system while using the RepairLink capabilities to find and order OEM parts from dealerships. The RepairLink integration with Protractor […]
Electude and CCAR Announce COVID-19 Best Practices eLearning Modules
Electude International and the Coordinating Committee for Automotive Repair (CCAR) announced the further expansion of the online E-Safety course suite, the automotive safety courses, assessments and credentials created by CCAR and available through Electude. New COVID-19 learning modules for automotive service and repair staff as well as for management have been added, providing best practice […]
Uni-Select Joins Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance
Uni-Select Inc. (TSE:UNS) announced that, effective June 1, Uni-Select Canada Inc. has joined the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc., the global network of independent automotive warehouse distributors. “We are glad to join the Alliance as we are both driven by entrepreneurial spirit and have a strong commitment to the aftermarket,” said Brent Windom, President and […]
Signature Collision Centers Choose AirPro Diagnostics
AirPro Diagnostics announced the addition of Signature Collision Centers to its list of clients. Based in Annapolis, Md., Signature Collision is an MSO with 24 locations along the eastern seaboard. Carl Deaton, VP of Operations at Signature Collision Centers, stated, “We understand that vehicle technology is rapidly advancing and that each manufacturer has its own […]
Mazda Partners with OEConnection for Mechanical Parts Marketing Program
OEConnection LLC (OEC) announced it will provide Mazda North American Operations with RepairLink, its mechanical parts sourcing technology. Mazda is the 10th vehicle manufacturer to adopt RepairLink to facilitate their online OEM parts marketing program, with RepairLink programs covering over 80 percent of US vehicles. The RepairLink solution allows participating Mazda dealers to offer competitively […]
BASF Announces Refinish Supply Agreement with Car Sharing Company in China
BASF and DiDi, the mobile transportation platform, signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, China, where Xiaoju Autocare (Xiaoju Yangche), a subsidiary of DiDi, is headquartered. Under the agreement, BASF will provide DiDi with sustainable automotive refinish products developed at its research and production site in Jiangmen. These products, designed for the Chinese […]