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Opus IVS Diagnostic Tools Approved for Use in the Subaru Certified Collision Network

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Opus IVS announced Subaru of America, Inc. has approved the DriveSafe and ScanSafe diagnostic tools for use within the Subaru Certified Collision Network. The DriveSafe and ScanSafe devices both utilize OEM Subaru SSM3 and SSM4 software and the OEM Denso DST-vehicle communication interface. “Opus IVS is excited to be selected as an approved partner with […]

Volkswagen AG Approves Car-O-Liner Resistance Spot Welder

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Car-O-Liner announced it has received another prestigious approval from Volkswagen Automotive Group for its VAS 6755A fully automatic resistance spot welder. “We are proud to announce the newest addition to our Volkswagen-approved systems, the Car-O-Liner VAS 6755A welder,” said Tim Garner, market development manager for Car-O-Liner. “The VAS6755A resistance welder was certified by third-party testing […]

BASF Extends Refinish Commercial Supplier Agreement with Mercedes- Benz in Asia Pacific Region

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BASF has recently secured a multi-year contract with Mercedes-Benz in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region that extends its longstanding, commercially approved supplier status with the car company to Australia, Japan, Malaysia, South Korea, Taiwan and Thailand. The agreement, which builds upon its agreement with Mercedes-Benz in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region, includes its […]

Farmers Insurance Returns to Louisiana Auto Insurance Market

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Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon has approved rate and form filings for Farmers Insurance (Farmers), the nation’s ninth largest property and casualty insurer, to return to the Louisiana market this month with auto, homeowners, condo and renters insurance. “The addition of a major national company to the roster of insurers offering property and automobile insurance […]

Mercedes-Benz AG Approves Axalta Refinish Brands in 8 Asia-Pacific Markets Until 2025

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Mercedes-Benz AG has renewed its approval of Spies Hecker and Standox, two of the premium, global refinish brands of Axalta (NYSE: AXTA), global manufacturer of liquid and powder coatings. Effective April 1, 2021, Spies Hecker and Standox are once again approved for use across the Mercedes-Benz network in eight Asian-Pacific (APAC) markets, until March 31, […]

PPG Delfleet One Paint System Approved by Daimler Truck North America

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PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced that Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) has approved PPG Delfleet One Paint System for warranty and aftermarket repairs on its Freightliner and Western Star Trucks. Covering the full commercial transportation color palette, the system offers volatile organic compound (VOC) ratings of 1.5 pounds per gallon for basecoat, direct gloss and matte […]

asTech Certified to Support the GM Collision Repair Network Diagnostics

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asTech, a Repairify Inc. company, announced it is providing GM with key scanning, diagnostics, and calibration solutions. “asTech provides the right service, tools, and quality technicians to provide proper repair and customer safety,” stated Jake Rodenroth, asTech Director of OEM and Industry Technical Relations. “As product development continues, and as we see more EV vehicles […]

Car-O-Liner Structural Repair Equipment Approved for Mercedes-Benz USA

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Car-O-Liner announced that Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) has approved Car-O-Liner structural repair equipment and tools for use in Mercedes Certified Collision Centers. The recommended products include the BenchRack 5500, 6300, EVO Fixturing and Vision X3 measuring.  “Our entire team is excited to be a part of the MBUSA Certified Collision Center Program,” said Tim Garner, market […]

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