CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts announced that 49 of its franchise locations across the U.S. have earned I-CAR Gold Class recognition this year. “CARSTAR is committed to delivering the highest-quality collision repairs and excellent customer satisfaction, and that is made possible by having the best trained technicians who are accredited at the top of collision […]
AMi Launches Designations for Collision Repair Estimators
New professional designation includes I-CAR training and ASE certification requirement. The Automotive Management Institute (AMi) announces the development and launch of two new professional designations for the Collision Repair Estimator role. “The new designations, represent fourteen months of industry work to identify and develop requirements, which include AMi, I-CAR and Information Provider training and ASE […]
Volvo Adds I-CAR Gold Class Requirement to Collision Repair Certification Program
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced that its Gold Class designation been selected as a requirement for collision repair shops to participate in the Volvo Certified Collision Facility (VCCF) Program. “I-CAR commends Volvo and its commitment to requiring the Gold Class designation for its network repairers,” said John Van Alstyne, I-CAR CEO […]
BASF’s VisionPLUS Performance Group Participation Approved for I-CAR Credit
BASF’s VisionPLUS Performance Group program is now I-CAR–approved. In 2017, each Performance Group member will receive seven I-CAR Platinum points for meetings they attend, helping them maintain I-CAR Platinum status each year. “Our Performance Group community is growing and getting stronger each year,” said Craig Seelinger, BASF VisionPLUS Program Manager. “We continuously strive to develop […]
I-CAR Releases NACE Automechanika Collision Repair Course Schedule
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced seven courses that its collision repair instructors will offer at the 2017 NACE Automechanika Chicago trade show and conference, July 26-28, in the West Hall of McCormick Place. I-CAR events at NACE Automechanika Chicago will detail the latest approaches to vehicle repair and collision repair business […]
Sherwin-Williams Announces Advanced Painter Certification Course Eligible for I-CAR Credit
Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes announced an expanded Advanced Painter Certification course for collision repair professionals. The course is designed to provide participants with state-of-the-industry expertise on OE color trends and innovations. More information about the course is available online. “Unique OEM colors and specialty finishes change each year, so this class is built to adapt,” said […]
Interview: Chris Evans, State Farm Insurance
Chris Evans, Claim Consultant, explains State Farm’s recent decision to require I-CAR’s Welding program for collision repair facilities on its Select Service referral program. In April, State Farm Insurance announced it would begin requiring collision repair shops that participate in its Select Service referral program to have technicians with the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision […]
Australia Insurer IAG Implementing I-CAR Gold Class Repairer Accreditation across Network
In partnership with I-CAR, Insurance Australia Group Limited (IAG) announced a new initiative for its partner repairers to attain I-CAR Gold Class Repairer accreditation. Steve Bubulj, Head of National Supply Chain said “It is a natural next step for IAG partner repairers to embark on the I-CAR Gold Class program to ensure together we stay […]
I-CAR Announces Changes to Class Cancellation Policy
Effective May 1, training organization is cancelling classes with fewer than three registered students. Students will be allowed to register for next available class or employer can request a private event. The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) today announced a new live course cancellation policy that was put into effect last week. Under […]
State Farm Adds Welding Certification Requirement for Select Service Collision Repair Shops
Repair facilities must have steel requirement completed by end of 2017. State Farm announced that the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) Welding Training & Certification for collision repairers is now a requirement to participate in its Select Service Program. Training will be delivered by I-CAR and offered at special pricing for network members. […]