The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced that it has awarded Insurance Gold Class business recognition at the corporate level to Auto Club Enterprises Insurance Group. The insurer’s appraiser staff completed the Auto Physical Damage Appraiser (APDA) training requirements in I-CAR’s Professional Development Program (PDP), therefore achieving corporate Insurance Gold Class. Auto Club […]
I-CAR Extends Free Access to Repairability Technical Support Forum
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced that it will extend free access to its Repairability Technical Support (RTS) Portal through the end of the year. I-CAR offered complimentary access to RTS until May 31 through their Covid-19 Industry Relief Program, announced in March. “We recognize the strong value RTS provides to the […]
I-CAR Announces New Board Elected Under Update Governance Plan
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) Board of Directors announced the election of seven individuals to fill open board seats, including three members returning for a second, three-year term. The new board follows the November 2019 adoption of its updated governance structure. The Board includes four representatives from the Collision Repair segment; three […]
Jeff Peevy Named VP Technical Products, Programs and Services at I-CAR
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced the addition of Jeff Peevy, AMAM, to its executive leadership team as Vice President – Technical Products, Programs & Services. In this new role, which becomes effective at the end of July, Peevy will spearhead the strategic development and growth of all I-CAR curriculum and technical […]
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 […]
I-CAR Provides Update on Restart of In-Shop Certification and Assessment Programs
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) shared details of its safety guidelines and plans for re-starting its Hands-On Skills Development, Welding Training & Certification and Live Courses, which have been paused during the COVID-19 pandemic. “The safety of everyone is I-CAR’s number-one priority in consideration of the plans and timelines for re-starting our […]
I-CAR Adds 3 Online Training Courses
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) three new online courses that count toward annual Gold Class and Platinum training requirements. The new courses include: Car-O-Liner CMI300 PulseTrio – GMA Welder Operation and Tuning is a one-hour course that introduces the settings, functions, adjustments, and advanced tuning techniques for the CMI300 PulseTrio. Chief MultiMig […]
Doug Middleton, Longtime I-CAR Staff Member and Volunteer, Passes Away Aged 97
World War II Navy vet, who had long career in the auto insurance industry, supported industry training activities into his 90s. Lemuel Douglas “Doug” Middleton, a long-time staff member and volunteer at the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR), passed away May 19 at the age of 97. Middleton was born January 27, 1923 […]
I-CAR Announces 2020 Volunteer and Instructor Award Recipients
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced the 2020 recipients of its Johnny Dickerson Welding Award, Lon Baudoux Instructor of the Year Award and I-CAR’s Founders and Committee Awards. The awards were scheduled to be announced at I-CAR’s Annual Volunteer & Instructor Conference planned for earlier this year. Due to COVID-19, the conference […]
I-CAR Opens Nominations for Russ Verona and Jeff Silver Awards
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced nominations are open for its two industry awards which recognize outstanding contributions to advancing technical education and professionalism in the collision repair industry; the Russ Verona Memorial Award and the Jeff Silver award. Nominations for both awards will be accepted through July 31, and the winners […]