I-CAR announced the winners of its annual awards that recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to advancing technical education and professionalism in the collision repair industry. The winners were revealed on November 1 at a ceremony in the Paradise Ballroom at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort and Casino during the annual SEMA Show. The […]
Gene Scambray Receives I-CAR Chairman’s Award
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR), has named Gene Scambray as the recipient of its 2017 Chairman’s Award. The award recognizes an individual or organization whose contributions to I-CAR have been significant or extraordinary. The Chairman’s Award recipient is selected by the Executive Committee of the I-CAR International Board of Directors. Scambray has […]
I-CAR Launches 13 Electrical and Diagnostic Courses
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) today launched 13 new courses as additions to its Electrical & Diagnostic curriculum. These courses were developed in response to the collision repair industry’s need to understand both the why and the how of diagnostics. As the technology in vehicles has increased, identifying the required repair has […]
I-CAR Adds Plastic Repair and STRSW Hands-On Courses
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) announced two new courses to its Hands-On Skills Development lineup: Plastic Repair and Squeeze-Type Resistance Spot Welding. Plastic Repair and Squeeze-Type Resistance Spot Welding join the previously introduced Rivet Bonding and MIG Brazing courses. All Hands-On Skills Development courses are specifically designed to provide collision repair technicians […]
I-CAR Introduces Podcast Series
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) has introduced an industry discussion audio series through internet podcasts. The monthly series of podcasts, called Driving the Conversation, includes informative and engaging discussions from industry thought leaders on noteworthy topics. The podcast series is hosted by I-CAR, and features industry leaders providing their view on a […]
I-CAR Launches Estimator Interactions Course
To better equip collision repairers with the knowledge and skills they need to develop and present quality repair estimates, I-CAR has launched a new course designed to focus specifically on exploring the Estimator Professional Development Program (PDP) role. The course, The Art and Science of Estimator Interactions, will allow students to participate in activities that […]
Philadelphia I-CAR Committee Raises Over $46,000 for Collision Repair Education Foundation
Second annual event supports pre-employment collision education opportunities in greater Philadelphia market. On Thursday, June 8, the Greater Philadelphia-area I-CAR committee held its second annual fundraiser at the Scotland Run Golf Club, in Williamstown, N.J. to benefit the Collision Repair Education Foundation and local collision repair school programs. Over 160 people participated in the golf […]
49 CARSTAR Collision Repair Facilities Have Earned I-CAR Gold Class in 2017
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 […]