BASF Canada and BMW have collaborated on a brand new training course on BMW frozen finishes that will be taught for the first time this summer. The new course, titled BMW Frozen Finishes (RFN 912), was designed to provide BMW Certified Collision Repair Centers (CCRCs) the knowledge, processes and tools to properly repair matte finishes […]
Interview: Jack Rozint, Mitchell International
Rozint discusses the information provider’s work administering the General Motors Collision Repair Network, how technology trends such as artificial intelligence, are influencing the industry and ADAS recalibration. In yet another sign that the role of information providers in the collision repair industry is changing, last year, General Motors announced that it had chosen Mitchell International […]
AMi Announces Two New FCA Collision Repair Certification Marketing Courses Available
The Automotive Management Institute (AMi) announces the release of two new FCA online marketing courses. The release includes, “How to Create a Compelling Message when Marketing your FCA Certification” and “Marketing your FCA Certification.” These courses are designed to assist FCA Certified Collision Repair Shops maximize their FCA certification investment by understanding the most effective […]
AirPro Diagnostics Approved for Subaru Collision Repair Network
AirPro Diagnostics is proud to announce that Subaru engineers have tested, certified and approved the AirPro scan tool for use by Subaru Certified Collision Network participants. Subaru is the latest manufacturer, following a similar announcement by General Motors last week, to test and validate that AirPro’s comprehensive scanning and service solution meets their requirements. “This […]
AirPro Meets GM Collision Repair Network Requirements
AirPro Diagnostics announced that General Motors engineers at its Global Technical Center in Warren, Mich., tested the AirPro scan tool utilizing GM GDS 2 software and certified that the system meets GM requirements for their network of collision repairers. AirPro Diagnostics provides remote OEM diagnostic scanning, programming, safety system and ADAS calibrations servicing all makes […]
Toyota Canada Selects Certified Collision Care to Manage Collision Repair Certification Programs
Toyota Canada has selected Certified Collision Care, the Canadian division of Assured Performance Network, as their strategic partner to administer and manage the Toyota Certified Collision Centre and Lexus Certified Collision Centre programs. The programs are open to dealership and independent collision repair facilities across Canada. Participation in the Toyota and Lexus Certified Collision Centre […]
Interview: John Eck, General Motors
Eck discusses details of General Motors Collision Repair Network and how it is designed to improve the quality and safety of collision repairs. In August, General Motors officially announced that enrollment was open for its long anticipated collision repair network. While the vehicle manufacturer has had vehicle specific certification programs in the past, including for […]
AASP/NJ Board Member Delivers OEM Certification Prep to Fellow Members
On January 24, the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) hosted “OEM Certifications: Not Just a Fad,” given by AASP/NJ Board member Dave Gruskos, president of Reliable Automotive Equipment at his facility in Belford, N.J. Gruskos gave an eye-opening look into the challenges and benefits associated with applying for OEM certification while […]
Subaru Opening Certification Program Enrollment to Independent Collision Repair Facilities
Independent collision repairers can enroll in the OEM certification program starting next year. Subaru of America, Inc. announced today that the Subaru Certified Collision Network (SCCN) will open enrollment to independent collision centers across the country starting January 1, 2019. After a successful pilot in March 2018, and retailer enrollment in June 2018, Subaru is […]
Ford Launches New Certified Collision Network
Manufacturer announced new in-house collision repair facility certification program. Ford Motor Company today announced that it will launch its new Ford Certified Collision Network (FCCN) in January. The Ford- managed network will replace its existing National Body Shop Network (NBSN) that has been administered by the Assured Performance Network. According to Ford, this new network […]