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Mitchell Partners with Mazda North American Operations to Launch U.S. Collision Repair Network

May 5, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

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Information provider will serve as program administrator and audit collision repair facility standards compliance. Mitchell and Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) announced the launch of the Mazda Collision Network. The Network is designed to provide Mazda vehicle owners with confidence in the repair of their automobiles. It also offers participating U.S. Mazda dealerships, Multi-Shop Operators […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Mazda, Mitchell International, OEM Certification

GM Names VeriFacts Administrator of Collision Repair Network

April 27, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

Move will allow certified collision repair facilities to choose their own estimating platform. General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales announced administrative changes to its Collision Repair Network (CRN), including Information Provider (IP) independence which enables dealers and independent collision repair facilities to choose their preferred estimating platform. GM launched the network in 2018 with Mitchell […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, General Motors, Mitchell International, OEM Certification, VeriFacts Automotive

Audi Selects DEKRA to Support Collision Repair Network in North America

April 6, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

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Audi of America announced it has selected DEKRA North America as the partner for the Audi Authorized Collision Repair (AACR) program. DEKRA will provide multi-level service for the AACR program beginning today. The AACR program includes more than 200 repair facilities nationwide, each selected for its commitment to quality and safety. Technicians at approved facilities […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Audi, DEKRA, OEM Certification

Toyota Announces Certified Collision Centers of the Year

March 15, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

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Dealer facilities in Arizona, Florida and Kentucky among those honored. For the 19th consecutive year, Toyota Motor North America, Inc. (TMNA), has awarded three collision centers as Toyota Certified Collision Centers (TCCC) of the Year. This national award is based on a 12-month evaluation of collision center sales growth, employee certifications, exceeding facility and equipment […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Awards, OEM Certification, Toyota Motor Sales

Nissan North America Launches Consumer Referral Campaign to Support Certified Collision Repair Centers

March 9, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

Assured Performance today announced Nissan North America’s new consumer campaign targeted 3.9 million Nissan customers and 500,000 INFINITI customers. Nissan’s consumer awareness campaign helps to further educate and refer their vehicle owners to their nearest Nissan Certified Repair Provider and provide them with important links and instructions. Assured Performance, who administers Nissan’s Certification program, reported […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Assured Performance, Nissan, OEM Certification

GM and Mitchell Launch Collision Repair Network in Canada

December 10, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

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Mitchell and General Motors today introduced the GM Canada Collision Repair Network. Mitchell will serve as program administrator, overseeing enrollment and verifying that repair organizations meet standards for facilities, training, tools and equipment. The Canadian Collision Repair Network closely mirrors GM’s U.S. program launched in 2018 and also managed by Mitchell. Core member requirements—including a […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Canada, General Motors, Mitchell International, OEM Certification

Assured Performance Partners with FCA on Alfa Romeo Certified Collision Repair Network

October 13, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

Assured Performance announced a partnership with FCA to enable collision repair providers to begin the process of becoming Alfa Romeo Certified. While this certification remains separate from that of FCA, it is made possible due to an exclusive strategic agreement for Assured Performance Network to manage the Alfa Romeo Certified Collision Repair Facility program. This […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Alfa Romeo, Assured Performance Collision Care, FCA, OEM Certification

Balise Collision Repair Receives Toyota Triple Crown Award for Third Consecutive Year

August 27, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

Balise Collision Center Receives Toyota Shop of the Year Award

Balise Collision Repair in Rhode Island was named the 2019 Toyota Certified Collision “Shop of the Year” Triple Crown winner for the third consecutive year. The award presented by Toyota Motor Sales recognizes the top Toyota Certified Collision Center in the country in areas of customer satisfaction, training specifications, and Key Performance Indicators within the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Awards, Balise Collision Repair, OEM Certification, Toyota Motor Sales

CIECA August 11 Webinar Examines OEM Certification Programs

July 28, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced today that Connor Smith, senior manager of OEM for CARSTAR, will present during the next CIECAST webinar. Smith will discuss “The Importance of OEM Certifications,” on Tuesday, August 11, at 12 p.m. EDT. All industry segments, including CIECA members and non-members, are invited to attend. Registration for […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association, OEM Certification, Webinar

I-CAR Announces Expanded Partnership with Audi for Collision Repair Network Training

June 30, 2020 By CollisionWeek Editor

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 […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Audi, I-CAR, OEM Certification

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