RMI Bodyshops (NAB/VBRA) along with the Auto Body Professionals Club (ABP) have compiled an industry guidance note that seeks to clarify recent changes to the BS 10125 standard. According to the groups, it has been almost two years since BS 10125 replaced PAS125, however there are still certain areas which generate questions from body shops […]
AASP-MN to Host Peer-to-Peer Learning and Networking Events
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Minnesota (AASP-MN) has two peer-to-peer learning and networking events scheduled this fall for mechanical and collision repair facility operators. The first, a Mech XChange targeted for mechanical-division members, will take place on September 27, from 4 – 6 p.m., at IDENTIFIX in Roseville, Minn. In this session, attendees […]
I-CAR Creates Online Tool to Calculate Training ROI
Training organization demonstrates impact of training on collision repair facility key performance Indicators. The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) unveiled a new way to project the value of training through its Value of Training calculator. Shop owners and managers can now calculate their own training return on investment based on industry KPI standards, number […]
ASA Members Eligible for 20 Percent Training Discount from Federal-Mogul
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced that it has joined forces with new corporate member partner Federal-Mogul Motorparts, a division of Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ:FDML), to give ASA members a 20 percent discount on Federal-Mogul Motorparts’ Garage Gurus automotive technical training program. Federal-Mogul has 12 state-of-the-art Garage Gurus centers in large metropolitan areas such as […]
Heavy Duty Repair Training to Debut at NACE | CARS 2016
NACE | CARS is featuring Heavy Duty programming this year for the first time ever. The training on heavy duty collision and mechanical repair will take place Wednesday, August 10, and Thursday, August 11. This inaugural program includes: Dean Hancock, Collision Advice – Heavy Duty Damage Analysis John Spoto, 3M – Working Smarter, Not Harder […]
I-CAR Launches Vehicle and Technology Specific Product Line, Announces Promotion on Honda/Acura Courses
The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR), announced the launch of its Vehicle and Technology Specific Training product line that includes 26 of I-CAR’s highest demanded courses, classified into either vehicle or technology specific training categories. According to I-CAR it will further build out of the portfolio, with new Vehicle and Technology Specific Training […]
S/P2 Adds First of 12 Sustainability Courses for Collision Repair and Mechanical Customers
S/P2 announced that it will be launching a 12-course package in October 2016 focusing on sustainable business practices for automotive repair facilities. The courses provide information about how going green is a smart financial decision, as well as good for the environment. In anticipation of the October launch, S/P2 has added one of the 12 […]
AASP/NJ’s Summer Certification Training Helped Collision Repair Shops Meet Licensing Requirements
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) recently held regional training seminars in Totowa and Toms River, N.J. featuring Larry Montanez of P&L Consultants. Both seminars covered everything from new collision repair technologies to labor rates. All who attended the seminars received training certificates good towards renewal of the 2016 New Jersey […]
PPG Painter Certification Program Aims to Keep Technicians Up to Date
According to PPG (NYSE:PPG), advancements in automotive refinish technologies, combined with the growing number and complexity of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) special-effects vehicle finishes, make it critical that collision refinish technicians stay current with available training. To help refinish technicians stay up to date on the latest technology, PPG offers a comprehensive technician certification training […]
CARSTAR Names Ryan Anderson North American Training and Development Manager
CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts announced that it has named Ryan Anderson as its North American Training and Development Manager. In his new role, Anderson will oversee training programs for CARSTAR collision repair facility owners and employees across its North American network of more than 475 stores. Anderson brings with him more than 15 years of experience […]