BMW Group Canada to restrict certain structural parts as of Nov. 1
Ottawa, Ontario — BMW Canada will restrict certain aluminum, carbon fibre and steel parts as of Nov. 1, according to a memo received by Collision Repair magazine. The new restrictions align with BMW USA’s structural parts restrictions that were expanded to include steel on Oct. 1. “Due to the complexity of repair and the requirement […]
The Right Direction: 2023 Ford F-150 adaptive energy absorption steering column must be replaced if deployed during collision, according to Ford OnTarget newsletter
Detroit, Michigan — In its most recent OnTarget newsletter, Ford outlines some new safety technology present on the 2023 Ford F-150, particularly regarding the sensitive repair requirements of the supplemental restraint system (SRS) on the model, as found in the adaptive energy absorption steering column. The 2023 Ford F-150’s adaptive absorption steering column includes a […]
Establishing an Outcome: Laura Whittle talks EV support systems at the EV Repair Tour Calgary
Calgary, Alberta – For Laura Whittle, business support specialist for the Collision Repair Network with the OEC and with 15 years of environment, health and safety experience in the energy industry, the continued electrification of the automotive industry is an exciting time. With 60 percent of new car sales by 2030 and 100 percent by […]
Adopting a Different (Power)train of Thought: Ben Hart talks readjusting focus when it comes to EVS
Calgary, Alberta – For Ben Hart, auto body technician instructor at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), the fear mongering surrounding the adoption of electric vehicles can be easily mitigated through one simple strategy—research. During his presentation at Collision Repair magazine’s EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network, Hart discussed how the automotive industry […]
Industry Insider: What the collision industry doesn’t know about ADAS; with John Marlowe, Joe Saputo and Joe DaCunha
Toronto, Ontario — When it comes to advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), the collision industry has plenty to learn. Whether it be in following OEM standards or acquiring procedures, to begin with; choosing between in-house or an offsite partner; calculating the potential profits and more, even a brief conversation on ADAS can send the average […]
Weld to the Wise: Toyota issues repair bulletin on approved welding techniques, cold straightening
Toronto, Ontario — Toyota announced that they are icing the use of heat to straighten body and frame components on OEM repairs, as well as reinforcing pre-existing welding techniques, in a Collision Repair Information Bulletin (CRIB) issued last Wednesday. The automaker says that due to the high-strength sheet steel used for structural body and frame […]
By the Books: CIECA forms OEM repair procedures committee, industry stakeholders welcome
Sanford, North Carolina — CIECA has announced the formation of a new Standards Development Committee focused on OEM repair procedures and build sheet data. All industry stakeholders, including CIECA and non-CIECA members, are invited to join. “CIECA’s Emerging Technologies Committee was reviewing pain points in the collision industry and determined that OEM repair procedures and […]
‘A Win for All Parties’: Ford Canada to direct paint warranties to Ford Certified Collision Network facilities
Toronto, Ontario — Effective January 1, 2022, Ford Canada said all its warranty paint repairs are to be performed at a Ford-certified collision network facility, if one is located within 80 kilometres of the servicing dealership. According to Ford, the new policy “supports collision repair facilities that have made the investments in tools, equipment and […]
To Spite the Fascia: Ford places restrictions on bumper fascia repair
Toronto, Ontario — In an announcement put out by the American automaker last week, Ford has decided to place significant repair restrictions on all of the company’s ADAS-equipped bumper fascias going forward, a move likely to have ramifications felt across all sectors of the automotive industry. “During body repairs that involve front and rear bumper […]
Subaru Setting Pace: Automaker reports best March on record nationwide
Markham, Ontario — Subaru Canada has announced its best-ever March sales result with 5,386 vehicles sold nationwide. The Crosstrek and Outback led the way, and with strong performances throughout the entire Subaru lineup, said the OEM. Subaru’s March sales performance marks a 94.3 percent increase compared to the same month last year and represents Subaru […]
