Aluminum Exclusivity: BMW bulletin restricts more than 100 structural aluminum parts to certified facilities
Toronto, Ontario — BMW’s North American division announced in a bulletin Thursday that it has restricted more than 100 aluminum structural parts for its vehicles “due to complexity of repair and the requirement of highly specialized tools, training, and repair procedures.” Going forward, parts on that list can only be ordered by facilities with technicians […]
Take Note: FCA releases Steering System Position Statement on steering column repair
Toronto, Ontario — When safe, signal and pull over into the right shoulder—I-CAR has the latest on a new update from FCA (Fiat Chrysler Automobiles) concerning steering system inspections and proper replacement procedure after a collision. The FCA Steering System Position Statement states: “If the vehicle is involved in a collision where the airbag has […]
Getting Grounded: ALLDATA releases list of safety tips for Honda, Hyundai hybrid-electrics
Toronto, Ontario — Techs that work on hybrid vehicles everyday know the challenges that come with combining traditional combustion engines with battery-electric technology; that’s why the experts at ALLDATA have put together a list of safety tips to keep in mind when working on Honda and Hyundai hybrids. The first and most crucial rule before […]
The Power of Positivity: Assured Performance Network’s Elizabeth Stein shares shop survival strategies
Toronto, Ontario — Elizabeth Stein, vice president of Assured Performance Network says OEM certifications and accountability will be the key to shop survival alongside continually-advancing vehicle tech. During Dave Luehr’s Positivity Summit on Jan. 15, Stein spoke to audiences about the importance of shops obtaining OEM certifications to survive as the industry continues to navigate […]
