Robotic Results: BMW robot-applied paint repairable by humans
Munich, Germany — BMW recently announced that it was testing new robotically-applied paint technology on some M4 Coupes, but wants to reassure all the flesh-based refinishers out there that the work can still be repaired by puny humans. This new technology from BMW allows the application of several colours and designs to its cars’ bodywork […]
Saving Your Glass: Ford drops tips on repairing ADAS-connected windshields
Toronto, Ontario — Ford has provided a little bit of clarity to all the glass repair technicians out there, as the OEM dropped some helpful tips on how to keep a Ford Lane Keeping System, and defrost heater, in good working order. Featured throughout the past year in the automaker’s “On Target” newsletter, Ford has […]
MOTORing Ahead: AUTEL partners with MOTOR for access to repair database
Toronto, Ontario — Automotive diagnostics developers AUTEL have announced a partnership with MOTOR to incorporate its repair database into AUTEL’s products. MOTOR’s repair database is now available on the AUTEL MaxiSYS Ultra, MS919 and MS909 advanced diagnostics tablets. This partnership will give technicians access to comprehensive repair data, including color-coded wiring diagrams, detailed diagnostic trouble […]
Sube Cert: Subaru partners with Certified Collision Care for new Subaru Certified Collision Centre Program
Mississauga, Ontario — After several months of updates surrounding alternative parts and the future of the automaker’s parts certification program, Subaru has announced that it has partnered with Certified Collision Care to manage the new Subaru Certified Collision Centre Program. Shops that are already Certified Collision Care Providers will also have the opportunity to add […]
BMW’s Blessings: OEM updates carbon fibre part ordering process
Toronto, Ontario — BMW’s July 26 bulletin outlined a new ordering and approval process for certain carbon fibre parts “to ensure the repair facility purchasing the restricted part is properly equipped and trained to perform the repair.” The request process for carbon fibre parts now requires supplying the parts dealer with photos of the VIN […]
Hon-Da Way to Greatness: Latest Guild 21 webinar talks “All Things Honda”
Toronto, Ontario — “All Things Honda” was the topic of discussion at this month’s Guild 21 webinar as George, Micki and Gabriel were joined by three of the OEM’s top collision repair experts to talk about some changes in the Honda world. This latest Guild 21 presentation featured Scott Kaboos, Dane Rounkles and John Chambers: […]
Honda Town Hall: Guild 21 to host August webinar on ‘All Things Honda’
Toronto, Ontario — A trio of OEM experts will be talking all things Honda at the next webinar presented by Guild 21, scheduled for August 12. Scott Kaboos, John Chambers and Dane Rounkles of Honda America will be leading a conversation surrounding the automaker’s new training program from VeriFacts Automotive, as well as a number […]
CRIB Notes: Toyota announces revision to CRIB regarding pre-, post-repair scans
Toronto, Ontario — Toyota has set the record straight when it comes to pre- and post-repair scanning on its vehicles, announcing a revision to the company’s Collision Repair Information Bulletin (CRIB) this month. The revision to the bulletin attempts to remove any ambiguity from the language 2016’s latest update that required repairers to perform a […]
Expediting Inspections: GM announces cut-back on post-crash inspection requirements
Toronto, Ontario — General Motors announced Tuesday it will be cutting back on post-crash inspection requirements, but that the changes will in no way compromise driver safety. The automaker announced the changes in a webinar with GM collision manager John Eck, who said that most post-crash inspections are actually unnecessary, except in “any collision that […]
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 […]
