Collision Repair News

Your job requires that you keep on top of the latest in vehicle, tool, and equipment technology – I-CAR is committed to helping you do so in one convenient place. We regularly publish new articles highlighting the latest and greatest collision repair information.

So check back often and follow us on X @Ask_ICAR to ensure you’re equipped with the most up-to-date collision repair technical information available in the industry.



Locating ADAS Information: BMW/Mini

As a collision repair technician, there is one part of a service manual that houses all of the information you would ever need…right? This is not the case with modern vehicles. You may be required to look in numerous manuals to find the information required to safely repair the vehicle.

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Locating ADAS Information: Volkswagen

As a collision repair technician, there is one part of a service manual that houses all of the information you would ever need…right? This is not the case with modern vehicles. You may be required to look in numerous manuals to find the information required to safely repair the vehicle.

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Toyota Collision Pros: Summer 2018

Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) is now common on many vehicles. Toyota/Lexus are making certain ADAS standard on their entire lineup. So, what does that mean for collision repairers? An article in the Summer 2018 issue of Toyota Collision Pros magazine covers some of this information.

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New ADAS Feature Available From Hyundai

The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is bringing a new feature in child safety, called safe exit assist, which is standard on all trim levels. This concept expands on the traditional child safety lock which prevents passengers in the rear of the vehicle from opening doors and windows. To complement this feature, safe exit assist can help avoid catastrophe by preventing a child from opening the door when the vehicle is parked, and traffic is approaching from the rear.

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Locating ADAS Information: Audi

As a collision repair technician, there is one part of a service manual that houses all of the information you would ever need…right? This is not the case with modern vehicles. You may be required to look in numerous manuals to find the information required to safely repair the vehicle.

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OEM Linking Pin: Honda/Acura Pedestrian Protection Brackets

Recently, a repair facility had a question on pedestrian protection bracket repairability. A pedestrian protection bracket tends to be used for mounting fenders to the upper rail. The bracket is designed to be collapsible in the event that a pedestrian gets hit by the vehicle and lands on the hood/fenders. The bracket will collapse, which will dampen the blown to the pedestrian. I-CAR Repairability Technical Support (RTS) reached out to Honda for clarification.

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Back-To-Basics: Identifying Sectioning Joint Type

Sometimes, going back to the basics can make the difference between a quality repair and a failed repair. When it comes to reading the body repair manual, there are some common mistakes that are easily avoidable and can have a huge effect on the durability of the repair.

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The Effects Of Wheel Alignment On ADAS

A great majority of collisions can cause some type of suspension damage, which means a wheel alignment will be necessary. The list of additional steps after a wheel alignment keeps growing with the addition of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). These systems need to know what direction the vehicle is travelling down the road in order to accurately make safety corrections and predictions. However, there are still questions on what is required when ADAS and wheel alignments are concerned.

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  • Corrosion Protection Guidelines: Ford/Lincoln - UPDATE Monday, 4 February 2036

    A key factor in collision repair is making long-lasting repairs. When a vehicle is repaired, many areas of corrosion protection are disturbed. This creates corrosion hot spots that, left untreated,...

  • Repairer Driven News: Rivian Updates Door Handle Procedure Sunday, 4 February 2035

    Repairer Driven News (RDN) released an article featuring an updated Rivian procedure.

  • Back-To-Basics: Tire Tread Pattern Wednesday, 11 June 2025

    Sometimes going back-to-basics can make the difference between a quality repair and a failed repair. Let’s see how to identify tire tread patterns and their repair considerations.

  • Rivian Restraints Wiring Thursday, 5 June 2025

    The question is often asked, "Can supplemental restraints system wiring be repaired?" The answer is: it depends on the vehicle maker. Let's take a look at Rivian's position on this subject.

  • Non-SRS Wiring Repairs: Rivian Thursday, 5 June 2025

    What is a non-SRS wiring repair? It is the repairing of an electrical component that is not part of the supplemental restraints system circuit (usually identified by yellow wire looms). As...

  • High-Voltage Handling And Storage Considerations: Mazda Wednesday, 4 June 2025

    High-voltage (HV) vehicles have some special considerations for handling and storing HV batteries and other components. The dangers of HV batteries are potential even after removal which is why...

  • I-CAR Repairers Realm: Lateral Tension Dent Removal - Now Available Wednesday, 28 May 2025

    I-CAR had a discussion on KECO tools for lateral tension dent removal.

  • I-CAR Just In Time: Proper Tire Mounting Tuesday, 27 May 2025

    Sometimes seeing is understanding, that’s why I-CAR's technical team created the Just in Time video series to guide you through a variety of collision repair topics from ADAS and EVs to repair tips...

  • Step-By-Step: Submitting ALLDATA Library Request Friday, 23 May 2025

    Per your requests, here are the step-by-step instructions for submitting a library request in ALLDATA.

  • Back-To-Basics: Weldable Seam Sealer Thursday, 22 May 2025

    Sometimes, going back to the basics can make the difference between a quality repair and a failed repair. When researching some OEM body repair manuals (BRMs), you may find callouts for the use of...