My Car Does What?
- Posted on 08 July 2015
The National Safety Council and The University of Iowa have put together a consumer-based site that provides the basics of many vehicle safety systems and features available today. They are calling it MyCarDoesWhat.org.
Great Designs in Steel 2015 Presentations: A Closer Look - 2016 Nissan Maxima
- Posted on 06 July 2015
In case you missed it, David Coakley and Jonathan Zischke from Nissan North America presented Advanced High-Strength Steel Technologies in the 2016 Nissan Maxima at Great Designs in Steel 2015.
2015 Ford F-150: It’s Not All Aluminum
- Posted on 02 July 2015
While you’ve undoubtedly heard about the Ford F-150 and its aluminum-intensive unitized body, did you know that the frame construction material remains steel? Similar to its aluminum body, the frame has also been redesigned.
2015 Cadillac ATS Strut Tower Replacement
- Posted on 01 July 2015
A 2015 Cadillac ATS comes in that requires strut tower replacement. This is typically a straight forward repair, but on this vehicle the strut tower is cast aluminum. So now what?
Great Designs in Steel 2015 Presentations: A Closer Look - 2015 Acura TLX
- Posted on 29 June 2015
In case you missed it, Aron Madsen from Honda North America presented 2015 Acura TLX Body Structure Review at Great Designs in Steel 2015.
A/C On Hybrid Vehicles - What You Need To Know
- Posted on 25 June 2015
Besides the fact that R-1234yf and R-134a are out there, and we need to be aware of those differences, the A/C system on some hybrid vehicles remains an area of concern.
Great Designs in Steel 2015 Presentations: A Closer Look - I-CAR
- Posted on 22 June 2015
In case you missed it, I-CAR's very own Steve Marks presented Advanced High-Strength Steel Vehicle Collision Repairability at Great Designs in Steel 2015.
Great Designs in Steel 2015 Presentations: A Closer Look - 2015 Nissan Murano
- Posted on 17 June 2015
Repairer Driven News recently published an article, based on a presentation at Great Designs In Steel (GDIS), on the 2015 Nissan Murano.
Step-By-Step: Accessing Volvo Repair Information
- Posted on 15 June 2015
Per your requests, we are adding step-by-step instructions on how to access the vehicle maker repair information to complement our how-to-videos on the OEM Information pages. Easily reference this article by clicking the link under the video on the Volvo OEM Information page.
Honda Has Released The 2016 Honda Pilot Body Repair News Bulletin
- Posted on 08 June 2015
Honda has released the 2016 Honda Pilot Body Repair News bulletin:
Step-By-Step: Accessing Mercedes-Benz Repair Information
- Posted on 08 June 2015
Per your requests, we are adding step-by-step instructions on how to access the vehicle maker repair information to complement our how-to-videos on the OEM Information pages. Easily reference this article by clicking the link under the video on the Mercedes-Benz OEM Information page.
Step-By-Step: Accessing Kia Repair Information
- Posted on 01 June 2015
Per your requests, we are adding step-by-step instructions on how to access the vehicle maker repair information to complement our how-to-videos on the OEM Information pages. Easily reference this article by clicking the link under the video on the Kia OEM Information page.
New Feature Added to the Repairability Technical Support Portal!
- Posted on 29 May 2015
In an effort to be your one-stop-shop for all things collision repair we have added a new feature to the site. Now you can access other related industry sites right from our footer. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on Related Industry Links.
Step-By-Step: Accessing FCA/Stellantis Repair Information
- Posted on 27 May 2015
Per your requests, we are adding step-by-step instructions on how to access the vehicle maker repair information to complement our how-to-videos on the OEM Information pages. Easily reference this article by clicking the link under the videos on the following OEM pages:
Step-By-Step: Accessing Audi Repair Information
- Posted on 21 May 2015
Per your requests, we are adding step-by-step instructions on how to access the vehicle maker repair information to complement our how-to-videos on the OEM Information pages. Easily reference this article by clicking the link under the video on the Audi OEM Information page.
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Toyota/Lexus/Scion Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning
Thursday, 28 July 2016
As the industry continues to ask if pre- and post-repair system scanning is necessary, Toyota/Lexus/Scion provides their answer.
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Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning Position Statements
Wednesday, 9 January 2019
Are you wondering if a particular OEM or organization has a published position statement on pre-repair and post-repair scanning? We have compiled a list of most of the position statements on the...
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ADAS, Calibration, And Scanning Article Hotspot
Monday, 14 January 2019
Since advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), scanning, and calibration first started becoming relevant, members of the collision repair industry have required as much knowledge as possible on...
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Honda/Acura Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning - UPDATE
Wednesday, 22 May 2019
Honda /Acura has updated their position statement on pre- and post-repair scanning to give more clarification on what is expected for scanning.
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Restraints Wiring Repairs
Monday, 23 May 2016
Over the past few months, we've been sharing OEM position statements on restraints wiring repairs. Now we're bringing them all together in one place for easy reference.
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Typical Calibration Requirements For Blind Spot Sensors
Wednesday, 19 October 2016
Technicians should be aware of what’s required to keep advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) running safely after a collision. Whether that be aiming a camera, which can cause a system to not...
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Typical Calibration Requirements For Forward Radar Sensors
Wednesday, 12 October 2016
Technicians should be aware of what’s required to keep advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) running safely after a collision. Whether that be aiming a camera, which can cause a system to not...
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General Motors Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning
Friday, 21 October 2016
As the industry continues to ask, are pre- and post-repair scans necessary, General Motors provides their answer.
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FCA/Stellantis Position Statement: Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning
Thursday, 9 June 2016
FCA/Stellantis has released a position statement related to pre- and post-repair system scanning.
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Quickly Identifying Outer Quarter Panels w/Rolled Hem Flanges
Monday, 5 March 2018
The I-CAR best practice article, Recycled Outer Quarter Panels w/Rolled Hem Flanges has gotten a lot of interest from the collision repair industry. It’s important to know which vehicles are...
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OEM Emergency Response Guides: BMW/Mini
Thursday, 2 May 2024
Are you looking for OEM emergency response guides (ERGs)? The Repairability Technical Support (RTS) team has located these guides and either houses them on the RTS website, provides links to...
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I-CAR Ford Mach-E Collision Repair And Electromechanical Repair Courses
Wednesday, 1 May 2024
I-CAR has developed courses for the Ford Mustang Mach-E, a general collision repair overview and a course that covers electromechanical repair.
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I-CAR Repairers Realm: Controlling Static During Refinishing - Now Available
Tuesday, 30 April 2024
I-CAR had a discussion on controlling static during refinishing.
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Film Thickness Gauge For Plastic Parts - Is It Worth The Investment?
Friday, 26 April 2024
Film thickness gauges continue to be a valuable tool in the collision industry. Most shops have gauges that work with both ferrous and non-ferrous substrates. So, should shops invest in a film...
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Body Shop Business: EV Intake Process
Wednesday, 24 April 2024
Body Shop Business has released an article highlighting the importance of the electric vehicle (EV) intake process.
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Repairer Driven News: Matte Clearcoat Challenges
Monday, 22 April 2024
Repairer Driven News (RDN) has released an article highlighting the challenges of matte and semi-gloss clearcoat.
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I-CAR Just In Time: EV Repair Tips
Wednesday, 17 April 2024
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...
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I-CAR RTS App
Monday, 15 April 2024
Looking for another tool for your toolbox? An informational guide at your fingertips? Well, the I-CAR Repairability Technical Support (RTS) app is what you are looking for!
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Repairer Driven News: ADAS Radar Optimized Paint Color Resources
Friday, 12 April 2024
Changes in advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) radar technology are introducing new refinishing considerations. Paint film thickness not only may affect the performance of ADAS radars, color...
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Back-To-Basics: Window Tab Retractor
Thursday, 11 April 2024
Sometimes going back-to-basics can make the difference between a quality repair and a failed repair. Window regulators have evolved over the years, most now using a clip type retaining method. With...
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