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 Twitter @Ask_ICAR to ensure you’re equipped with the most up-to-date collision repair technical information available in the industry.



What's A Name For An OEM Part

In case you missed it, there is now an article posted that identifies what each OEM generally uses for part terminology in their body repair manuals. All of the different names can be confusing, especially when repairing a variety of vehicle makes and models.

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General Motors Restraints Wiring

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 General Motors' (GM) position on this subject.

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Kia Restraints Wiring

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 Kia's position on this subject.

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What's A Fiat Upper Load Path Beam?

When it comes to repair information, vehicle makers use a wide variety of terminology for replacement parts. All of the different names can be confusing, especially when repairing a variety of vehicle makes and models.

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What's A Honda/Acura Front Damper?

When it comes to repair information, vehicle makers use a wide variety of terminology for replacement parts. All of the different names can be confusing, especially when repairing a variety of vehicle makes and models.

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Standards Update for SkillsUSA Collision Repair Technology Contest Released

As vehicle and repair technology evolve, so does the knowledge and skills required for collision repair professionals, and for students aspiring for a career in collision repair. Due to the increase in aluminum and high- and ultra-high-strength steels (HSS & UHSS), the standards for the Collision Repair Technology (CRT) competition for SkillsUSA have been updated to reflect the skills and repair methods necessary for complete, safe, quality repairs.

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What's A Porsche Rear End Well?

When it comes to repair information, vehicle makers use a wide variety of terminology for replacement parts. All of the different names can be confusing, especially when repairing a variety of vehicle makes and models.

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Hyundai Restraints Wiring

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 Hyundai's position on this subject.

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2016 Chicago Auto Show

The 2016 Chicago Auto Show media preview is wrapping up, do you want to know the trends we saw while in attendance? Okay, let's take a look at this years trends.

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  • I-CAR Repairers Realm: Steering Column Inspection After A Collision - Now Available Friday, 1 November 2024

    I-CAR had a discussion on consideration for steering column inspection after a collision.

  • OEM Emergency Response Guide: Polestar Thursday, 31 October 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...

  • Back-To-Basics: Stationary Glass Installation Considerations Wednesday, 30 October 2024

    Sometimes going back-to-basics can make the difference between a quality repair and a failed repair. When replacing stationary glass, there are extra considerations to perform a complete and quality...

  • One-Time-Use Parts And Fasteners: Genesis Friday, 25 October 2024

    What is a one-time-use part, and how do you determine if a fastener, clip, or part can be reused? These are questions that we are confronted with in the collision industry quite a lot. The other big...

  • OEM Linking Pin: Toyota/Lexus Sectioning Clarification Thursday, 24 October 2024

    As part of the I-CAR Repairability Technical Support (RTS) OEM linking pin activity, we are helping to connect the collision repair industry to the vehicle makers. A common question when it comes to...

  • Refinishing Park Assist Sensors: Jaguar Land Rover Tuesday, 22 October 2024

    Park assist sensors are part of the park assist system, just one of many advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) found on vehicles today. Damaged sensors are typically replaced and may require...

  • I-CAR At SEMA 2024 Friday, 18 October 2024

    Attending the SEMA Show in Las Vegas this year? Well, I-CAR will be providing many different opportunities to connect with you at this year’s show.

  • Non-SRS Wiring Repair: BMW/Mini Thursday, 17 October 2024

    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...

  • Paint Maker ADAS Radar Optimized Color Resources: BASF Wednesday, 16 October 2024

    Changes in advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) radar technology are introducing new refinishing considerations. We know that paint film thickness can affect the performance of ADAS radars, but...

  • Repairer Driven News: BMW Adds Structural Steel Parts To Restricted List Thursday, 10 October 2024

    Repairer Driven News (RDN) has released an article highlighting BMW adding structural steel parts to their restricted list.