One Month of Production on the Books for the 2015 Ford F-150
- Posted on 11 December 2014
On November 11, 2014, Ford announced that the 2015 Ford F-150 production has begun for delivery this month. It's been a month, have you seen one yet?
What's A Lexus Rear Floor Side Member?
- Posted on 24 November 2014
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.
OEM Linking Pin: Mazda Has Updated Their Collision Repair Information Website
- Posted on 21 November 2014
During routine research, we noticed that the Mazda website was missing body repair manuals on their website. After contacting Mazda, they quickly updated their collision repair information website so all the manuals are back online. The updated site includes easier navigation to access the body repair manuals.
Mercedes-Benz To Have New Model Naming In 2015
- Posted on 13 November 2014
Mercedes-Benz is revising the vehicle model naming in 2015. For those that are unfamiliar with the different vehicle names this might be a bit confusing. In a recent press release Mercedes-Benz details some of these changes, so lets take a look at the SUVs.
I-CAR Repairability Technical Support Portal Connects Industry Pros to OEMs
- Posted on 12 November 2014
by Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS)
Prosser, Washington, November 12, 2014 - The Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) continues to promote the launch of its Repairability Technical Support (RTS) Portal, an extensive collection of resources available to help provide repair industry members with valuable information, technical support and repair solutions. Located at rts.i-car.com, the Portal offers real-time OEM information and announcements, collision repair articles, technical questions and answers and much, much more.
Carbon Fiber Repair On The BMW i3
- Posted on 07 November 2014
On the BMW i3 with the carbon fiber passenger cell, the question is often asked, how do we repair damage to the carbon fiber? For that answer BMW presented an overview of the repairs at the 2014 SEMA show. The simple answer is that you cannot repair the passenger cell the way that you would repair a sheet molded compound (SMC) part.
I-CAR Works to Redevelop Curriculum with Help From Collision Repairers
- Posted on 06 November 2014
This article originally appereard in Fender Bender.
Nov. 6, 2014—I-CAR has begun an initiative in which it is using real-time information from current technicians in order to provide rigorous, efficient, role-based training that makes sense for today's specialized repair professional, according to an announcement from the Society of Collision Repair Specialists.
What's A Subaru Rear Skirt?
- Posted on 04 November 2014
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.
Advanced Joining Methods For Todays Vehicle
- Posted on 31 October 2014
This article originally appeared in the November 2014 edition of ABRN.
When friends and family think about the vehicles of yesteryear they often say to me "they don't build them like they used to." I tell them, you have no idea how right you are. Cars today are light years ahead of where they were just a few short years ago. It is no longer vehicles of the future we are discussing, but current vehicles on the road today, and some are being repaired like nothing has changed. With the major changes in vehicle construction, the collision repair industry will need to learn some advanced attachment methods and a new way of thinking. Lets take a look at some advanced attachment methods necessary for repair on vehicles that are on the road today.
What's An INFINITI Rear Side Member Extension?
- Posted on 29 October 2014
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.
Becoming Ford F-150 Recognized Aluminum Repairer
- Posted on 28 October 2014
FAQ: What tools and equipment do I need to repair the new Ford F-150?
ANSWER: There are a wide variety of options available and you need to asses what will work for your shop.
I-CAR CEO & President Appears on Autoline
- Posted on 24 October 2014
Recently, I-CAR CEO & President, John Van Alstyne, caught up with John McElroy on Autoline to discuss vehicle light weighting and the "Technical Tsunami" that is happening in automotive industry. The entire episode can be seen on I-CAR's YouTube channel.
Here are a few excerpts from that interview.
Kia Collision Repair Information: UPDATE
- Posted on 24 October 2014
In previous I-CAR Collision Repair News articles, we announced the availability of comprehensive collision repair information from Kia.
Nissan Releases Caring For Matte Paint Finish Bulletin
- Posted on 17 October 2014
We've added the 2015 Nismo GRT; Caring For And Repairing Matte Paint Finish service bulletin from Nissan North America that addresses caring for and repairing matte paint finish.
Aluminum Dust Disposal
- Posted on 15 October 2014
Recently, a collision repair professional called to Ask I-CAR, "How is aluminum dust disposed of after it has been collected in a sparkless motor vacuum?"
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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 Statements
Wednesday, 9 January 2019
Are you wondering if a particular OEM or organization has a published statement on pre-repair and post-repair scanning? We have compiled a list of most of the statements on the subject, so you can...
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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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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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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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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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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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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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I-CAR Repairers Realm: Part Replacement At Factory Seams Considerations - Coming Soon
Friday, 13 September 2024
I-CAR Repairers Realm is having the first discussion in a three-part series on considerations for part replacement at factory seams.
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Rolls-Royce Glass Replacement Requirements
Thursday, 12 September 2024
The role of the windshield is a lot more complex than simply allowing a view of the road ahead. It is considered a structural part of the vehicle as it contributes to the strength of the roof and...
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Bumper Cover Repair With ADAS: Porsche - UPDATE
Tuesday, 10 September 2024
A simple bumper repair on a modern vehicle may not be as simple as it seems. New technologies like blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, and other advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)...
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One-Time-Use Parts And Fasteners: Volvo
Friday, 6 September 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...
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Porsche Collision Position Statements Available
Thursday, 5 September 2024
Porsche position statements can now be accessed directly from the I-CAR Repairability Technical Support (RTS) Portal.
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I-CAR Repairers Realm: Air Conditioning Repair Considerations - Now Available
Friday, 30 August 2024
I-CAR had a discussion on air conditioning repair considerations.
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Body Construction And Material Repair Guidelines: Rolls-Royce
Wednesday, 28 August 2024
What is the MPa of the front lower rail? What is the outer uniside made of: steel, aluminum, or composite? Can heat be used to straighten or is it cold straightening only? What are the repair...
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Back-To-Basics: Tire Damage
Tuesday, 27 August 2024
Sometimes going back-to-basics can make the difference between a quality repair and a failed repair. When performing damage analysis, do not overlook tire damage.
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Honda Blind Spot Indicator (BSI) Dummy Sensor
Friday, 23 August 2024
We’ve had technical inquiries that asked about Honda vehicles being equipped with dummy blind spot sensors.
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Locating OEM-Approved HV Tools: Rivian
Wednesday, 21 August 2024
When researching procedures for disabling a high-voltage (HV) vehicle, you may notice that many of the procedures require the use of specific tools. Some of them are OEM-specific tools or scan...
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