Your 2018 Favorites: Top Articles

As 2019 rolls in, we can reflect back on what the previous year had to offer. Let’s take a look at some of the collision industry information you’ve been most interested in from this past year. These are the most popular articles from 2018.

The most popular article originally came out in April of 2018 under the title, “What Does Ford/Lincoln Say on Pre- and Post-Repair System Scanning?” This article was then updated in December after Ford released a new position statement on pre- and post-repair scanning. I-CAR’s Repairability Technical Support remains committed to keeping you informed on industry changes as they happen.

You will also notice that advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and calibration remain a popular topic. As the use of ADAS continues to grow, understanding its functionality and repair procedures remains imperative to the collision repair industry.

The top ten articles of 2018 are:

  1. Ford/Lincoln Release Pre- and Post-Repair Scanning Statements
  2. Bumper Cover Repair with ADAS: Volvo
  3. Calibration After Windshield Replacement
  4. Hyundai Releases Position Statements
  5. When ADAS Can't See: Front/Rear Cross Traffic Systems
  6. Updated Ford and Lincoln Position Statements Available
  7. Quickly Identifying Outer Quarter Panels w/Rolled Hem Flanges
  8. Sectioning and Partial Part Replacement: 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan
  9. All New Jeep Wrangler Body Repair Manual Available
  10. The Effects of Wheel Alignment on ADAS

The RTS team will continue to regularly publish new articles, with the latest and greatest collision repair information. Follow us on Twitter.

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

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

  • 2025 SkillsUSA National Competition Results Monday, 30 June 2025

    The 2025 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference took place on June 26, 2025. Every year I-CAR sends volunteers (virtually in 2021) to judge the collision repair technology competition....

  • Ford/Lincoln Rocker Panel Reinforcement Sectioning Friday, 27 June 2025

    We are often asked, “Can I section this panel?” Let’s take a look at Ford/Lincoln vehicles and sectioning the rocker panel reinforcement.

  • Back-To-Basics: Backside Panel Refinish And Edging Thursday, 26 June 2025

    Sometimes, going back to the basics can make the difference between a quality repair and a failed repair. When repairing and refinishing, you might need to refinish the panel's backside and edges.

  • Hyundai Position Statement: Pre- And Post-Repair System Scanning - UPDATE Monday, 23 June 2025

    Hyundai released an updated position statement relating to pre- and post-repair system scanning.

  • App-Based Connected Services Considerations Tuesday, 17 June 2025

    Have you had an experience where the vehicle notified the owner that it was being moved while it was in your repair facility? App-based connected services are available from many vehicle makers and...

  • Digital Key Considerations Tuesday, 17 June 2025

    The intermingling of technology and automobiles continues, with digital key offerings from most vehicle makers. Digital keys utilize smartphone technology to expand vehicle access and owner...

  • 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.

  • Corrosion Protection Guidelines: Ford/Lincoln - UPDATE Tuesday, 10 June 2025

    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,...

  • 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.