I-CAR Collision Reporter - The Readiness Issue

The second installment of the I-CAR Collision Reporter - The Readiness Issue has been released. The rate of change in today's vehicles is higher than ever. Are you ready to repair the vehicles rolling into your shop?

In this latest addition, you will find several informative articles and interviews on how to prepare your shop for the future. You will also get an exclusive look into the I-CAR Tech Center located in Appleton, WI. Along with a behind the scenes look at the RTS team. Click the link to view the full .

For more information on this issue and to access prior editions, check out the I-CAR Collision Reporter webpage.

  • 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

    Parking 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...

  • I-CAR Repairers Realm: Steering Column Inspection After a Collision - Coming Soon Friday, 11 October 2024

    I-CAR is having a discussion on steering column inspection after a collision.

  • 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.

  • Ford On Target 2024: Volume 3 Wednesday, 9 October 2024

    Ford has released the third installment of their On Target publication for 2024.

  • Bumper Cover Repair With ADAS: Rivian Friday, 4 October 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)...