National News
Collision Career Institute Celebrates One of Its 1st Technician Graduates
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
On Dec. 13, 2018, the Collision Career Institute (CCI) celebrated the graduation of Dillon Kendig from the CCI Body Technician apprenticeship program. Kendig trained at TGIF Body Shop in Fremont, CA.
Mike Anderson Presents ‘Using the Subaru Technical Information System – Part 2’
Written by Chasidy Rae Sisk
On Thursday, Dec. 13, Mike Anderson of Collision Advice presented another webinar in his “Learn to Research, Research to Learn” series, during which he explored “Using the Subaru Technical Information System (STIS) – Part 2.” The presentation focused on how to use the Subaru website to ensure safe and proper repairs.
Policy Statement Calls for All Collision Repairs to Follow OEM Repair Procedures
Auto industry trade groups representing virtually all automakers selling cars and light duty trucks in the United States released a policy position statement Jan. 16 underscoring the importance of all post-collision vehicle repairs being conducted in accordance with the repair procedures issued by the vehicle’s original equipment manufacturer (OEM).
CIECA Forms New Calibration Committee
CIECA recently announced the formation of a new Standards Development Committee (SDC) focused on calibration. All industry stakeholders, including OEMs and non-CIECA members, are invited to attend.
On the Lighter Side: Hyundai Unveils New Concept Car That Has Legs
Written by Trevor English, Interesting Engineering
Just when you thought technological development couldn’t get any weirder, the simple car wheel is apparently getting outdated. According to Hyundai’s new concept car that is.
Deaths From Exploding Airbags, Shrapnel Force 2.7 Million More Car Recalls
Written by Leighanna Shirey, Citizen Truth
In early January, Toyota and Ford announced the recall of 2.7 million vehicles due to exploding airbags in the ongoing Takata airbag disaster.
Chuck Olsen To Host CIECAst Webinar: Interpreting and Documenting Scan Data, Trouble Codes, Calibration
Chuck Olsen, executive director of operations for AirPro Diagnostics, will host the next CIECAst webinar on Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 11 a.m. CST: “Interpreting and Documenting Scan Data, Trouble Codes, Calibration.”
Challenges of Processing Hail or Other Catastrophe Claims Among Discussion at CIC
Written by John Yoswick
With another hail season approaching, a panel discussion at last November’s Collision Industry Conference (CIC) offered insights from shops, insurers and paintless dent repair companies on reducing friction related to catastrophe claims after a major storm.
Looks Like More Than the U.S. Government Is Shut Down
Written by Emmariah Holcomb, glassBYTEs.com
When children argue, it usually doesn’t last long before they make up, but when adults argue, there’s no set time limit.
WIN Begins Sponsorship Campaign for 2019
The Women’s Industry Network (WIN®) recently announced that the 2019 Sponsorship Campaign began on Dec. 23, 2018.