AirPro’s Auggie mobile ADAS forward-facing camera calibrations device will be in use at Fix Network’s collision, glass and mechanical brands.

Automakers began voluntarily adding the feature to most of their light vehicles sold in the U.S. after signing a pledge to do so in 2016.

In its now-quarterly Crash Course Report, CCC experts touched on the sharp increase in costs for both insurance and repairs, which are connected.

Any shop already performing pre- and post-scans probably has most of the equipment needed for its technicians to do those calibrations.

The company halted testing in all U.S. cities last year after an accident involving a pedestrian in San Francisco.

The automaker said it agreed to settle to "end years of litigation," while requesting to keep the settlement terms private.

The now-quarterly report found a 60% increase in time for vehicle to enter repair shops after an estimate since before the pandemic.

A Mustang Mach-E rear-ended another SUV that was stopped on a highway, killing the other SUV's driver.

ADAS Calibration Center in Edmond is a franchise of Car ADAS Solutions.

The achievement will allow technicians and shops to apply training credits to I-CAR Platinum and Gold Class recognition.

The MSO’s nearly 300 facilities can now leverage Mitchell’s technology to support its delivery of proper, safe and efficient repairs.

Nate Thomsen will help open new calibration centers and support licensees to ensure their success.

GM's network now covers nearly six times more miles of roads than its nearest competitors.

ISTA software will help BMW Collision Repair Network shops access detailed vehicle information, diagnostic procedures and precise repair instructions.

The technology helps reduce collisions, but drivers should not rely on it solely when backing up.

Learn the necessary skills and knowledge to fully leverage your shop's investment in ADAS technology.

CIECA's first webinar of the year focused on the trends repairers should keep an eye on in 2024.

ADAS Calibrations of Florida opened its first location in late 2023 and plans to open four more by the end of the first quarter of 2024.

The four-day show featured new ideas in AI, augmented and virtual reality, robotics, smart cities and vehicle technology.

Collision repairers must take several factors into consideration when deciding which method works for their business.

ADAS Find provides a simple and affordable platform for identifying necessary ADAS calibrations and initializations.

The discussion at the latest CIC also covered the disappointing results of a recent technician survey, and ADAS-related paint issues.

Autel Ultra series tablet users will have access to the most up-to-date content within days of being published by the OEM.

The system uses gimbal-mounted lasers in place of traditional, less accurate methods to reduce setup time by as much as 70%.

Front crash prevention reduces rear-end crashes involving another passenger vehicle by 53%, but those involving a large truck or motorcycle by only 38% and 41%.

General Motors, Jaguar Land Rover, Maserati, Porsche and Kia all increased the proportion of their vehicles equipped with the technology to meet the target.

ADAS Smart operates out of a 6,000-square-foot facility in Merriam, a suburb of Kansas City.

Even minor damage to systems such as front radar or distance sensors can result in additional repair expenses of up to $1,540.

Total Shop Solutions brands offer a unique breadth of solutions, including wheel balancers, wheel aligners, diagnostics, brake lathes, automotive lifts and collision repair.

In 1920, an engineer from Milwaukee named Joseph Johnson and his co-worker, William Seidemann, designed a ratcheting attachment to help make work easier for professional mechanics. That development led to the creation of the Snap-on Wrench Company. Over the years, the business’s name was shortened to Snap-on and the product line grew. Today, the brand includes a variety of tools, equipment, diagnostics, repair information and systems solutions.

During the 2023 SEMA Show in November in Las Vegas, Snap-on showcased its new, advanced version of the

Repairify, Autel Set to Launch New Solutions for Collision Repairers

The two companies will enhance the value of their combined services for their users through planned releases in early 2024.

Written by Autobody News Staff
Published Nov. 30, 2023

Repairify, Inc., a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries, LLC, and Autel U.S., a subsidiary of Autel Intelligent Technology Corp., Ltd., on Nov. 30 focused on key partnership advances made this year and announced bold initiatives for 2024. 

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