The shift to subscription-based driver assistance marks a change in how ADAS features are sold — and potentially how they're ...

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John Melendez explains how specialization, certifications, and in-house services reshaped JDM Collision’s profitability.

Engine failures in these vehicles can occur without warning. Prior NHTSA investigation documents noted owners reported "no detectability prior to the engine failure." Sudden loss of propulsion ...

Anthony DeMieri turns his success in collision repair into a mission: connecting tradespeople with aspiring technicians ...

Shops say the tools are useful starting points, but gaps, conflicts, and delayed updates make OEM verification non-negotiable ...

Six new governors join the board: Aaron Charbonneau of General Motors, Chris Charton of Toyota, Brent Franks of North Texas ...

As advanced vehicle technologies continue to reshape repair procedures and liability considerations, a new certification ...

As vehicles collect and share more customer data, collision repair shops face rising privacy, security, and legal risks.

I-CAR President Kyle Thompson shares what you can expect in the areas of training, talent, and technology as vehicle ...

New duties on advanced chips and European goods hit ADAS repairs and traditional parts sourcing simultaneously.