When it comes to collision repairs, debates about the value of gaining OEM certification are common among technicians, managers and everybody in between in body shops. Many body shops wonder if the return on investment is worth it, if it can attract more customers, and if it can help them…
It’s common for customers to have a few maintenance questions when the body shop hands over the keys to their vehicle after a paint job. Whether their car has undergone a SMART repair or a paint rework, they’ll want to know the best ways to protect their paintwork and avoid…
Electric vehicles (EVs) are quickly filtering into the consumer market and beginning to dominate the roads as car manufacturers race to meet targets for zero-emission vehicles by 2035. But as more customers switch to fully electric and hybrid vehicles from ICE (internal combustion engine) vehicles, body shops should already…
Dust in automotive body shops is a common problem and something that must be addressed in the correct way for both legal and health and safety reasons. The HSE’s EH44: Dust in the Workplace guidance outlines that dust exposure must be prevented. When prevention isn’t feasible, body shops must take appropriate measures…
Health and safety precautions are a must in body shops and car garages of all kinds, regardless of the machinery you own and the size of your business. As a manager, it’s not just a legal requirement but also a moral obligation to guarantee the safety of your team at…
Protecting surfaces and equipment from things like chemicals and paints within your body shop can often feel like it takes up a big chunk of your time that you’d rather spend working on your customer’s vehicles. And while body shops aren’t usually known for being clean and tidy because of…
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