DEG Inquiry 40223 addresses feedback from MOTOR about operations that are NOT INCLUDED when filling and bleeding cooling systems"1. According to the "Guide To Estimating: RADIATOR", "Drain, Check and Refill Fluids" and "Purge Air From System" [...]
This Thanksgiving, we’re taking a moment to reflect on something we’re truly grateful for: the people who make the collision repair industry stronger, wiser, and more connected every single day.In this special release, [...]
DEG Inquiry 40215 provides Solera feedback regarding labor and materials for seam sealer found on bumper reinforcements.DatabaseReferenceManual-4-25.pdf Page 44 Section 4-2 Labor Exclusions:Application of Seam Sealer: Application of seam sealer on new parts that require seam sealer. [...]
The role of front-end sales in a collision repair facility has changed dramatically. In this conversation, Kris and Michael discuss how the traditional approach of writing a quick estimate no longer fits the [...]
CCC MOTOR has released the 2025 GTE Updates available here. All updated folders and topics in the Table of Contents display a star and all updates in a topic are marked in blue.
Cell phones have become an indispensable part of modern life—but they’ve also created new challenges in the workplace. In this conversation, Kris and Michael explore the delicate balance between using personal devices as [...]
Mechanicsville, Virginia, October 29, 2025 – Toyota Motor North America returns for its eighth consecutive year as a proud sponsor of the Repairer Driven Education (RDE) series, hosted by the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) [...]
In today’s repair environment, documentation isn’t just important—it’s essential. In this conversation, Josh and Michael discuss the growing need for precise and intentional documentation during vehicle calibrations. From capturing tire pressures and alignment [...]
Mechanicsville, Virginia, October 22, 2025 – Car-O-Liner, part of the Total Shop Solutions family of Snap-on® brands, returns once again in 2025 as a proud sponsor of the Repairer Driven Education (RDE) series and the OEM [...]
Mechanicsville, VA, October 20, 2025 – AirPro Diagnostics, a recognized leader in remote and on-site automotive diagnostics and ADAS calibrations, once again reinforces its commitment to industry education as a returning sponsor of the Society of Collision [...]
