I-CAR explores viability of laser collision repair
I-CAR USA is looking into a new possibility of laser welding in collision repair that, if successful, may find it’s way to Australian shores.
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Calls for regulation on lithium-ion batteries
As the world edges towards a greener future, the risk of EV fires and thermal runaways from lithium-ion batteries will increase and experts want safety standards regulated.
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Toyota’s challenge to use AI to help solve EV weight problems
Toyota will turn to AI in the hope of solving some of the key problems posed by the uptake of EVs including battery weight and power demands.
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How dangerous are vanity mirrors in cars?
According to the International Drivers Association, there may be a link between vanity mirrors installed in modern cars and the 30 per cent rise in global car accidents linked to driver distraction.
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Inter-generational success in serving their community
Serving their community in Gladstone is intrinsic to what the Robertsons do, so choosing the right partner was critical to grow their repair business and continue in this spirit.
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What is clean air technology worth to your workshop?
When it comes to protecting painters and boosting paint shop performance by minimising rework, there is one key element that is often overlooked.
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General Motors names BASF a 2023 Supplier of the Year
BASF has been recognised by General Motors (GM) as a 2023 Supplier of the Year. This year’s win marks the 17th time that BASF has been honoured with the Supplier of the Year award in the 32-year history of GM’s recognition program.
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A helping hand in the ongoing skills and training challenge
Skills shortages and the need to pursue training as a key to meeting the future are well-known challenges for the repair industry. Perhaps less well known is the help available to help workshops get there.
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Dealing with the steady rise of the ‘plastic fantastic’
The use of plastic in the exterior construction of automobiles has been on a steady rise, driven by the industry’s push towards lighter, more fuel-efficient vehicles and to reduce manufacturing cost. Where does that leave the repair shop?
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Hybrids extend lead over BEVs in rapidly evolving car market
The quarterly update of the AAA’s EV Index has been released, outlining how hybrid and EV sales are growing and traditional ICE vehicles have dropped by eight per cent.
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