News & Blog
News & Blog
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Top 7 Advanced Vehicle Safety Features That Shops Need to Know About for Collision Repair
ADAS and other technology-based vehicle systems will continue to evolve, and the only way for body shops to keep up is by using advanced OEM information software in their bays.
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How to Improve Your Auto Collision Diagnostic Processes at Your Body Shop
If you own an auto collision shop, you know how important it is to have a fast and accurate diagnostic process. If it takes you too long to complete collision repair diagnostics, you could slow down the entire repair and risk disappointing the customer and potentially losing their business.
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Eight Types of Sensors Used in Automobiles, from Cameras to Oxygen Sensors
Learn about some common vehicle sensors and how SUN® Collision Repair Information can help your body shop perform safer, more accurate repairs in less time.
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SUN Collision Adds New Features to Advanced Interactive Wiring Diagrams
The latest release of SUN® Collision Repair Information includes exclusive features that have been added to its wiring diagrams, enhancing diagram navigation and making connectors, grounds and splices not only searchable, but also interactive.
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Five Ways to Make Your Auto Collision Repair Shop More Efficient and Profitable
The old saying that “time is money” certainly applies to collision repair management, because any delay in a repair or service can hinder your ability to quickly turn over customer maximize your profit. Here are five ways that can help improve the efficiency of yours shop.
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Getting ADAS Repairs Right for Vehicles with Forward-Warning Alerts
A forward collision warning (FCW) system is one of many components that comprise Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). Getting ADAS repairs right is critical for your collision shop, the vehicle’s drivers, and anyone else on the road.
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SUN Collision Repair Information Set to Exhibit at the 2021 SEMA Show
Visit SUN® Collision Repair Information at SEMA 2021, Snap-on booth #32017, to learn about new content, increased coverage and enhanced features including quick access to ADAS repair information and advanced search engine technology.
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Calibration Research Tips For Collision Repair
Getting ADAS calibration and repair right is critical; there’s no room for error. The vehicles you work on and the people who drive them depend on your expertise to keep them safe.
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SUN Collision Updates Repair Information
SUN Collision has completed the first phase of planned content updates for its collision repair information software. Collision repair data for model year 2021 vehicles from the major domestic and Asian OEMs is now available in the software.
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How TSBs Can Help Your Body Shop
Your collision shop is familiar with Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs), but do you and your technicians use them as often as you should? Here’s a refresher on how TSBs can be an essential tool for completing accurate repairs.
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Why Collision Repair Software Could Be a Collision Technician’s Most Important Tool
While collision repair software can’t replace hands-on experience, it can give professional technicians the tools they need to keep up with increasingly more complicated collision procedures.
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FCA US (Fiat Chrysler Automotive) Announces RAM Wheel Torque Safety Recall
SUN Collision users should be aware that FCA US (Fiat Chrysler Automotive) as announced a safety recall that involves vehicles with flanged lug nuts that may have been over-torqued during service due to an incorrect torque specification.
SUN Introduces Automated Work Packages that Streamline Collision Repair Processes
The SUN Collision Repair team announces the release of a new automated work package that will enable body shops to gather all relevant information about a job – including repair procedures, illustrations and diagrams – with a click of a button.
SUN Collision to Offer Special Deal to Shops that Purchase Tru-Point ADAS Calibration Tool
As a special deal, auto repair shops that purchase a Tru-Point™ ADAS calibration system will receive a complementary two-month subscription to SUN Collision Repair Information.
How to Copy + Paste a VIN in SUN Collision Using the Keyboard Shortcut – Ctrl-V
For security reasons, we’ve disabled the “right click” within the application. Here’s a keyboard shortcut that will enable you to place copied content (VIN, term, part number, etc) quickly and securely into the application.
Visit SUN Collision at SEMA to Learn How OEM Repair Information Can Drive Efficiency
Visit us at SEMA to learn how SUN Collision software makes it easy to access factory-direct information, including advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) information, to increase efficiency and profit margins.
CARS Members to Receive Discount on SUN Collision Information
SUN® Collision has partnered with the Collision Automotive Repair Services, Inc. (CARS) Cooperative to offer its industry-leading collision repair information to members at a discounted price.
SUN Collision to Showcase Auto Repair Information at 2022 FenderBender Conference
Visit the SUN® Collision booth at the FenderBender Conference to learn how OEM collision repair information can improve efficiency and profitability for auto body shops.
Exploring the Different Types of Materials Used in an Auto Body Shop
With so many advanced materials used to make a car, from aesthetics to performance — knowing how to handle them during a collision repair is critical for your body shop’s success.
Five Auto Body Shop Industry Trends Making Waves Across the Industry
It can be a challenge to keep up with the latest composite body materials, computerized systems and safety features, much less stay on top of current repair procedures. Technicians can take comfort knowing SUN® Collision has their backs.
Get the Scoop on Vehicle Recalls and Technical Service Bulletins
Vehicle recalls and Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) address the performance and safety of a vehicle, but it’s important to know the difference between the two and how to deal with these issues.
OEM Repair Software May Be Your Collision Repair Shop’s Most Valuable Asset
When you invest in OEM auto repair software for collision repair, your body shop will have advanced information needed to work on advanced vehicles today and in the future.