News & Blog
News & Blog
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SUN Collision to Showcase Shop Management Integration at the NORTHEAST Show
Planning to attend the NORTHEAST Show, March 15-17? Stop by Booth #623 and see how SUN® Collision can help transform your operations with a one-stop solution for autobody repairs, blueprinting and shop management. LEARN MORE ➤
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Essential Do’s & Don’ts for ADAS Sensors in Collision Repair
ADAS sensors are highly sensitive and often require recalibration after repairs. If not handled correctly, it can lead to costly mistakes and safety risks. In this blog, discover why following best practices not only protects your shop’s reputation but also boosts profitability and ensures compliance with OEM standards.
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Technician Retention: The Key to Growing Your Collision Repair Business
The labor shortage is making it harder for collision repair shops to find skilled technicians. With seasoned workers retiring and fewer new hires entering the field, a strong technician retention strategy is essential for success. It all starts with smart hiring.
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SUN Collision Integrates with Manager SE / ShopKey Shop Management Systems
SUN Collision announced it has integrated shop management capabilities with its award-winning collision repair software, enabling auto body shops to streamline workflows and track shop activity – from estimates for mechanical repairs through invoicing – all on a single platform.
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SUN Collision Announces Return of its ‘Thank You Thursdays!’ Sweepstakes
In the spirit of the upcoming holiday season, SUN Collision will award $100 gift cards to three well-deserving winners of its ‘Thank You Thursdays!’ sweepstakes through Nov. 21. Winners will be announced on Thursdays, beginning Nov. 7.
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SUN Collision to Showcase Auto Body Repair Innovations at SEMA
SUN Collision is heading to SEMA 2024! Visit our booth to experience firsthand the latest innovations in auto body repair technology. The award-winning SUN Collision Repair Information provides easy access to both OEM collision and mechanical repair data through a single login, streamlining repairs for improved efficiency.
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SUN Collision Congratulates Anthony McNee, Winner of the Inaugural Best Repair Planner/Estimator Award
As a proud sponsor, SUN Collision congratulates Anthony McNee on winning the Best Repair Planner/Estimator award. The nationwide competition honors repair planners and estimators who demonstrate safety, quality, efficiency and leadership in the collision repair industry.
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SUN Collision Receives 2024 PTEN Innovation Award
SUN Collision announces its Repair Package feature has received a PTEN 2024 Innovation Award in the automotive software category. This exclusive feature within SUN Collision Repair Information significantly simplifies the complex blueprinting process, providing comprehensive documentation in support of estimates and insurance claims.
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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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SUN Collision Announces ‘Thank You Thursdays!’ Winners
SUN Collision awards four well-deserving winners of its ‘Thank You Thursdays!’ sweepstakes in celebration of Automotive Service Professionals Month (ASPM). The winners have received a $100 gift card to pay tribute to their hard work in our industry.
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Is Your Body Shop Ready for Advanced Auto Body Materials?
Advanced auto materials continue to be lighter, more durable and stronger, posing a challenge for collision repair. As the variety of auto body materials used in a shop continues to increase, current OEM repair data is essential for accurate, safe repairs.
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SUN Collision Brings Back ‘Thank You Thursdays!’ Sweepstakes
SUN Collision is celebrating Automotive Service Professionals Month (ASPM) in June with the launch of its ‘Thank You Thursdays!’ sweepstakes. One winner of a $100 gift card will be announced each Thursday on the SUN Collision Facebook page through July 4.
SUN Collision Shares 2025 Best of the Blogs
The SUN® Collision team has been busy blogging over the past year, sharing valuable information on their website geared towards empowering technicians and shop owners to optimize efficiency and enhance the overall value of their businesses.
Eight Essential Sensors in Modern Cars — What They Do & Why They Matter
From engine sensors to advanced ADAS technology, modern vehicles depend on precise sensor operation. Learn how evolving sensor technology impacts collision repair – and how the right repair information helps shops reduce cycle time and comebacks.
Why Are Cars Designed to Crumple in the Front During Collisions?
Crumple zones are designed to absorb and redistribute the energy of a collision, reducing the force on the cabin and protecting occupants. By collapsing in a controlled way, they extend the impact time, lowering injury risk. While this can mean more visible damage to the vehicle, crumple zones—along with airbags, seat belts, and safety cages—are essential for saving lives in modern cars.
Introducing OneProfile: A Unified Navigation System for Snap-on Software Tools
Introducing OneProfile, a unified navigation launcher for Snap-on® software that simplifies access to your repair applications. With one click, move between SUN® Collision, SureTrack® and ALTUS™ Drive; fewer logins, faster workflows, and more time for repairs.
SUN Collision Names Winners of ‘Thank You Thursdays!’ Sweepstakes
SUN Collision® announces the winners of its latest “Thank You Thursdays!” Facebook sweepstakes. Each Thursday for three weeks, one winner of a $100 gift card was named on the SUN Collision Facebook page.
The Top 4 Collision Damage Types Every Driver Should Know
Discover the top 4 collision damage types and what every repair pro should know. Front-end, rear-end, side-impact, and sideswipe collisions fill today’s repair bays. Explore why they occur most often and how even sideswipes can lead to serious vehicle damage.
Pro Tips for Ensuring ADAS Sensor Compatibility with Vehicle Wraps and Paint
Wrapping a customer’s vehicle with vinyl is not just a way to change the car’s color to a non-OEM hue. It’s a creative way to protect a vehicle’s paint or cover up any imperfections. However, before wrapping any modern vehicle, there are critical considerations regarding advanced driver assistance (ADAS) sensors.
SUN Collision Welcomes the Holiday Season with its ‘Thank You Thursdays!’ Sweepstakes
SUN® Collision welcomes the holiday season with the return of its “Thank You Thursdays!” Facebook sweepstakes. Each Thursday for three weeks – Nov. 13, 20 and 27 – one winner of a $100 gift card will be announced on the SUN Collision Facebook page.
SUN Collision Enhances Search Capabilities with ‘Did You Mean’ Feature in 1Search Plus
SUN® Collision Repair Information in its 1Search™ Plus dashboard offers a new feature called “Did You Mean.” This powerful upgrade helps technicians and service writers find the right information faster by automatically suggesting corrected industry terms when typos or extra characters are entered in the search bar.
Stop Losing Time to “No Results Found”
The new “Did You Mean” feature in 1Search™ Plus helps auto repair pros find the right fix faster. Now available in SUN Collision Repair Information, it instantly corrects misspelled terms—saving time, boosting accuracy, and improving shop productivity.