News & Blog
News & Blog
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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.
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Building Strength Through the Snap-on Family of Brands: Total Shop Solutions
SUN Collision is a proud member of the TOTAL SHOP SOLUTIONS (TSS) family of Snap-on brands that bring together best-in-class automotive repair products from across the industry. The TSS brands offer a unique scope of solutions to outfit any shop for success from floor to ceiling.
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Automotive Sensors 101 for Collision Repair
Sensor technology is a swiftly advancing field in the automotive industry. It is a crucial component of modern car and truck manufacturing, mainly with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). The dynamic innovations in all types of automotive sensors pose unique challenges for collision repair.
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SUN Collision to Demo Exclusive 1Search Plus Technology at Regional Collision Repair Conferences in May
SUN Collision invites attendees to visit their exhibits at two regional industry conferences this month. They will showcase the collision repair technology and demonstrate how its exclusive 1Search Plus technology is redefining how technicians access OEM information for collision and mechanical repairs.
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SUN Collision + Tru-Point: A Powerful Combo for ADAS Collision Repairs
Let’s face it, collisions continue to be increasingly common with the abundance of vehicles on the road. When a collision occurs, it’s not just the visible damage you have to worry about. ADAS collision repairs require accurate diagnosis, detailed repair knowledge, and precise sensor calibrations using the most up-to-date OEM data and calibration tools.
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How Front-End Collision Repairs Are Changing for Auto Body Shops
With the advanced nature of vehicles on the road today, front-end collisions are more complex than ever. Technicians should be equipped with the best and most up-to-date software to ensure accurate and safe front-end repairs.
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Best Practices for Body Shop Collision Repair
We’re all familiar with the term “best practices.” But do we really understand what’s behind it? Improve your repair process, customers experience and overall bottom line with these eight best practices for collision repairs!
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.
SUN Collision to Showcase Exclusive 1Search Plus Technology at Two SEMA Show Locations
SUN® Collision will showcase its cutting-edge collision repair software at two locations during this year’s Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show, Nov. 4-7, at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
From Batteries to Wiring: Preparing Your Auto Body Shop for Electric Vehicle Repairs
Electric vehicles are no longer “future challenges” – they’re everyday realities in collision repair. From high-voltage batteries and wiring to advanced materials and OEM procedures, safe and profitable EV repairs require specialized training, equipment, and continuously updated repair intelligence.
SUN Collision to Highlight ADAS at Two Regional Conferences in September
SUN Collision is heading to The Texas Auto Body Trade Show, Sept. 12-13 in Allen, Texas, and the Music City Collision Conference, Sept. 26-27 in Nashville, Tennessee. Visit SUN to learn all about ADAS repairs plus much more!
Understanding Composites in Cars for Modern Repairs
Master repairs on automotive plastics and composites with expert guidance. Sun Collision supports technicians working with modern car composites
Do OEM Certifications Really Matter for Your Collision Repair Business?
Discover why OEM certifications matter for collision repair shops and how they boost repair quality, safety and customer trust.
OEM vs. Aftermarket Parts for Collision Repair
Learn the key differences between OEM and aftermarket parts for collision repair and discover which option is best for customer’s vehicle.