News & Blog
News & Blog
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Best Practices for Fast-Tracking Collision Repairs at Your Auto Body Shop
Even the most experienced collision repair technician can only perform repairs as fast as the shop’s limitations allow. To fast-track repairs, the first step is to minimize the limitations in your shop that slow down the repair process.
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SUN Collision Unveils New Website
SUN Collision is pleased to unveil a new website to provide easy access to OEM collision repair information that helps improve efficiency and productivity for auto body shops.
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SUN Collision to Showcase its Auto Collision Repair Software at Northeast Conference
Come visit the SUN Collision booth #523 at the Northeast Conference to get a demo of our collision repair software, which has been enhanced with new and exciting features!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.