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News & Blog
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Get Comfortable with ADAS Sensor Calibration and Repair
Does your collision facility know how to calibrate a collision sensor, replace a rear camera, and other common ADAS repairs? SUN® Collision Repair Information helps your body shop perform these types of repairs safely and efficiently.
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What do OEM Collision Repairs Mean for Your Body Shop?
OEM for automotive collision repairs is the safest and most reliable way to get vehicles back to their original condition. But getting your hands on OEM repair information quickly and economically can be as much of a challenge as keeping up with the advancements in vehicle technology.
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Why Staying Up-to-Date on Advanced Vehicle Repair Procedures is So Critical
As vehicle technology continues to advance, the line between collision procedures and mechanical repairs is disappearing too — and keeping up with advancements in collision repair procedures is a must.
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Advanced Collision Repair Technology is the Future: If Your Shop Ready?
Advanced collision repair technology impacts everything from materials, manufacturing methods, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and sensors, control modules, occupant safety equipment. Your shop can keep up with these advances with collision repair software.
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The Most Common Repairs and Diagnostic Challenges With Advanced Vehicles
Because modern vehicles are more technical than ever, common collision damage isn’t as “common” as it used to be. The modern body shop must understand the interconnectivity of not only the components of a vehicle, but the network of electronics that tie them all together.
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You May Be Able to Keep More Jobs In-House Than You Think
How do you avoid wasting time with diagnostics and repairs that end up being outsourced? Capitalizing on mechanical and other repair opportunities and having up-to-date OEM and repair information can mean more work stays with your shop.
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How Advancements in Makes & Models Will Impact Collision Repair Procedures
Your body shop has likely encountered many collision repair trends through the years, and the latest ones cover things like handling composite materials, repairing and calibrating ADAS, and other advanced collision procedures.
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The Importance of OEM Collision Repair Information
Being able to get your hands on the most current and accurate OEM procedures has become more important than ever. That’s why SUN® created our collision repair software — to give your body shop the updated information it needs when it’s needed.
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Identifying the ROI on Collision Repair Software at Your Auto Body Shop
As the saying goes: If it doesn’t make dollars, then it doesn’t make cents! Collision repair software is an excellent investment, as it provides a huge return on investment (ROI).
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How to Save Time and Cut Costs with Automotive Repair & Diagnostic Software
Is your body shop making enough money? Do you have a good work/personal life balance? Is your shop organized and efficient? If your answer is “no,” to one of these questions, auto repair software can help turn the tables.
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Auto Collision Repair Software Features Every Body Shop Should Be Using
You have the experience and expertise, but how do you keep up with all the changes in the automotive industry? SUN Collision puts the latest repair information at your fingertips.
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Five Ways to Make Your Auto Body Shop More Efficient and Profitable
Improving efficiency is important for anyone who owns or manages a shop. If you are looking for ways to maximize your profit, consider implementing these five ways to make your auto collision repair shop more efficient.
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.









