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Warning To South African Motorists
Vehicle Maintenance and Safety Explored Article By Caitlyn Hilliard-Lomas Warning to South African motorists to pay close attention to the condition of their vehicle’s braking system. Visit CRA’s blog page for more relevant articles. The...
Clarity Is The Key To Unlocking Value In Your Auto Body Shop
Entrepreneurship & Business Explored By Matthew Di Francesco Clarity is the key to unlocking value in your auto body shop. Before adding equipment, locations or new pressure, owners should pause and ask one question: What is this business...
Take Control With A Bold Personal Brand
Entrepreneurship & Marketing Explored By Wendy Shore • Edited by Micah Zimmerman Take control with a bold personal brand that’s authentic, sets you apart and positions you for long-term success. Visit CRA’s industry news blog page for more...
Electric Vehicle Accident Scene Checklist
Public Safety & Vehicle Repairs Article by Steve Kessel The Electric Vehicle Accident Scene Checklist and infographic provides a reference guide to both EV owners as well as tow-away service providers on how to do an on-the-scene safety assessment...
Electric Vehicle Check-in Infographic
Safety & Repair Techniques Article by Steve Kessel The provided Electric Vehicle Check-in Infographic provide a quick reference guide to both EV owners as well as collision repairers regarding booking in an electric vehicle for repairs. Please...
Paint at the NXT Level of Color and Speed
Business Optimisation & Productivity Sponsored by PPG Industries Paint at the NXT level of color and speed because in today’s collision repair environment, speed, accuracy, and premium appearance are no longer competing priorities—they are...
Want to Succeed, Learn to Say ‘No’
Business Explored By Ginni Saraswati • Edited by Micah Zimmerman Want to succeed, learn to say “No”. As a first-year founder and entrepreneur, saying “yes” to every opportunity can hurt your chance of survival. Visit CRA’s industry news blog page...
Top Car Brands In Deep Trouble in South Africa
Motoring & Safety Explored By Malcolm Libera Top car brands in deep trouble in South Africa and are facing growing scrutiny over the safety standards of vehicles sold locally. Visit CRA’s blog page for more relevant articles. Industry...
What Every Repair Shop Needs to Know About Servicing EVs
https://youtu.be/O3ozlM7s8ao?si=u5XZYShJe3DxFUfp New Technology Explored Article by Noah Brown John Forro shares what every repair shop needs to know about servicing electrical vehicles. Visit CRA’s industry news blog page for more relevant...
10 Questions Every Consumer Should Ask Before Choosing an Auto Body Shop
Repair Techniques and Public Safety Explored We look at 10 questions every consumer should ask before choosing an auto body shop. Visit CRA’s industry news blog page for more relevant articles. The Massachusetts Auto Body Association says...
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Clarity Is The Key To Unlocking Value In Your Auto Body Shop
Entrepreneurship & Business Explored By Matthew Di Francesco Clarity is the key to unlocking value in your auto body shop. Before adding equipment, locations or new pressure, owners should pause and ask one question: What is this business...
Take Control With A Bold Personal Brand
Entrepreneurship & Marketing Explored By Wendy Shore • Edited by Micah Zimmerman Take control with a bold personal brand that’s authentic, sets you apart and positions you for long-term success. Visit CRA’s industry news blog page for more...
Electric Vehicle Accident Scene Checklist
Public Safety & Vehicle Repairs Article by Steve Kessel The Electric Vehicle Accident Scene Checklist and infographic provides a reference guide to both EV owners as well as tow-away service providers on how to do an on-the-scene safety assessment...