June 24, 2024 ‐ Nanaimo‐ Laird Wheaton GM has been officially Certified by Certified Collision Care, a division of OEC, for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facilities necessary to repair participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their Certification, Laird Wheaton GM is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient
Certified Repair Network in the country. Adding to their credentials, Laird Wheaton GM is officially Certified by Certified Collision Care, Fiat Chrysler (Mopar), Genesis, Hyundai, Kia, Nissan, and Toyota.
To become Certified by the various Automakers, Laird Wheaton GM passed the rigorous Certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. The Certified Repair Network is made up exclusively of best-in-class collision repair businesses that have met or exceeded the strict requirements of the Certification program.
According to Laird Wheaton GM owner, Steve Laird, “We strive to provide the highest quality repairs for our customers. Our state-of-the-art facility and properly trained technicians enabled us to achieve this certified status.”
The Certification criteria are based upon auto manufacturer requirements. These are critical to ensure the vehicle fit, finish, durability, value, and safety following a collision. As new model vehicles are being introduced that use lightweight high strength materials and advanced technology, a proper repair according to manufacturer specification is even more important to ensure the passenger safety and proper performance of the vehicle. Auto manufacturers want to ensure that consumers have the option to choose a Certified collision repair centre wherever they live, work, or travel.
“Consumers need the confidence and peace of mind to know their vehicle is being repaired by a shop that has what it takes to ensure the vehicle’s safety. Laird Wheaton GM is officially a Certified Collision Care Provider™,” explained Leanne Jefferies, Director, Strategic Accounts & Customer Support, OEC Certified Repair Network. “They represent the standard by which all other body shops are measured.”
About Certified Collision Care:
Certified Collision Care, a division of OEC, is part of the largest network of OEM Certified repair providers in North America. The OEC Certified Repair Network has had over 3500 Collision Care Providers participating and administers the Canadian OEM Certification Programs for Ford, Fiat Chrysler, Kia, Nissan, INFINITI, Toyota, Lexus, Honda and Acura ProFirst, Hyundai, Genesis, Subaru, VinFast and OEC’s Electric Vehicle Handling Qualified (EVHQ) program. Visit www.certifiedcollisioncare.ca for more information or www.autobodylocator.ca to find a certified facility in your area.
Media Contacts:
Laird Wheaton GM
Leo Vaudrin‐Body Shop Manager
(250) 585-4201
leo@lairdwheaton.com