August 12, 2024 ‐ HATTIESBURG ‐ Richie’s Collision Center has been certified by Collision Performance Network, 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, Richie’s Collision Center is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient collision repair Network in the country. Adding to their credentials, Richie’s Collision Center is officially Certified by Collision Performance Network, FCA, Hyundai, Infiniti, Kia, and Nissan.
To become Certified by the various Automakers, Richie’s Collision Center passed the rigorous Certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. The Collision Performance 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 Richie’s Collision Center Owner, Richard Lewis, Sr, “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 center 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. Richie’s Collision Center is officially a Collision Performance Network Certified collision center,” explained Leanne Jefferies, Director, Strategic Accounts & Customer Support, OEC Collision Repair Network. “They represent the standard by which all other body shops are measured.”
About Collision Performance Network:
Collision Performance Network, a division of OEC, is part of the largest network of OEM Certified repair providers in North America. The OEC Collision Performance Network has over 2200 Collision Care Providers participating and administers the US OEM Certification Programs for Fiat Chrysler, Kia, Nissan, INFINITI, Hyundai, and Genesis, and OEC’s Electric Vehicle Handling Qualified (EVHQ) program. Visit https://oeconnection.com/products/cpn/ for more information or www.autobodylocator.com to find a certified facility in your area.
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