Certification

Elk Grove Automotive Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

SCHILLER PARK – Elk Grove Automotive has been officially Certified by Assured Performance, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their Certification, Elk Grove Automotive is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient auto body repair network in the world. Adding to the their credentials, Elk Grove Automotive is officially recognized by Assured Performance, FCA, GM, Nissan, Infiniti, and Hyundai. To become Certified and officially recognized by the various Automakers, Elk Grove Automotive passed the rigorous Certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Less than 5 percent of body shops across the nation are able to meet…


MOPPERT BROTHERS AUTO COLLISION SPECIALISTS INC. Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

Morton – Moppert Brothers Auto Collision Specialists Inc. has been officially Certified by Assured Performance, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their Certification, Moppert Brothers Auto Collision Specialists Inc. is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient auto body repair network in the world. Adding to the their credentials, Moppert Brothers Auto Collision Specialists Inc.is officially recognized by: FCA, GM, Ford, Nissan, and Hyundai. To become Certified and officially recognized by the various Automakers, Moppert Brothers Auto Collision Specialists Inc. passed the rigorous Certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Less than 5 percent of body…


Bebrick Collision Center Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

WACO – Bebrick Collision Center has been officially Certified by Assured Performance, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their Certification, Bebrick Collision Center is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient auto body repair network in the world. Adding to the their credentials, Bebrick Collision Center is officially recognized by: FCA, Ford, Nissan, and Hyundai. To become Certified and officially recognized by the various Automakers, Bebrick Collision Center passed the rigorous Certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Less than 5 percent of body shops across the nation are able to meet the stringent requirements to…



Den’s Service Center LLC Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

YORK – Den’s Service Center LLC has been officially Certified by Assured Performance, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their Certification, Den’s Service Center LLC is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient auto body repair network in the world. Adding to the their credentials, Den’s Service Center LLC is officially recognized by Assured Performance, GM, FCA, Ford, Nissan, and Hyundai. To become Certified and officially recognized by the various Automakers, Den’s Service Center LLC passed the rigorous Certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Less than 5 percent of body shops across the nation are…


Finish Line Collision Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

VALLEY STREAM – Finish Line Collision has been officially Certified by Assured Performance, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their Certification, Finish Line Collision is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient auto body repair network in the world. Adding to the their credentials, Finish Line Collision is officially recognized by Assured Performance, FCA, GM, Ford, Nissan, Infiniti, and Hyundai. To become Certified and officially recognized by the various Automakers, Finish Line Collision passed the rigorous Certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Less than 5 percent of body shops across the nation are able to…


Sunbeam Autobody, Inc. Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

JACKSONVILLE – Sunbeam Autobody, Inc. has been officially Certified by Assured Performance, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their Certification, Sunbeam Autobody, Inc. is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient auto body repair network in the world. Adding to the their credentials, Sunbeam Autobody, Inc. is officially recognized by Assured Performance, FCA, GM, Ford, Hyundai, and Nissan. To become Certified and officially recognized by the various Automakers, Sunbeam Autobody, Inc. passed the rigorous Certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Less than 5 percent of body shops across the nation are able to meet the…


Collision Repair Specialists Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

SAINT JOSEPH – Collision Repair Specialists has been officially Certified by Assured Performance, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their Certification, Collision Repair Specialists is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient auto body repair network in the world. Adding to the their credentials, Collision Repair Specialists is officially recognized by FCA, Assured Performance, GM, Nissan, and Hyundai. To become Certified and officially recognized by the various Automakers, Collision Repair Specialists passed the rigorous Certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Less than 5 percent of body shops across the nation are able to meet the…


Lacey Collision Center Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

LACEY – Lacey Collision Center has been officially Certified by Assured Performance, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their Certification, Lacey Collision Center is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient auto body repair network in the world. Adding to the their credentials, Lacey Collision Center is officially recognized by Assured Performance, GM, FCA, and Ford. To become Certified and officially recognized by the various Automakers, Lacey Collision Center passed the rigorous Certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Less than 5 percent of body shops across the nation are able to meet the stringent requirements to…


Charles Henry Company Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

SAN FRANCISCO – Charles Henry Company has been officially Certified by Assured Performance, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their Certification, Charles Henry Company is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient auto body repair network in the world. Adding to the their credentials, Charles Henry Company is officially recognized by Assured Performance, FCA, GM, Nissan, Infiniti, and Hyundai. To become Certified and officially recognized by the various Automakers, Charles Henry Company passed the rigorous Certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Less than 5 percent of body shops across the nation are able to meet…


Island Fender Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

HONOLULU – Island Fender has been officially Certified by Assured Performance, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their Certification, Island Fender is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient auto body repair network in the world. Adding to the their credentials, Island Fender is officially recognized by FCA, Assured Performance, GM, Nissan, and Hyundai. To become Certified and officially recognized by the various Automakers, Island Fender passed the rigorous Certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Less than 5 percent of body shops across the nation are able to meet the stringent requirements to become officially…


Assured Performance Launches Capability Assessment Evaluation and Planning Tool as a Bridge to OEM Certification

Laguna Hills, CA – Assured Performance Network, the country’s largest Certified Collision Repair Network, announced the North American launch of their exclusive Capabilities Assessment Evaluation and Planning Tool to the collision repair industry. Now, body shops are able to use a self-administered online program to perform a confidential, in depth evaluation of their business, and create a Business Improvement Plan (BIP) based upon deficiencies, action item to-do lists, budgets, and timelines. The Capability Assessment Tool allows shops to see exactly how they stack up against the listing of OEM Certification requirements and standards, as well as how they compare with our proprietary list of industry top best practices. Assured Performance created the online service to assist body shops that want to develop and chart an improvement plan to achieve the requirements for OEM Certification in…


Collision Industry Conference Hosts Body Shop Certification Panel

Collision Industry Conference Hosts Body Shop Certification Panel (Left to right) Mark Allen of Audi, Clint Marlow of Allstate and Scott Biggs of Assured Performance participate in the certification panel. Certification is taking off like wildfire as more and more automakers are taking more of a stake in how their vehicles are repaired once out of the factory. They want to protect their brand by ensuring that their highly sophisticated vehicles are repaired back to their own specifications. The panelists consisted of: David Parzen, senior technical project manager for NSF; Scott Biggs, CEO of Assured Performance; Mark Allen, manager of collision and equipment for Audi; John Eck, manager, wholesale channel for GM; and Clint Marlow, senior manager, claims strategy for Allstate. Moderator Lou DiLisio started off by asking whether OE certification was good or bad…


CCIF reveals speakers for Vancouver meeting

Ottawa, Ontario — August 29, 2016 — The next meeting of the Canadian Collision Industry Forum (CCIF) will take place September 29 to 30 at the Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown. Industry experts will share insight into the latest collision repair industry trends including diagnostic scanning, industry accreditation and OEM certification programs. The Vancouver meeting will also include an update on the First-Notice-Of-Loss project, and a information on a new initiative focused on reconnecting industry and education.  CCIF has also revealed the speaker list for the Vancouver meeting. The presenters represent various sectors in the automotive claims economy. Larry Jefferies, President, Jefferies Consulting Jefferies provides consulting services to a variety of collision industry stakeholders focusing on developing opportunities that enhance strategic business growth. A co-founder of CARSTAR Automotive Canada, Jefferies has also served on the executive…


Assured Performance Network’s new Certified Collision Care program will provide many benefits.

Certified Once, Recognized by Many OEM (original equipment manufacturer) certification is a growing trend in the collision repair industry, and in Canada, programs are just starting to develop. Given the complexity of the collision repair business, any program that simplifies the certification process and unifies industry stakeholders is a good thing. This is why the time is right for a new national program. Leanne Jefferies, vice president, Canadian Operations at Assured Performance Network, has just launched the “Certified Collision Care” program in Canada. The program has a long history of success with the company’s U.S.- based parent company. Assured Performance Network has certified over 2,000 collision repair facilities in the U.S. and had that certification recognized by U.S. OEMs. Certification is given only to repairers that meet or exceed OEM standards for tools, equipment, training, and…



Garland Auto Body Ltd. Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

ST. John’s – Garland Auto Body Ltd. has been officially Certified by Certified Collision Care, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their certification, Garland Auto Body Ltd. is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient collision repair network in the world. To become Certified and officially recognized as a Certified Collision Care provider, Garland Auto Body Ltd. passed the rigorous certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Only the top collision repair facilities in Canada are able to meet the stringent requirements to become officially Certified and recognized. According to manager, Derrick Ryan, “When an accident…


Assured Performance OEM Certification Symposium Set for August 10-11, with NACE in Anaheim, CA

Laguna Hills, CA – Assured Performance, the largest OEM Certified collision repair network in the world announced details today for the OEM Certification Symposium held in conjunction with the NACE expo, August 10-11, 2016.  Assured Performance and Automakers including: Ford, Nissan, Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles, Hyundai and others have joined together to host a content-filled symposium for Certified repair providers, interested repairers and invited guests. Through panel discussions, presentations by the OEMs and instructional seminars, attendees will have the opportunity to gain insight into industry trends and Automaker strategies; while learning how to maximize the value of their OEM Certification credentials and turbo-charge their business by capitalizing on the industry-changing dimension. The symposium will expose attendees to an in-depth, hands-on review of special certification-based marketing and sales programs that are solely available through OEM Certification programs.  They…



Birchwood Collision Centre on Regent Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

Winnipeg – Birchwood Collision Centre on Regent has been officially Certified by Certified Collision Care, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their certification, Birchwood Collision Centre on Regent is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient collision repair network in the world. To become Certified and officially recognized as a Certified Collision Care provider, Birchwood Collision Centre on Regent passed the rigorous certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Only the top collision repair facilities in Canada are able to meet the stringent requirements to become officially Certified and recognized. According to owner, Arthur Crawford, “Our…


Birchwood Collision Centre at Pointe West Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

Winnipeg – Birchwood Collision Centre at Pointe West has been officially Certified by Certified Collision Care, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their certification, Birchwood Collision Centre at Pointe West is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient collision repair network in the world. To become Certified and officially recognized as a Certified Collision Care provider, Birchwood Collision Centre at Pointe West passed the rigorous certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Only the top collision repair facilities in Canada are able to meet the stringent requirements to become officially Certified and recognized. According to owner,…


Precision Auto Body Repairs Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

Saskatoon – Precision Auto Body Repairs has been officially Certified by Certified Collision Care, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their certification, Precision Auto Body Repairs is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient collision repair network in the world. To become Certified and officially recognized as a Certified Collision Care provider, Precision Auto Body Repairs passed the rigorous certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Only the top collision repair facilities in Canada are able to meet the stringent requirements to become officially Certified and recognized. According to owner, Joe Giocoli, “We’ve worked hard to stay…


CARSTAR London West Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

London – CARSTAR London West has been officially Certified by Certified Collision Care, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their certification, CARSTAR London West is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient collision repair network in the world. To become Certified and officially recognized as a Certified Collision Care provider, CARSTAR London West passed the rigorous certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Only the top collision repair facilities in Canada are able to meet the stringent requirements to become officially Certified and recognized. According to owner, Wayne Minogue, “Our business has been built on a…


FIX AUTO Courtenay Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

Courtenay – FIX AUTO Courtenay has been officially Certified by Certified Collision Care, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their certification, FIX AUTO Courtenay is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient collision repair network in the world. To become Certified and officially recognized as a Certified Collision Care provider, FIX AUTO Courtenay passed the rigorous certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Only the top collision repair facilities in Canada are able to meet the stringent requirements to become officially Certified and recognized. According to owners, Jason Borth & Wayne Woodbeck, “We are thrilled to have achieved…


CROSSTOWN AUTOBODY Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

Edmonton – Crosstown Autobody has been officially Certified by Certified Collision Care, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their certification, Crosstown Autobody is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient collision repair network in the world. To become Certified and officially recognized as a Certified Collision Care provider, Crosstown Autobody passed the rigorous certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Only the top collision repair facilities in Canada are able to meet the stringent requirements to become officially Certified and recognized. According to manager, Gary Bridgeman, “This certification supports our reputation for superior customer service serving our community….


Kavia Auto Body Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

Saskatoon – Kavia Auto Body has been officially Certified by Certified Collision Care, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their certification, Kavia Auto Body is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient collision repair network in the world. To become Certified and officially recognized as a Certified Collision Care provider, Kavia Auto Body passed the rigorous certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Only the top collision repair facilities in Canada are able to meet the stringent requirements to become officially Certified and recognized. According to owner, Raj Kavia, “We’ve worked hard to stay ahead of…


Supreme Collision Centre – Bolton – Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

Bolton – Supreme Collision Centre Bolton has been officially Certified by Certified Collision Care, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their certification, Supreme Collision Centre Bolton is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient collision repair network in the world. To become Certified and officially recognized as a Certified Collision Care provider, Supreme Collision Centre Bolton passed the rigorous certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Only the top collision repair facilities in Canada are able to meet the stringent requirements to become officially Certified and recognized. According to owner, Marty Reddick, “This certification supports our…


Parr Auto Body Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

Saskatoon – Parr Auto Body has been officially Certified by Certified Collision Care, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their certification, Parr Auto Body is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient collision repair network in the world. To become Certified and officially recognized as a Certified Collision Care provider, Parr Auto Body passed the rigorous certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Only the top collision repair facilities in Canada are able to meet the stringent requirements to become officially Certified and recognized. According to owner, Chelsea Stebner, “We’ve worked hard to stay ahead of…


BODY LINE COLLISION LTD. Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

Midland – Body Line Collision Ltd. has been officially Certified by Certified Collision Care, a non-profit consumer advocacy organization for maintaining the right tools, equipment, training, and facility necessary to repair the participating Automaker brand vehicles according to the manufacturer’s specifications. In achieving their certification, Body Line Collision Ltd. is now an integral part of the most advanced repair capable and efficient collision repair network in the world. To become Certified and officially recognized as a Certified Collision Care provider, Body Line Collision Ltd. passed the rigorous certification process essential to help ensure a proper and safe repair of the new generation of advanced vehicles. Only the top collision repair facilities in Canada are able to meet the stringent requirements to become officially Certified and recognized. According to owner, Wally Betcher, “When an accident happens,…



Assured Performance Launches Mobile Inspection Audit App to Enhance 5-Step Certification Validation Process

Laguna Hills, CA – Assured Performance Network, the country’s largest OEM Certified Collision Repair Network, announced major enhancements to their 5-Step Certification Validation Process, in concert with the launch of a proprietary mobile App, for use by hundreds of their onsite Inspectors. The Assured Performance Certification “proof of compliance” is completely transparent, employs numerous checks and balances, and follows ISO and GAAP compliant steps; unlike programs that rely on subjective verifications and manually checking a box. Assured Performance onsite Inspectors will use a patent pending Smart App to optimize consistency, efficiency, and an additional layer of integrity. Assured Performance is recognized as having the most stringent and comprehensive business requirements for official OEM Certification. To become Certified, shops must provide proof of compliance, then pass an onsite audit, and several comprehensive internal reviews. To electronically…


Assured Performance Co-Op Announces 2016 Board of Directors

Laguna Hills, CA – Assured Performance, the largest network of Certified body shops in the world, announced today their 2016 Board of Directors for their Co-Op entity. In accordance with their bylaws, the Co-Op Board of Directors is represented exclusively by body shop owners on behalf of over 3,000 collision repair businesses across the entire U.S that are official Co-Op members. The Board includes the following industry notables: Brett Bailey, A&B CARSTAR – Midwest Region Kathy Mello, TGIF Body Shop, Inc. – Northern California Region Luis Alonso, Pan American Collision Center – Southern California Region Dusty Womble, Roger Beasley Collision – South Central Region Ron Reichen, Precision Body & Paint, Northwest Region Matt Parker, Parker Auto Body – South East Region Dave Rush, D&M Auto Body – North East Region Paul Van Aken, Paul’s Quality…


Assured Performance Introduces 5-Star Business Performance Program

Laguna Hills, CA – Assured Performance Network, the collision industry’s leading body shop Certification organization, announced today the official launch of their 5-Star Business Performance Program. The 5-Star Business Performance Program helps body shops to improve their business capabilities aimed at exceeding the industry’s highest levels of performance and attainment of their personal success goals. The 5-Star Program provides shops with an in-depth business analysis resulting in a confidential self-assessing rating and ranking. Then, the shops get a business improvement action plan, expert coaching, and ongoing KPI monitoring. Upon enrollment in the optional program, shops go through a performance analysis determining areas of weaknesses and opportunities for improvement including: production management, marketing, sales, customer service, financial management, HR management, and technical proficiency. Shops receive in-depth improvement plans, access a KPI dashboard with alerts when performance…


Assured Performance Launches Data Management Services for Certified Repair Providers

  Laguna Hills, CA – Assured Performance Network, the country’s largest Certified Collision Repair Network, announced today the official launch of their suite of data safeguard and management services exclusively for their Certified shops.  This unique data service creates and maintains a cloud data storage account for each of their Certified shops much like a safety deposit box at a bank. Now, the shop truly owns their own data and determines how it can be utilized. Assured Performance is empowering their Certified shops by providing three services working in tandem: dataSAFETM, dataMANAGERTM, and dataIQTM. Through the use of the data toolset, the shop’s data is safeguarded and managed exclusively by the shop; not a third party. The data toolset provides Certified shops with various data management benefits including shop performance analysis, KPI reporting, and proof-of-purchase…