Certified Collision Care

Speedy Collision Weston Garyray achieves OEM Certification by FCA Canada and Certified Collision Care

HAMILTON, ON, October 6, 2016 – Certified Collision Care announced today that Speedy Collision Weston Garyray has achieved their official OEM Certification as a Mopar Certified Collision Repair Facility for the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram and Fiat brands, and as a Certified Collision Care provider. Garyray Auto Collision Ltd. has been a family owned and operated repair facility since 1981. Their management team has over 100 years experience in the collision industry, and takes pride in the relationships they have with their repeat customer base, insurance companies, dealerships and fleet accounts. Sandro Perruzza who owns and operates the business today, is the founder’s son and a licensed mechanic with 28 years experience in the industry. “Our industry is changing at a very quick pace, and keeping up to date is essential to ensure that vehicles…


Windsor CARSTAR achieves OEM Certification by FCA Canada and Certified Collision Care

WINDSOR, ON, October 5, 2016 – Certified Collision Care announced today that Windsor CARSTAR Collision has achieved their official OEM Certification as a Mopar Certified Collision Repair Facility for the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram and Fiat brands, and as a Certified Collision Care provider. Windsor CARSTAR Collision opened in 2004, as brand new 7,000 sq ft facility with staff of 5, and has rapidly grown since then. Today the business occupies 9,000 sq ft, with 20 staff repairing over 100 vehicles per month. Owner Dennis Carlini shares, “Our goal has always been to be the leaders in the collision repair business in our area by making the investments in our business that are needed to properly look after our customers. As vehicles are changing, our goal is to continue to be leaders by educating our…


CARSTAR Windsor Collision Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

WINDSOR, ON – CARSTAR Windsor Collision 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 Windsor Collision 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 Windsor Collision 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, Dennis Carlini, “We’ve worked hard to stay ahead…


Speedy Collision NW Calgary Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

CALGARY – Speedy Collision NW Calgary 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, Speedy Collision 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, Speedy Collision 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, Amber Chiddle, “We are thrilled to have achieved the Certification and…


Dennis & Don’s Collision Center Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

NORTH BRUNSWICK – Dennis & Don’s 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, Dennis & Don’s 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, Dennis & Don’s Collision Center is officially recognized by Assured Performance, FCA, GM, Ford, Nissan, Infiniti, and Hyundai. To become Certified and officially recognized by the various Automakers, Dennis & Don’s 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…


Fort Lauderdale Collision Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

FT LAUDERDALE – Fort Lauderdale 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, Fort Lauderdale 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, Fort Lauderdale Collision is officially recognized by Assured Performance, FCA, GM, Ford, Nissan, Infiniti, and Hyundai. To become Certified and officially recognized by the various Automakers, Fort Lauderdale 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…


Mission Viejo Auto Collision Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

MISSION VIEJO – Mission Viejo Auto 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, Mission Viejo Auto 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, Mission Viejo Auto Collision is officially recognized by Assured Performance, FCA, GM, Ford, Nissan, and Hyundai. To become Certified and officially recognized by the various Automakers, Mission Viejo Auto 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 meet the stringent requirements to become officially Certified…


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…



Speedy Collision Weston Garyray Earns Official Certification and Prestigious Top Automaker Recognition

Toronto – Speedy Collision Weston Garyray 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, Speedy Collision Weston Garyray 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, Speedy Collision Weston Garyray 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, Sandro Perruzza, “This certification supports our…


Certified Collision Care and TenPoint Complete Announce Advanced and Customized CSI Services for OEM Certified Collision Care Providers

Hamilton, Ontario – Certified Collision Care, the Canadian division of Assured Performance Network, North America’s largest OEM Certified Collision Repair Network, announced today they have entered into an agreement with TenPoint Complete to provide special services and pricing to their Certified Repair Provider network. Through this alliance, Certified Collision Care shops will be able to track their CSI performance and access, measure and manage all aspects of their collision repair business through a newly developed KPI feature. The newly developed services delivered by TenPoint Complete also features custom dashboards and electronic and phone-based CSI surveying. This exclusive tool-set will provide Collision Care Providers with an advanced approach to CSI that is also cost effective. “Our alliance with Assured Performance’s Certified Collision Care demonstrates a collaborative effort that provides services to multiple stakeholders – including repairers,…


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 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…