Remove Collision Repair Remove Customer Service Remove Technical
article thumbnail

Do You Have What It Takes to Start Your Own Auto Body Shop?

CATI

But turning this dream into reality requires more than just a love for carsit takes technical expertise, business savvy, and determination. If youve been considering this path, heres a closer look at what it takes to succeed in the auto repair industry and how CATIs auto body training program can help you get started.

article thumbnail

What Does Certified Collision Repair Mean for Your Car?

Miracle Body and Paint

One crucial aspect of this process is certified collision repair. At its core, certified repair involves auto technicians undergoing rigorous training through industry programs. Key Takeaways Certified collision repair ensures technicians are trained to industry standards.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Career Highlight: What Does A Heavy Duty Estimator Do?

Automotive Training Centre

They prepare detailed repair reports and cost estimates that are understandable to all parties involved, ensuring transparency throughout the repair process. Effective communication helps manage customer expectations and facilitates smoother approval processes with insurance claims.

Insurance 264
article thumbnail

How To Land Clients As An Independent Auto Body Estimator

Automotive Training Centre

Carving your niche as an auto body estimator in the competitive collision industry can be challenging. But entering the industry as an independent contractor, where you’ll be in direct competition with giant insurance companies and other collision repair shops, can ramp up the pressure in multiple folds.

article thumbnail

Opening an ADAS Calibration Business

Tomorrow's Technician

What I can do is offer you some insight into what companies today are doing and what it will take to enter the market from a technical perspective. Know Your Customer No matter what the business you’re in, if you’re looking to start a company, you need to know your customer.

article thumbnail

Career Spotlight: What Does an Auto Body Technician Do?

CATI

An auto body technician, sometimes called a collision repair technician, is responsible for repairing and restoring vehicles damaged in accidents or by other means. This can range from fixing minor dents and scratches to more extensive structural repairs. What Does an Auto Body Technician Do?

article thumbnail

How Our Auto Body Estimating Training Prepares Students for a Successful Independent Estimator Career

Automotive Training Centre

The automotive industry is full of dynamic opportunities, and becoming an auto body estimator is one of the most rewarding paths for individuals passionate about vehicles and customer service. Body Shop Operations and Paint Estimating : Learn the workflow of collision repair facilities and the basics of paint estimating.