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Current Events/News: E-newsletter: 2005 Archives

I-CAR RELEASES FIRST VEHICLE-SPECIFIC TRAINING PROGRAM

Volvo S40/V50 (VLV06)I-CAR has released its' first vehicle-specific training program with the introduction of the I-CAR "Collision Repair Overview for the Volvo S40/V50 (VLV06)". Available to the entire collision industry, this program is a result of the training relationship formed between I-CAR and Volvo in 2004. It is one in a series of Volvo vehicle-specific training programs that are being developed through the relationship.

This program covers vehicle design and construction materials used on the new Volvo S40 sedan and V50 sportswagon. The program also covers non-structural and structural repairs, trim and hardware considerations, glass removal and replacement, and an overview of the mechanical and electrical systems.

Volvo Service Training & Development Manager Edward Spirko noted, "The development of the S40/V50 collision repair program provides quality collision repair training. The establishment of this training program supports a Volvo core value of commitment to QUALITY. The knowledgeable I-CAR trainers and dedicated collision professionals, who put this training into practice, will be appreciated by Volvo owners for years to come."

I-CAR Technical Development Manager Jason Bartanen said, "This program represents a significant milestone for I-CAR training and would not have been possible without the cooperative participation of Volvo. We are very excited about this new, first-of-its kind training program, which has laid the groundwork for future programs designed around a specific vehicle or platform."

To find the I-CAR "Collision Repair Overview for the Volvo S40/V50" training program and others being conducted near you, visit the I-CAR class schedule search.

4TH ANNUAL COLLISION INDUSTRY AWARENESS EVENT TO BE HELD IN CHICAGO

I-CAR Education FoundationAre you interested in helping support the future of the collision industry? Become a vendor at the 4th Annual Collision Industry Awareness Event taking place Tuesday, September 27, 2005 from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. at the Midwest Conference Center in Northlake, Illinois!

Through the generous participation of last year's vendors, three local career and technical schools and colleges were presented with the I-CAR Enhanced Delivery curriculum: York Community High School, Technology Center of DuPage, and Kishwaukee College.

Help educate the future of the collision industry by getting involved today!

Current Booth Vendors

Join the following organizations that have already registered for a booth and will be on hand during the tradeshow:

  • Custom Connection, Inc.
  • Enterprise Leasing
  • Hertz Local Edition
  • LKQ Corporation
  • Lord Corporation
  • Mitchell International
  • PPG Industries
  • Pro Tools Equipment, Inc.
  • Rhino Linings of DuPage
  • RMC Specialists
  • Transwheel Corporation

 

Reserve Your Booth Space Now

Do you want your company's information presented to the Chicago land's collision industry professionals? Reserve your vendor booth area by returning the completed registration form along with payment information and the booth preference sheet (label your preferred booth position preference from 1-10 - "1" being your first preference) to:

I-CAR Education Foundation
5125 Trillium Blvd.
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192

You may also fax your completed form and payment to the attention of Michelle Shotkoski at 847.590.1215. Once payment is received, a confirmation letter will be sent to you via e-mail.

Organized by the I-CAR Chicago West Committee, the tradeshow is expected to have an even greater turnout than years' past. For additional and up-to-date information regarding this event, visit the I-CAR Chicago West Committee online.

There is no charge for admission and all collision industry professionals are welcome. Career and technical schools and college instructors and students are also encouraged to attend this event.

This year's event activities will include:

  • Vendor booths representing all areas of the collision industry
  • Updates on I-CAR programs and initiatives
  • Informative presentations from industry leaders

Technical Clinics

Present your organization's latest information through a technical clinic! If you are interested in scheduling a technical clinic during this tradeshow please contact Teresa Kostick at 630.759.6300.

If you have additional questions about the upcoming event, please feel free to contact I-CAR South Central Regional Manager Mike Miller at 615.220.2474.

Stay tuned to future editions of the I-CAR e-newsletter for updated news and information about this event and we will see you on September 27!

COMING SOON...

I-CAR continues to revolutionize collision industry training.

AND THE WINNERS OF THE 2005 IDAHO STATE SKILLS USA COMPETITION ARE...

The 2005 Idaho State Skills USA Competition took place in early April 2005. I-CAR would like to say congratulations to all of the participants and the following winners of the event.

Contestants participate during the sheet metal straightening competition. The 2005 competition also had four female competitors.

Contestants participate during the sheet metal straightening competition. The 2005 competition also had four female competitors.

Students and segment judges during the structural damage analysis competition.

Students and segment judges during the structural damage analysis competition.

Committee members who helped organize and conduct the competition.

Committee members who helped organize and conduct the competition.

Collision Repair Technology - High School

  • Gold: Carlos Osario - Nampa High School (Instructor: Art Garcia)
  • Silver: Nathan Stoddard - Professional Technical Education College (Instructors: Juel Mickelson, Don Couch, and Peter Parke)
  • Bronze: Jeff Moran - Nampa High School (Instructor: Art Garcia)

Collision Repair Technology - Post Secondary

  • Gold: Jason Eldridge - Boise State University (Instructors: Charlie Parke and Brian Paul)
  • Silver: Matthew Martin - Boise State University (Instructors: Charlie Parke and Brian Paul)
  • Bronze: Chris O'Dell - Boise State University (Instructors: Charlie Parke and Brian Paul)

Several companies and organizations need to be thanked for organizing and conducting this competition.

  • State Farm Insurance
  • PPG Industries
  • Parks Royal Body Works
  • Auto Body Paint & Glass
  • Cox Autobody
  • BASF
  • Oxarc
  • Kadel's Auto Body (Boise)
  • Larry Miller Collision Center
  • Lithia
  • Paint & Spray Supply
  • All Cabling
  • Anderson Autobody
  • Wizard Autobody

I-CAR Idaho Committee Chairman Joe Burda said, "Kadel's in Boise was the major sponsor this year. They interrupted normal business operations to hold the competition in their facility. Skills USA Idaho was a huge success this year thanks to the generosity of Kadel's and all the other companies and individuals who were involved."

ARE YOU REGISTERED FOR AN UPCOMING QUALIFICATION TEST?

Have you advanced your professional skills by successfully completing one of the three I-CAR qualification tests (QTs)? Recognized by many OEMs, insurance companies, and other collision industry segments, I-CAR QTs allow professionals the opportunity to demonstrate that they have the skills needed to perform the tasks required for proper, efficient, and safe collision repairs. Demonstrate your skills by registering for an I-CAR QT today!

Click on a state/province below to view their full QT training schedule!

Find Qualification Tests Located In:

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Pre-registration and pre-payment are required for I-CAR QTs. Please contact I-CAR customer care at 800.422.7872 to check availability of QT dates and open seats.

Need to view additional test dates or are you located in a different I-CAR region? Visit the QT specific web page and simply enter in your ZIP/postal code to find the most up-to-date class and qualification test schedules!

I-CAR Automotive Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test Pre-Registration

I-CAR Automotive Steel GMA (MIG) Welding Qualification Test Pre-Registration Form ( 60K) in Adobe Acrobat Format

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I-CAR offers customers the opportunity to receive discount coupons quickly and efficiently via e-mail. Even better, there is no additional charge for this expedited delivery method. As with regular coupons, these "e-coupons" allow customers to prepay for I-CAR classes at a significant discount. Coupon order forms are available online or by calling I-CAR customer care at 800.422.7872.

Remember, if you opt to have their coupons delivered via e-mail, you must use a credit card for payment. The coupons will then be sent in an Adobe Acrobat Reader format along with printing instructions. The instructions include a link to the Adobe website where you may download the free Adobe Reader software. E-coupons are non-transferable, and I-CAR assigns a unique serial number to each coupon for tracking purposes.

For your convenience, all orders received by I-CAR by 3 p.m. CST will be e-mailed by the end of the business day. Orders placed after that time will be e-mailed the following day.

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