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Bringing the Industry Together with a Shared Vision

We’re committed to complete, safe, and quality repairs that protect drivers and passengers. With education for every level and a range of technical resources, we support your business growth and career advancement every step of the way.

Products

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I-CAR® Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP)
Oct. 8, 2025
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Discover how I-CAR Academy’s updated curriculum provides innovative and engaging entry-level skills to collision repair technicians
Oct. 7, 2024

Press Releases

I-CAR announces the recipients of the 2020 Jeff Silver and Russ Verona Memorial I-CAR awards.
Nov. 8, 2021
New Chicago Technical Center underscores commitment to technical leadership and mirrors explosive pace of collision repair complexity, future needs of inter-industry
Aug. 27, 2021
I-CAR's Board of Directors announced the election of four individuals to fill open board seats, including two members returning for a second, three-year term.
July 29, 2021
I-CAR's new web series offers informal, unscripted conversations, demonstrations for shops and technicians
July 7, 2021
I-CARannounced the addition of six new organizations to its Sustaining Partner™ program, including*: AFR Insurance, asTech, CSAA Insurance Group, IAnet – Nationwide Appraisals...
June 28, 2021
I-CAR announced the creation of “CHARGED for EV,” a new online Electric Vehicle (EV) resource to provide the inter-industry with a centralized information hub in support of the...
June 24, 2021
In just seven years, I-CAR’s Repairability Technical Support (RTS) Portal has grown to become an industry mainstay, with accelerated usage of the online resource.
June 11, 2021
I-CAR's online nominations are now open for its two top 2020 industry awards which recognize outstanding contributions in the collision repair industry; the Russ Verona Memorial...
May 20, 2021
I-CAR President John Van Alstyne has penned an open letter to the collision repair industry addressing the organizations commitment to continue pushing forward amid COVID.
Jan. 19, 2021
New online courses continue to further the industry’s knowledge and skills.
Jan. 6, 2021

Videos

Learn why proper vehicle preparation is essential for accurate ADAS calibrations and factors that can influence results in three minutes.
June 15, 2026
In the first video of a series filmed at the grand opening of I-CAR's new Chicago Technical Center in Vernon Hills, Ill., ABRN Managing Editor Jay Sicht talks with I-CAR CEO &...
Sept. 8, 2022

Podcasts

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Hear how I-CAR is addressing the technician shortage and is continuing education with collaborations and adaptive learning methods.

Blogs

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I-CAR interviews two men who centered the industry to better provide for their families.
May 13, 2022

News

Current prices will remain until the end of 2026, and access to previously purchased training courses will remain available for completion as long as the course remains active...
Aug. 14, 2026
I-CAR’s Platinum Experience 2026 Giveaway offers collision repair professionals a chance to win an all-expenses-paid trip to the 2026 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Anyone who has or...
July 24, 2026
Nominations are now open for I-CAR's 2026 Russ Verona Award and the Jeff Silver Award. The awards celebrate those who set high standards in training, professional growth, and ...
July 7, 2026
The new resource establishes a framework to support complete, safe, and quality repairs through proper facility and equipment preparedness.
July 3, 2026
Highlighting a pivotal year, I-CAR’s 2025 report details growth in Gold Class shops, an increase in trained technicians, and expanded training programs and industry collaboration...
June 15, 2026
Candidates should demonstrate leadership, influence, and a commitment to I-CAR's mission, with a focus on diversity and industry perspective. Application submissions are due by...
May 6, 2026
The new learning experience builds repair planning confidence and helps to improve accuracy and shop efficiency ahead of 2027 renewal requirements.
May 5, 2026
The state and community recognition honors I-Car's U.S. Department of Labor-registered apprenticeship program and efforts to build a skilled workforce in automotive repair.
April 29, 2026
The contribution marks I-CAR's 18th consecutive year of support for CREF and brings its cumulative total to more than $2.3 million. The donations help CREF connect schools with...
April 22, 2026
The new initiative includes pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship pathways, offering hands-on exposure to diagnostics, electronics, materials science, and the repair procedures...
April 21, 2026

Articles

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Why checking every time matters
March 12, 2026
Modern vehicle construction demands precise repair techniques. Training like I-CAR’s Mixed Attachment Methods course bridges the gap between knowledge and practical execution....
Jan. 29, 2026
Discover how I-CAR’s two-year Registered Apprenticeship Program offers collision repair shops a pathway to develop skilled technicians through paid, structured training recognized...
Oct. 31, 2025
A growing shortage of technicians, along with advancing automotive technology, have significantly elevated the need for advanced, accessible and engaging training.
April 4, 2023
All of the courses can be completed within 60 minutes.
July 26, 2022
The Paulding County High School of Dallas, Georgia, auto body program recently held its second annual Small Car Race.
June 17, 2022

Additional content from I-CAR

The next episode of I-CAR's Repairers Realm will discuss Stellantis's corrosion testing process, updated door panel repair guidelines, and how industry feedback has influenced...
March 19, 2026
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I-CAR RAP Program
Supported by a $7 million U.S. Department of Labor grant, the program offers a validated framework for apprenticeships, helping collision repair shops develop skilled technicians...
Feb. 25, 2026
Get an exclusive inside look at the latest in automotive technology at the Consumer Electronics Show.
Jan. 14, 2026
The course offers hands-on, in-shop training in multiple attachment methods like rivet bonding and MIG welding, preparing technicians for complex vehicle repairs.
Nov. 12, 2025
CCI/I-CAR
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This collaboration offers shops a structured readiness evaluation, including culture surveys and work style assessments, to facilitate smoother onboarding and enhance long-term...
Oct. 29, 2025
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The Member Council serves as the voice of the customer offering insights and feedback that inform I-CAR’s strategic direction and service offerings. Representatives are needed...
Oct. 22, 2025
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Attendees can explore mixed reality training, welding demos, and expert-led courses designed to enhance practical knowledge and safety in automotive repair.
Oct. 16, 2025
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In a move to bolster its industry support, I-CAR has appointed John Eck as vice president of business development. Eck’s background in collision repair innovation and leadership...
Sept. 15, 2025
The I-CAR Board of Directors also released a letter from Chair Jennifer Goforth detailing the approval of a bylaws update to clarify representation, updates to the Executive Committee...
Sept. 5, 2025
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The Registered Apprenticeship Program provides two years of training to address critical technician shortages. It is available to any repair shop that holds I-CAR Gold Class designation...
July 25, 2025