ABRN On the Shop Floor

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The evolution of vehicle materials necessitates a shift in welding habits, particularly in choosing electrode wire diameters.
April 21, 2026
Paul Bostel/Accelerated Vehicle Technology
Figure 1: If the space is available, dedicated diagnostic stalls can be helpful in minimizing shop workflow disruptions where faster, higher volume work occurs.
June 4, 2026
3M Automotive Aftermarket Division
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June 1, 2026
When a paint company recommends a certain fluid tip size, it’s because it gives you the best chance of success in getting tricky metallics to lay down similarly to how they are laid down from the factory.
June 1, 2026
PPG
4Plastic strips are flexible and absorbent to stress and impact, while still being easy to shape and blend into the original part.
June 1, 2026
Even small variations can produce noticeable differences in color tone. When possible, confirm the color accuracy before the car is ready to be refinished.
June 1, 2026
Mazda USA
Mazda's 46V Soul Red Crystal, as seen on this CX-5, often a quadcoat finish for multiple paint manufacturers, requires some additional color validation and preparation processes.
June 1, 2026
Paul Bostel
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May 28, 2026
Collision ProAssist
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May 19, 2026

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