Damaged Vehicles Donated for Collision Repair Education

July 10, 2023
CREF has partnered with Audi of America and Volkswagen of America to donate 78 vehicles to collision repair education programs nationwide.

The Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) has partnered with Audi of America and Volkswagen of America to donate 78 vehicles to collision repair education programs nationwide, according to a press release.

The donated vehicles were determined unfit for sale after they had been damaged during shipping. After being evaluated by employees from Audi and Volkswagen, it was determined that since the vehicles were still functioning and intact, they could still serve a purpose.

After months of planning between Audi and Volkswagen employees, CREF, and schools, the conclusion was reached of donating the vehicles to collision repair programs across the country.

The vehicles vary from large SUVs such as the Audi Q7 to smaller cars like the Audi A3, as well as hybrid and electric vehicles like the Volkswagen ID.4 and the Audi e-tron.

States across the nation received donations, including schools in Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. Representatives with Audi and Volkswagen also put schools in contact with local dealerships and collision centers to provide added support and guidance for the programs.

Following the vehicles’ time in the classroom, the vehicles will be donated to local first responders to be utilized for further training.

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