New automotive technologies require significant capital and training investments by collision centers to stay in the game and remain competitive. Notable recent changes include aluminum repairs, ADAS scanning and calibration, and now, electric vehicles (EVs). This is in addition to the ongoing list of investments for spot welders, prep stations, upgraded paint booths, OE certification requirements, and the like. The need for training and skills development is continuous and affects every aspect of the business from damage appraisal, to ADAS scanning and calibrations, to new refinish processes. Most collision center owners and managers will need to make choices on which investments will generate a sufficient return. EVs are an extremely small part of today’s collision repair market. However, OEs are making plans to dramatically increase the number of EVs on the road during this decade and next. It is time for collision center owners and managers to determine to what degree they plan to compete for this business. In this month’s IMPACT Collision Solutions, we will briefly touch one a few things to consider when deciding whether or when to invest in the capabilities needed for EV repairs.
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