Repairability Technical Support (RTS)
This repair information highway offers OEM search tools, best practices, technical articles, and real-time answers to collision repair questions via Ask I-CAR.
Collision Repair Industry Protocol
A training framework developed and maintained through industry collaboration that documents the knowledge and skills body shop and insurance collision repair professionals need.
I-CAR raised the bar on itself, becoming the only collision repair organization to achieve this coveted, international accreditation for continuing education providers.
Powered by I-CAR, this neutral, online body shop locator helps consumers find Gold Class locations based on vehicle make/model or insurance network.
Guided by a Vision to Support Every
The I-CAR Vision is that EVERY person in the collision repair industry has the information, knowledge and skills required to perform complete, safe and quality repairs for the ultimate benefit of the consumer.
Collaboration
I-CAR was founded for the industry by the industry, and collaboration is vital to our curriculum, credentialing and resources.
I-CAR's curriculum and credentialing enables repair shops to participate in OEM and insurance Collision Repair Networks (CRNs).
The Sustaining Partner program strengthens the inter-industry by providing them with access to relevant training for every automotive collision repair professional.
The I-CAR Industry Training Alliance recognizes accomplishments and certifications that are completed through approved training providers.
Why I-CAR
Technical Tsunami™
If you're not training on new technologies and materials, you're falling behind.
Business Performance
Improve cycle time, touch time, CSI score, supplement frequency … and more.
Risk Reduction
Protect your customers and reduce potential liability issues. It’s all in the training.
Career Development
Offer more opportunities to succeed and watch employee loyalty grow.
Recognition
Show your commitment to complete, safe and quality repairs with Gold Class and Platinum recognition.
9,000+
Gold Class Shops
Gold Class recognition provides auto body repair shops and insurance organizations with a training path that contributes to better performance and reduced risk.
35,000+
Platinum Individuals
For collision repair professionals with goals to excel in their career, Platinum recognition can be achieved and maintained upon completion of role-relevant training paths.
Over 300 Courses
A robust, continually updated portfolio of collision repair education programs delivered online, live, virtually and in-shop, including Vehicle and Technology Specific Training.
Get Started with I-CAR
Enhance your knowledge and accelerate your career. Start training today.
Recognizing Existing
Knowledge
I-CAR will upload Industry Training Alliance course credits into your account.
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Educational Journey
Choose a learning path or browse the course catalog and add courses to your account.
Join I-CAR's Community of Instructors and Volunteers
I-CAR is a way of life for our instructors and volunteers. Share your passion for collision repair and a sense of urgency to keep our industry ahead of changing technology.