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Designed from the inside out and taking advantage of an all-electric platform, Bentley EXP 100 GT reimagines the Grand Tourer for the world of 2035. This is a world of shared luxury experiences where passenger and driver enjoy equal status in their enjoyment of their extraordinary journeys. The cars’ presence and impressive exterior proportions are reminiscent of many of Bentley’s historic Grand Tourers but take these luxury hallmarks into the future. The result is a future vision commensurate with Bentley’s status
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“The Bentley EXP 100 GT represents the kind of cars we want to make in the future. Like those iconic Bentleys of the past, this car connects with its passengers’ emotions and helps them experience and safeguard the memories of the really extraordinary journeys they take.”
Stefan Sielaff Director of Design Future battery technology will offer five times the conventional energy density, and charging the Bentley EXP 100 GT to 80 per cent of capacity will take only 15 minutes.
100% organic leather-like textile from wine making; British Farmed Wool carpets and embroidered cotton interior surfaces which all create sustainable future luxury, adding to the enhanced reality of the grand touring car of the future. Luxury Beyond Mobility The Bentley EXP 100 GT’s sleek and muscular exterior explores the brand’s future design direction. It incorporates the company’s unmistakable DNA, remaining instantly recognisable as a Bentley. The famous R-Type Continental haunch at the rear, the round headlights that overlap the grille in a nod to the famous Bentley Blower and a long graceful body hint at famous models of yesteryear. However, this Bentley journeys into
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An intelligent future for Grand Touring Enhancing the occupants experience of their extraordinary journey in the Bentley EXP 100 GT is the Bentley Personal Assistant AI. This advanced, intelligent system defines the Grand Tourer of the future as it delivers a highly personalised experience to the passenger based on five distinct modes with individual characteristics: Enhance, Cocoon, Capture, Re-Live and Customise. Interaction with the AI is made through hand gestures made to the front or rear Cumbria Crystal interfaces that intuitively interpret the commands. Enhance harvests inputs from the outside environment, such as light, sound, smell and air quality, offering a holistic grand tour, and a feeling of open top motoring from under the glass canopy. Cocoon creates a protective space, including air purification and glass areas that turn opaque for privacy; while Capture records experiences from both inside and outside the car which become part of your car’s unique history. Re-Live replays highlights of your Grand Tour, while Customise combines elements of all the different modes and are individually selected by the driver or passenger. Sustainable Innovation – The Future of Bentley Bentley believes its approach to
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Gerber Parent Company COO: Drps Likely to Sync With OEM Networks By John Huetter Direct repair programs will probably more closely align to automaker collision repair networks — though they aren’t right now — the incoming CEO of Gerber Collision’s parent company predicted earlier this month. Asked on an Aug. 14 earnings call if the company’s experience with revenue shifting from lower-margin parts replacement dollars from higher-margin repair dollars was a function of OEM certifications, Boyd Group Chief Operating Officer
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Honda Announces New Passenger Front Airbag Design to Reduce Traffic Injuries & Fatalities in Wider Variety of Collisions Honda announced the development of an innovative new passenger front airbag technology designed to better protect occupants in a wide range of frontal collision scenarios, including angled crashes between vehicles or a vehicle and another object. Honda plans to begin applying its advanced airbag design to new products in the United States in 2020. Development and testing of the new airbag was led by engineers at Honda R&D Americas, Inc. in Ohio in partnership with Autoliv, one of the company's safety systems suppliers. The new design is based on Honda's commitment to developing technologies that better protect vehicle occupants in a wide range of crash scenarios. In 2017, upwards of 37,000 people lost their lives on U.S. roadways as a result of motor vehicle traffic crashes, a slight decrease from the previous two years, according to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). "This new airbag technology rep-
resents Honda's continuing effort to advance safety performance in a wider variety of crash scenarios and reflects the innovative thinking that our engineers are bringing to the challenge of reducing traffic injuries and fatalities," said Jim Keller, President of Honda R&D Americas, Inc. "Guided by Honda's ‘Safety for Everyone' commitment, our engineers recognize that their work on this type of breakthrough safety technology will have far-reaching effects on peoples' lives for many years to come." New Airbag Design Honda's next-generation airbag is designed to reduce the potential for injuries that can occur in a wider variety of frontal impacts. It is particularly beneficial in angled frontal impacts in which lateral collision forces can cause an occupant's head to rotate severely or slide off the airbag, increasing the chance of serious injury. Unlike conventional airbag systems that rely on a single inflatable compartment, the new system utilizes
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and resources, and we believe the Affiliation helps strengthen that connection in a meaningful way that can be shared with our members." In May, representatives of SCRS joined SCACAR and their sister association, the North Carolina Association of Collision & Autobody Repair, at the kickoff dinner for the Carolina’s Educational Collision Conference in Charlotte, NC. The dinner served as a way for tenured association leaders to share lessons learned in association development and the development and utilization of a strong volunteer base. "It's great to see members from all over the country who fight the same issues, and how they overcome them," added Josh Kent, Executive Director of both SCACAR and NCACAR. "From the content we receive from the association on a weekly basis, to the interactions both here locally and at the national meetings that we’ve attended, being able to
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State Farm,” said Steve Betley, CIECA’s chairman of the board. “His experience in project creation, contract negotiation and vehicle repair workflows will fit nicely into CIECA’s innovative plans for the future.” Weidmann is not new to CIECA. He joined the organization more than 10 years ago as a trustee, representing State Farm. Since then, he has held the positions of treasurer, vice-chair, and chairman of the board in 2008 and 2014, and has served on CIECA’s Board of Trustees. “I always tell people that CIECA standards streamline the transmission of data among companies, eliminating duplicate programming and minimizing the need for translators when a company works with multiple companies providing similar services,” said Weidmann. “This increases competition and allows
companies to use the best product for their needs with minimal programming.” As the interim executive director, Weidmann said his goal is to help CIECA expand its product offerings, increase the industry’s understanding of its purpose and streamline CIECA’s internal workflows to more efficiently serve its members. In addition to Weidmann’s many industry contributions, he is involved in his community. Currently, he is a member of the board of directors for Twin Cities School of Dance in Bloomington, Illinois. The search for a permanent executive director continues and is spearheaded by CIECA’s Nominating Committee, which is led by Roy Schnepper, owner of Butler’s Collision and a member of CIECA’s Board of Trustees.n
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Auto Repair Industry Faces Shake Up as Unprecedented Number of Shop Owners Plan on Retiring in Next Decade More than half of independent auto repair shop owners expect to retire in the next nine years, and the majority plan to sell their businesses, potentially leading to a wave of consolidation in the industry and leaving drivers in search of a reliable neighborhood shop. That's according to a new survey of shop owners conducted by BOLT ON TECHNOLOGY, a leading supplier of technology solutions to auto repair shops, and PTEN a major industry trade publication. The survey, which was administered by Paramount Research in June 2019, asked 36,000 repair shops nationwide about business concerns, technician training, use of and investment in technology and other related topics. The survey found that 30% of shop owners plan to retire within five years, and 22% plan retirement in six to nine years. Of those retiring, 52% said they plan to sell the business. One in four (26%) plan to pass the business on to a family member, and one in six (17%) indicated they planned to close the business entirely. If shop owners' retirement plans bear out, there could be a profound impact on how the industry services and repairs cars at a time when car owners are holding onto their vehicles for longer Shake Up Turn to Page 24
Among the survey's other findings: • Nearly half of the auto shop owners (49%) were 60 years of age or older. Another one in three (34%) were between 50 and 59 years old. • Three out of four respondents (75%) have been in the auto repair business for 30 years or more. • Another one in six (15%) indicated they ha between 20 and 29 years of experience. • Forty percent of respondents have owned their repair shop for 30 years or more. Another 26% have owned their shop between 20 and 29 years. • Nearly half of the respondents (46%) said they are using incentives to recruit or retain technicians. These included cash bonuses, weekends off, commissions and profit sharing. • Most shops require formal training of their technicians, with 55% requiring recurrent training every 1-3 years. Ongoing certification is required every 1-3 years among 47% of shop owners. • More than seven in 10 respondents plan to invest in diagnostic tools and equipment (78%) and/or training (71%) in the next 12 months. • Approximately half of the respondents (49%) predict that 2019 sales will increase relative to 2018. Four in 10 (39%) said they expect sales to remain unchanged from 2018. Only 11% expected a decrease in sales.
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Ford's Midsize Pickup Ranger Return in 2019 Ford Ranger return – a midsize pickup engineered Built Ford Tough, ready for adventure and packed with driver-assist technologies to enable easier driving both on and off-road. Anchored by a high-strength steel frame and powered by a 2.3-liter EcoBoost® paired to an efficient 10-speed automatic, the all-new Ranger is available in either SuperCab or SuperCrew configuration. It can be optioned with 4x2 or 4x4, and comes in three trim levels – XL, XLT and Lariat. Chrome and Sport Appearance Packages are available. Ranger’s muscular body features a high beltline, while a raked grille and windshield lend an athletic appearance and aid in aerodynamics and reduced wind noise. Short overhangs mean better approach and departure angles offroad. Available FX4 Off-Road Package features off-road-tuned suspension, all-terrain tires, framemounted heavygauge steel front bash plate and skid plates, rear locking differential, innovative Terrain Management System™ with four distinct drive modes and Trail Control™. Ranger makes for a great piece of off-road gear, but it also gets work done on the pavement. Its rugged steel bumper with available integrated trailer hitch receiver means towing campers, ATVs or watercraft is a breeze. Technology comes built-in, starting with an 8-inch touch screen for available SYNC® 3, while a single or dual LCD productivity screen is available for real-time vehicle, navigation and audio information. Ranger has standard Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking. A LaneKeeping System that includes lanekeeping assist, lane-departure warning, reverse sensing and class-exclusive Blind Spot Information System with trailer coverage is standard on XLT and Lariat. Adaptive Cruise Control is standard on Lariat. The new Ranger FX2 Package as another choice for customers who want off-road styling and capability in a two-wheel-drive offering. “FX2 expands Ranger’s options for customers who want tough, offroad style with the functionality of
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HyundAI IoniQ Offers Three Powertain Choices The Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid and other models offer a sleek, aerodynamic silhouette with an industry-leading 0.24 Cd derived from carefully designed surfaces. The Ioniq employs efficiency and technology in its design to create both a unique and forward-looking appearance. Throughout the entire development phase, engineers and designers worked closely to ensure that form and function evolved simultaneously in a complementary fashion. Its fluid exterior shape and smooth air flow channels emphasize aerodynamic body lines and design forms. Developed for high energy efficiency without compromising driving performance, every Ioniq powertrain represents a unique and uncompromising solution towards a cleaner means of mobility. The Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid provides an all-electric range of more than 29 miles, 119 MPGe in EV mode and 52 MPG in hybrid mode based on EPA estimates, powered by a potent 8.9 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery. The Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid features a new Kappa 1.6L direct-injected Atkinson-cycle four-cylinder engine with an unsurpassed thermal efficiency of 40 percent and delivering an estimated 104 horsepower and an estimated 109 lb.-ft. of torque. This engine has been specifically tailored to the hybrid application and is combined with a quick-shifting six-speed double-clutch transmission – differentiating Ioniq from its key competitors with a more dynamic and engaging driving experience. The Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid’s estimated 45kW (60 horsepower) electric motor is coupled with a 1.6-liter directinjected Atkinson four-cylinder Kappa engine. The high-efficiency electric motor can operate at speeds up to 75 MPH and delivers instantaneous torque at low speeds, with available power-assist at higher vehicle speeds. The Ioniq Hybrid’s electric motor delivers an estimated 32 kW (43 horsepower) with an estimated maximum torque of 125 lb.-ft., powered by a lithiumion polymer battery with 1.56 kWh capacity. The battery is efficiently positioned under the rear passenger seats. In combination with the 1.6-liter direct-injected engine, Ioniq Hybrid offers a total system output of 139 horsepower while providing low emissions, outstanding efficiency and
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The interior of Ioniq captures the model’s futuristic qualities, with a ‘Purified High-tech’ design concept. A smooth, elegant and clutter-free theme and efficient use of interior space complements a logical, structured approach applied to the layout of controls for intuitive operation. Materials for the interior were chosen with an ecologically-sensitive focus The Ioniq Electric has an EPA-estimated 136 MPGe rating, the highest efficiency rating of any electric vehicle sold in the U.S. market. Further, the powertrain components were designed to be compact and highly efficient. The combined extra weight of the Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid technolIoniq Please Turn to Page 34 www.IneedOEMparts.com
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Youth Automotive Training Center Graduates Its 750th Student The Youth Automotive Training Center (YATC), a unique nine-month automotive training program which provides intensive instruction and hands-on training in automotive theory and practical skills, recently graduated its 750th student as part of the Class of 2019. Established by automotive legend and JM Family Enterprises founder Jim Moran in 1984, YATC’s mission is to train and educate at-risk youth in basic automotive repair skills, academic remediation, job readiness and life management skills. The goal of this program is to prepare at-risk young adults to become self-sufficient, productive, law-abiding citizens. “YATC taught me that family is more than just blood,” said 22-yearold Martin Baena, a 2019 graduate who was recognized during the ceremony. “If Mr. Moran were still here today, which he is in all of our hearts, I would thank him for the second chance that nobody else would have given me.” Equally valuable to automotive training, the school provides emotional support from the caring staff — three of whom are YATC graduates — and imparts educational and practical life skills. Guided by educators and volunteer tutors from the community, eight of this year’s graduates
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Gerber From Page 9 program. “We really haven’t seen that yet,” O’Day said. “But I would anticipate that that will occur over time.” The company also made some other interesting DRP-related comments during the earnings call, and the perspective from the nation’s No. 2 collision chain might help both DRP and non-DRP shops plan their own individual business strategies. Caliber: Asked if the Caliber-ABRA merger had impacted the company’s relationships with insurers or if Boyd had seen resistance to large mergers, Bulbuck said “no, not at all.” He said Boyd really hadn’t seen “any huge impact” from the combination of the two large rivals into a more than 1,000-shop chain. The new Caliber is still a competitor, primarily for labor and acquisitions, Bulbuck said. However, his company hadn’t “necessarily bumped up against” Caliber during Boyd’s pursuit of acquisition targets except in some instances, according to Bulbuck. “Nothing structural” regarding custom-
ers or insurance had occurred, he said. An analyst later asked if Boyd had gotten a “free rider” on renegotiated procurement deals tied to consolidation — likely a reference at least in part to increased Caliber clout. Bulbuck said Boyd hadn’t seen any structural changes there either. A similar perspective was shared by LKQ in its first-quarter 2019 earnings call. “They already get our largest discounts, if you will,” CEO Nick Zarcone said of Caliber and ABRA, whom he at the time called among the company’s top 3-4 customers. “We don’t anticipate any major changes there,” he said. DRPs and large MSOs: Asked if anything had changed structurally for Boyd, given that its results defied collision trends of lower frequency, Bulbuck said the only structural factor was the trend of consolidation affecting the entire industry. “We continue to see additional insurance clients look to establish tiers of direct repair programs that’re available only to large MSOs,” he said. “And we continue to see opportunity in that regard.”
Chief Financial Officer Narendra “Pat” Pathipati said the increase of technology on vehicles would yield an expectation “from clients to meet those requirements.” This is a positive for a company like Boyd, which can afford the capital for scanning, calibration, OEM certifications and specialty repair gear, he said. Consent decree: An analyst asked if the Department of Justice’s plan to end the 1963 Consent Decree restricting certain auto insurance practices would affect Boyd’s traffic or pricing, Bulbuck said that as he understood it, direct repair program opponents “were hanging their argument on” the 1963 document. He said his take was that a rollback or termination of the consent decree “really takes away another argument of the opponents of direct repair program.” O’Day said his understanding was that the DOJ had considered ending the decree because “it really wasn’t necessary anymore.” This shouldn’t impact Boyd, he said.n Copyright © 2019. DRIVEN COMMUNICATIONS INC. All Rights
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umes. A sporty, hatchback-like profile is inspired by aerodynamic efficiency, complementing the soft lines and surfaces that trace the car’s outline. These attributes combine to boost aerodynamics further, which, when combined with various other smart efficiency solutions, produce an industry-leading 0.24 coefficient of drag. In addition to Ioniq aerodynamics, further design details distinguish the Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid and Electric models from one another, creating unique identities. In keeping with its exterior, the interior of Ioniq captures the model’s futuristic qualities, with a ‘Purified High-tech’ design concept. A smooth, elegant and clutterfree theme and efficient use of interior space complements a logical, structured approach applied to the layout of controls for intuitive operation. Materials for the interior were chosen with an ecologicallysensitive focus and are used to create a simple and clean look throughout the car, giving the interior a sleek, light and purified feel. The driver and passenger of the Electric model will also notice that there is more room between the front seats. This
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is achieved via a shift-by-wire push-button drive selector free of mechanical linkage. The Ioniq also features an electronic parking brake (EPB), conserving space in the center console. A key characteristic of the Ioniq is its innovative use of recycled or ecologicallysensitive materials. The interior door covers are made of plastic combined with powdered wood and volcanic stone while providing the same quality appearance of typical plastic-based materials. Raw materials extracted from sugar cane are partly applied on the headliner and carpet. Paint with renewable ingredients extracted from soybean oil is used to achieve lustrous metallic colors on key components. Hyundai is also working with ChargePoint® to further enhance the Ioniq Electric and Plug-in Hybrid ownership experience. ChargePoint has the world’s largest electric vehicle charging network with more than 32,000 locations at which to charge, including more than 400 Express DC fast-charging sites. ChargePoint locations are rapidly expanding, with customer ease of use as a primary goal at every location.n www.IneedOEMparts.com
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