OEM Certification

Why does OEM certification matter in collision repair?

As experts in collision repair, we understand the differences between makes, models and manufacturers better than most. We ensure our centers and technicians are well versed and up to date on Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) certifications so your vehicle is repaired right the first time, exactly as the automaker intended. OEM certification is OEM certified collision repairs are just one more way we’re committed to Restoring the Rhythm of Your Life®.

Benefits of OEM Certified Repair

High Standards

Who has higher standards than the manufacturer? When our expert technicians perform OEM certified repairs, they utilize OEM-approved procedures and state-of-the-art equipment to make sure your vehicle meets or exceeds the high standards put in place by your vehicle’s manufacturer.

Expertise

OEM certifications signify the experience and know-how of our technicians, and the trust vehicle manufacturers have in our centers. Together with industry-leading training and state-of-the-art equipment and facilities,OEM certifications mean our expert techs will repair your vehicle right the first time, every time.

Safety

Modern vehicles are finely tuned machines built around a network of computers, cameras and sensors. If even one of those parts isn’t put back in just the right way, your vehicle’s safety systems could be compromised. Proper collision repair that meets OEM specification doesn’t just keep your vehicle running smoothly; it keeps you and your family safe on the road.

Maintain Resale

Your vehicle is a major investment, and we want to help you maintain the value of that investment in the event of a collision. Beyond the color of the paint and the shape of the bumper, OEM collision repair with parts and procedures directly from the manufacturer can help you maintain the resale value.

Specialized Repairs

Top-of-the-line vehicles require specialized repairs with OEM-approved equipment. Our expert technicians under go rigorous training and OEM certification to know how to repair your high-end vehicle and what tools to use.

Warranty

We stand behind all our collision repairs on every vehicle with a written limited lifetime warranty.

Audi Certified Training & Expertise

It isn’t easy to become an Audi-authorized collision repair shop. With an average of 80 hours of training every year to maintain the high standards of certification, as well as the usage of Audi-approved tools and parts, our expert technicians know your vehicle inside and out. They are even qualified to repair the Audi ASF® aluminum construction that makes your vehicle so unique.

Types of Certifications

The two industry-leading categories of collision repair certifications are I-CAR and OEM. Together, these two certifications cover decades of best practices and continuously updated cutting-edge understandings for collision repairs of all vehicles produced by major manufacturers.

I-CAR

Since 1979, I-CAR has collaborated with all major automotive repair industries and manufacturers to become the industry standard for collision repair training and certifications. As an international non-profit organization and certifying body, they provide resources and skills-based learnings to educate collision repair technicians across the globe.

OEM

Original Equipment Manufacturers offer their own certifications to authorize shops and technicians that repair their vehicles to exact specifications. Because these manufacturers value quality, these certifications allow them to ensure the continued quality of their vehicle as well as the validity of the vehicle’s warranty.

Our OEM Certifications

*Certifications vary by location. Refer to location pages for specific shop certifications.

OEM Certification