AUTO BODY REPAIR TECHNOLOGY, Sixth Edition, features extensive new and updated material reflecting the latest automotive technology and current industry best practices. In addition to incorporating current ASE Education Foundation Collision Repair and Refinish Program Standards and Task Lists, this market-leading book provides detailed information on working with hybrid and electric vehicles, using environmentally friendly water-based paints, and other cutting-edge methods and materials. Celebrated for its clear, reader-friendly explanations and detailed, accurate information, this proven guide also includes abundant full-color photos and illustrations to make even complex concepts easier to understand and apply. Available supplements include a tech manual with shop assignments and job sheets, as well as interactive online resources ideal for today’s learners. Providing comprehensive coverage of collision repair—from initial evaluation and estimating, to structural and mechanical repairs, to repainting and refinishing—this trusted guide helps you quickly and confidently learn the skills and procedures you need to succeed as a professional automotive technician. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

The industry-leading textbook for collision repair and refinishing is now updated to the NATEF 2006 Collision Repair and Refinish Program Standards. Written with clearer explanations and more detail than any other collision repair learning tool on the market, Auto Body Repair Technology, Fifth Edition delves into all aspects of collision repair, from initial collision evaluation, to estimating, to final paint detailing. And because the book is written by a leading author in the auto body field, readers will feel confident that they are learning skills and procedures that incorporate the latest advances in materials and methods. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

This highly engaging DVD training series features the most up-to-date content and latest technologies for all aspects of collision repair, including structural and non-structural repair as well as refinishing. Both the theoretical and practical aspects of auto body repair technology are detailed, preparing viewers for what it takes to be a successful auto body repair technician. Safe work techniques are stressed throughout and uphold the importance of following procedures as shown to ensure a secure repair environment.

This highly engaging DVD training series features the most up-to-date content and latest technologies for all aspects of collision repair, including structural and non-structural repair as well as refinishing. Both the theoretical and practical aspects of auto body repair technology are detailed, preparing viewers for what it takes to be a successful auto body repair technician or shop manager. Safe work techniques are stressed throughout, and uphold the importance of following procedures as shown to ensure a secure repair environment.

This highly engaging DVD training series features the most up-to-date content and latest technologies for all aspects of collision repair, including structural and non-structural repair as well as refinishing. Both the theoretical and practical aspects of auto body repair technology are detailed, preparing viewers for what it takes to be a successful auto body repair technician. Safe work techniques are stressed throughout and uphold the importance of following procedures as shown to ensure a secure repair environment.

Step-by-step projects cover the latest information on panel adhesives, improved repair strategies, unibody vehicles, media blasting, panel overhaul and replacement, and tools and techniques for water-based paint products.