HERNDON, Va., June 29, 2010-Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced
a VW-Certified Collision Repair Facility program for U.S.
dealer-affiliated and independent body shops. This program provides
VW-certification for collision repair facilities performing repairs in
accordance with Volkswagen’s high safety standards and specifications.
“Volkswagen is excited to partner with both dealer-affiliated and
independent collision repair facilities to increase repair quality and
customer satisfaction with the Volkswagen brand,” said Matthew
McCauley, Collision Program Manager for Volkswagen of America. “This
program benefits Volkswagen owners by providing the peace of mind that
comes from knowing that when a vehicle is involved in a collision,
VW-Certified Collision Repair Facilities will maintain the brand’s
safety standards and specifications.”
Volkswagen conducted a pilot with a group of fifteen repair facilities
to maximize program benefits for body shops before launching the
program nationally.
Technicians at Volkswagen Certified Collision Repair Facilities must
undergo training in the proper use of the factory-approved repair
equipment, tools, and technologies to meet Volkswagen’s exact safety
standards and specifications. (more…)
