• 10Jan2026
    New Car Sales in Europe Fall 3.5% YoY in January 2026, Sharp Drop For Traditi...
    Global Automotive Repair & Services Market Surges, Poised For Strong Growth Over The Next Decade

    A report released by Allied Market Research highlights several key drivers behind this growth: The continuous rise in the global vehicle population, especially in emerging markets; Longer average vehicle lifespans, increasing demand for regular maintenance, part replacement, and repairs; Growing vehicle complexity (EVs, hybrids, electronic control systems), which raises demand for advanced repair services; The […]

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  • 07Jan2026
    New Car Sales in Europe Fall 3.5% YoY in January 2026, Sharp Drop For Traditi...
    AI-Driven Dent Detection Tools Drive Technological Innovation in PDR

    For example, Elscope Vision has introduced an AI-based image analysis system capable of automatically detecting dents caused by hail or minor impacts. The system generates detailed reports outlining dent locations, dimensions, and quantities, enabling insurance adjusters and PDR technicians to quickly confirm damage and provide accurate repair estimates. Source: elscopevision.com Impact  ⚡ Improved Damage Assessment […]

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  • 05Jan2026
    New Car Sales in Europe Fall 3.5% YoY in January 2026, Sharp Drop For Traditi...
    Auto Repair Shops Add Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) As A New Revenue Stream

    According to autobodynews.com, minor vehicle dents often do not require full bodywork and repainting. PDR offers a low-cost, fast-turnaround solution, with some repairs completed in as little as a few dozen minutes. As a result, more collision repair and body shops are integrating PDR into their service portfolios, bundling it with tire services, detailing, and […]

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  • 02Jan2026
    New Car Sales in Europe Fall 3.5% YoY in January 2026, Sharp Drop For Traditi...
    Precision in Repair: TÜV And DEKRA Launch Official PDR Technician Certification

    The certification program is highly rigorous, requiring hundreds of hours of theoretical training covering materials science, vehicle body mechanics, and paint systems, combined with extensive hands-on practice. Technicians must pass multiple examinations. Repaired panels are tested using precision instruments measuring paint thickness, hardness, gloss, and color deviation to ensure the result is not only visually […]

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  • 30Déc2025
    New Car Sales in Europe Fall 3.5% YoY in January 2026, Sharp Drop For Traditi...
    Glue Pulling And Advanced PDR Techniques Are Expanding Vehicle Repairability

    At a technical session during the 2025 SEMA automotive aftermarket exhibition, experts from KECO Body Repair Products emphasized how glue pulling-when combined with traditional PDR methods-can address dents caused by minor collisions, hail damage, and shallow panel deformation. The technique uses specially designed glue tabs, bridges, and pulling tools to draw dents outward from the […]

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  • 27Déc2025
    New Car Sales in Europe Fall 3.5% YoY in January 2026, Sharp Drop For Traditi...
    Global Paintless Dent Repair (PDR) Market Expected To Reach Nearly USD 2 Billion By 2025

    The report highlights that PDR services include both traditional workshop repairs and mobile/on-site repair services, mainly applied to dents caused by hail damage, minor collisions, and parking-related impacts. Key growth drivers include: Rising consumer demand for fast and cost-effective repair solutions Continuous growth in global vehicle ownership, leading to more minor body damage incidents Insurance […]

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