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Certified Collision Group
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Certified Collision Group
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certifiedcg.com
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Private
Founded yearint
2014
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Operating
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11–50
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HeadquartersReno, United States
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Reno
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United States
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North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices1 record

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City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
collision repair network, membership network services, OEM certification support, preferred vendor program, insurance DRP programs
Industry3 codes
1Auto Body Collision Repair (Cars & Light Trucks)
CodeTLAKAEAAPrimaryYes
2Insurance Claims & Direct Repair Programs (DRP) / Estimating Services
CodeTLAKAEALPrimaryNo
3General Automotive Repair & Maintenance
CodeTLAKAAAAPrimaryNo
NAICS code2 codes
  • Other Automotive Repair and Maintenance81119
  • General Automotive Repair811111
SIC code2 codes
  • Services-Membership Organizations8600
  • Services-Miscellaneous Repair Services7600
Product category
Collision Repair Network Services
Social media profiles1 record
GTM motion1 record

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Type, Description, Source

Revenue model1 record
1Subscription-Based Membership Fees
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

CCG generates revenue through subscription-based membership fees from independent collision repair shops. The membership network provides access to insurance programs, OEM certification support, performance management consulting, and vendor rebate programs. During Incline Equity's ownership, revenue more than doubled through organic growth and two strategic acquisitions.

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Marketing channels4 records

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Cost components4 values
Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Operations
Pricing details1 tier
1Membership subscription for independent collision repair shops
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

Subscription-based membership network - specific pricing tiers not publicly disclosed. Members gain access to insurance programs, OEM certification support, performance management, and vendor rebate programs.

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GTM typeB2B
B2B
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Services
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Certified Collision Group operates a subscription-based membership network for independent collision repair facilities across North America. Affiliates gain access to insurance DRP programs, OEM certification support, performance management consulting, and vendor rebate programs through a Preferred Vendor Program with 50+ strategic partners. The company's mission is to level the competitive playing field for independent repair operators against national chains and consolidators while preserving their brand independence.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Quantifiable outcome1 of 3 values shown
  • 95% annual affiliate return rate
+2 more records
Product overview1 text field

Certified Collision Group operates as a subscription-based membership network platform for independent collision repair facilities. The core offering is the CCG Membership Network, which provides affiliates access to insurance programs, OEM certification support, performance management consulting, and vendor rebate programs. This core platform is enhanced by several modules including the Preferred Vendor Program (PVP) with 50+ strategic vendor partners, the Procurement Services Group for enhanced purchasing power, Performance Management & KPI Benchmarking tools, Insurance Services/DRP Support, and OE Certification Support. The company also developed a proprietary data platform to enhance purchasing visibility for affiliates and vendor partners. The network has expanded to over 1,000 affiliated repair shops across all 50 U.S. states and Canada.

Product and service5 records
1CCG Membership Network
CategoryMembership Network
Description

Subscription-based membership network for independent collision repair facilities providing access to insurance DRP programs, OEM certification support, performance management consulting, and vendor rebate programs across all 50 U.S. states and Canada. Over 1,000 affiliated shops are members.

2Preferred Vendor Program (PVP)
CategoryVendor Partnership Program
Description

National preferred vendor program offering over 50 strategic vendor partnerships that provide substantial discounts and rebates to CCG affiliates, including products, services, and equipment from vendors such as AkzoNobel, 3M, BASF, PPG, Enterprise, LKQ, Norton/Saint-Gobain, Car-O-Liner, Chief, Hunter Engineering, and I-CAR.

3Procurement Services Group
CategoryProcurement Services
Description

Centralized procurement service partnering with strategic vendors to help affiliates drive operating efficiencies, profitability, and stability through competitive pricing and access to rebates unattainable by solo operators.

4Proprietary Data Platform
CategoryPerformance Management Technology
Description

Proprietary data platform developed to enhance purchasing visibility for member shops and vendor partners, supporting KPI performance tracking and business intelligence across the affiliate network.

5Square One Systems / Coyote Vision Group Performance Platforms
CategoryPerformance Platforms
Description

Performance platforms and innovative solutions for independent collision repair centers, supporting shop process improvements and financial benchmarking across CCG affiliates following the April 2024 acquisition.

Scale indicator5 records

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Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership2 partners
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2017-04-03
Description

Strategic alliance formed in April 2017 between CCG and AkzoNobel to identify and support performance-driven, OEM-certified independent collision repair businesses. AkzoNobel professionals refer market performance leaders that will benefit from CCG's multiple value channels. Both organizations work together to help qualifying repairers achieve DRP relationships and economies of scale through CCG's national network.

250+ Vendor Partners (Preferred Vendor Program)
Strategic tierCoreTypeChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor
Description

CCG's Procurement Services Group partners with 50+ strategic vendors including AkzoNobel, 3M, BASF, PPG, Enterprise, LKQ, Norton/Saint-Gobain, Car-O-Liner, Chief, Hunter Engineering, I-CAR, and others. These vendor partners provide substantial discounts and rebates to CCG affiliates, offering products, services, and equipment to enhance independent collision repair operators.

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Recent move9 records

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Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight6 records

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Type, Description

Peers10 records
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

A national MSO chain of collision repair centers. Functions as one of the consolidators CCG's affiliates compete against in DRP and OEM-certified repair markets.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

A rapidly growing national MSO in collision repair. As one of the consolidators absorbing independent shops, it is both a competitor for talent/affiliates and a structural driver of CCG's value proposition.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Parent company of CARSTAR and a major North American collision repair consolidator. Operates both franchised and company-owned repair networks, competing for DRP and OEM-certified work that CCG affiliates target.

TypeOthers
Description

A leading software and data platform for the collision repair and insurance ecosystem. Overlaps with CCG's emerging data platform ambitions and represents a potential partner or competitor in digital services for repair shops.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

The largest U.S. multi-site operator (MSO) in collision repair. CCG explicitly positions itself as helping independents compete against Caliber-style consolidators, making it a direct strategic counterparty.

TypeOthers
Description

The industry's leading training and certification organization for collision repair. CCG affiliates pursue I-CAR Gold status as a membership requirement, making I-CAR a key ecosystem partner rather than a direct competitor.

TypeDirect peer
Description

A franchised collision repair network in North America (part of Boyd Group Services). Competes for the same independent-operator audience but uses a franchise model rather than a non-intrusive membership structure.

TypeDirect peer
Description

A membership-based OEM certification network for independent collision repair shops. Operates a similar non-franchise affiliate model focused on certifying and supporting independents, making it the closest comparable to CCG's network structure.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

A long-standing franchised auto body and paint network. Targets a similar SMB operator base and competes for budget-conscious repair and refinish customers.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

A multi-site collision repair operator serving as another consolidator that CCG's independent affiliates compete against in DRP steering.

Market position
Strengths5 records

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Weaknesses5 records

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Competitive moat6 records

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Key risks6 records

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Key highlights7 records

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Named customers3 records

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Segment1 record

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Ideal customer profile1 record

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Has app

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Profiles10 records

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Subsidiaries2 records

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Funding rounds2 records

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Investors1 record

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Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A2 records

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M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Certified Collision Group

Collision Repair Network Servicescertifiedcg.com

Certified Collision Group firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Certified Collision Group
Legal name
Certified Collision Group
Website
https://certifiedcg.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
2014
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
11–50 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Certified Collision Group industry classification

Industry
Product category
Collision Repair Network Services
NAICS
Other Automotive Repair and Maintenance (81119), General Automotive Repair (811111)
SIC
Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Miscellaneous Repair Services (7600)
akta.pro primary industry
Auto Body Collision Repair (Cars & Light Trucks) (TLAKAEAA)
akta.pro secondary industries
Insurance Claims & Direct Repair Programs (DRP) / Estimating Services (TLAKAEAL), General Automotive Repair & Maintenance (TLAKAAAA)

Keywords

  • Collision repair network
  • Membership network services
  • OEM certification support
  • Preferred vendor program
  • Insurance DRP programs

Where Certified Collision Group is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Reno
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

Certified Collision Group business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Operations

Revenue model

  1. Subscription-Based Membership Fees: CCG generates revenue through subscription-based membership fees from independent collision repair shops. The membership network provides access to insurance programs, OEM certification support, performance management consulting, and vendor rebate programs. During Incline Equity's ownership, revenue more than doubled through organic growth and two strategic acquisitions.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
SubscriptionAnnualMembership subscription for independent collision repair shops

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Certified Collision Group product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Certified Collision Group operates a subscription-based membership network for independent collision repair facilities across North America. Affiliates gain access to insurance DRP programs, OEM certification support, performance management consulting, and vendor rebate programs through a Preferred Vendor Program with 50+ strategic partners. The company's mission is to level the competitive playing field for independent repair operators against national chains and consolidators while preserving their brand independence.

Product overview

Certified Collision Group operates as a subscription-based membership network platform for independent collision repair facilities. The core offering is the CCG Membership Network, which provides affiliates access to insurance programs, OEM certification support, performance management consulting, and vendor rebate programs. This core platform is enhanced by several modules including the Preferred Vendor Program (PVP) with 50+ strategic vendor partners, the Procurement Services Group for enhanced purchasing power, Performance Management & KPI Benchmarking tools, Insurance Services/DRP Support, and OE Certification Support. The company also developed a proprietary data platform to enhance purchasing visibility for affiliates and vendor partners. The network has expanded to over 1,000 affiliated repair shops across all 50 U.S. states and Canada.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • CCG Membership Network Subscription-based membership network for independent collision repair facilities providing access to insurance DRP programs, OEM certification support, performance management consulting, and vendor rebate programs across all 50 U.S. states and Canada. Over 1,000 affiliated shops are members.
  • Preferred Vendor Program (PVP) National preferred vendor program offering over 50 strategic vendor partnerships that provide substantial discounts and rebates to CCG affiliates, including products, services, and equipment from vendors such as AkzoNobel, 3M, BASF, PPG, Enterprise, LKQ, Norton/Saint-Gobain, Car-O-Liner, Chief, Hunter Engineering, and I-CAR.
  • Procurement Services Group Centralized procurement service partnering with strategic vendors to help affiliates drive operating efficiencies, profitability, and stability through competitive pricing and access to rebates unattainable by solo operators.
  • Proprietary Data Platform Proprietary data platform developed to enhance purchasing visibility for member shops and vendor partners, supporting KPI performance tracking and business intelligence across the affiliate network.
  • Square One Systems / Coyote Vision Group Performance Platforms Performance platforms and innovative solutions for independent collision repair centers, supporting shop process improvements and financial benchmarking across CCG affiliates following the April 2024 acquisition.

Quantifiable outcome

  • 95% annual affiliate return rate
  • +2 more outcomes

Companies that use Certified Collision Group

Customer profile

Named customers3 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Certified Collision Group technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Certified Collision Group partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

  • AkzoNobelcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 April 2017Strategic alliance formed in April 2017 between CCG and AkzoNobel to identify and support performance-driven, OEM-certified independent collision repair businesses. AkzoNobel professionals refer market performance leaders that will benefit from CCG's multiple value channels. Both organizations work together to help qualifying repairers achieve DRP relationships and economies of scale through CCG's national network.
  • 50+ Vendor Partners (Preferred Vendor Program)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCCG's Procurement Services Group partners with 50+ strategic vendors including AkzoNobel, 3M, BASF, PPG, Enterprise, LKQ, Norton/Saint-Gobain, Car-O-Liner, Chief, Hunter Engineering, I-CAR, and others. These vendor partners provide substantial discounts and rebates to CCG affiliates, offering products, services, and equipment to enhance independent collision repair operators.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Certified Collision Group competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Broad incumbents

  • Service King Collision: A national MSO chain of collision repair centers. Functions as one of the consolidators CCG's affiliates compete against in DRP and OEM-certified repair markets.
  • Crash Champions: A rapidly growing national MSO in collision repair. As one of the consolidators absorbing independent shops, it is both a competitor for talent/affiliates and a structural driver of CCG's value proposition.
  • Boyd Group Services: Parent company of CARSTAR and a major North American collision repair consolidator. Operates both franchised and company-owned repair networks, competing for DRP and OEM-certified work that CCG affiliates target.
  • Caliber Collision: The largest U.S. multi-site operator (MSO) in collision repair. CCG explicitly positions itself as helping independents compete against Caliber-style consolidators, making it a direct strategic counterparty.
  • Maaco: A long-standing franchised auto body and paint network. Targets a similar SMB operator base and competes for budget-conscious repair and refinish customers.
  • Abra Auto Body & Glass: A multi-site collision repair operator serving as another consolidator that CCG's independent affiliates compete against in DRP steering.

Others

  • CCC Intelligent Solutions: A leading software and data platform for the collision repair and insurance ecosystem. Overlaps with CCG's emerging data platform ambitions and represents a potential partner or competitor in digital services for repair shops.
  • I-CAR: The industry's leading training and certification organization for collision repair. CCG affiliates pursue I-CAR Gold status as a membership requirement, making I-CAR a key ecosystem partner rather than a direct competitor.

Direct peers

  • CARSTAR: A franchised collision repair network in North America (part of Boyd Group Services). Competes for the same independent-operator audience but uses a franchise model rather than a non-intrusive membership structure.
  • Assured Performance: A membership-based OEM certification network for independent collision repair shops. Operates a similar non-franchise affiliate model focused on certifying and supporting independents, making it the closest comparable to CCG's network structure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Certified Collision Group social profiles

Digital presence

Certified Collision Group financial estimates

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Certified Collision Group leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Certified Collision Group subsidiaries and ownership

Company hierarchy

Subsidiaries2 records

Certified Collision Group funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors1 record

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Certified Collision Group M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A2 records

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Certified Collision Group

What does Certified Collision Group do?

Certified Collision Group operates a subscription-based membership network for independent collision repair facilities across North America. Affiliates gain access to insurance DRP programs, OEM certification support, performance management consulting, and vendor rebate programs through a Preferred Vendor Program with 50+ strategic partners. The company's mission is to level the competitive playing field for independent repair operators against national chains and consolidators while preserving their brand independence.

Is Certified Collision Group a public or private company?

Certified Collision Group is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.

When was Certified Collision Group founded?

Certified Collision Group was founded in 2014. It employs 11 to 50 people.

Where is Certified Collision Group based?

Certified Collision Group is headquartered in Reno, United States, in the North America region.

How does Certified Collision Group make money?

One revenue line is on record: subscription-Based Membership Fees.

Who are Certified Collision Group's main competitors?

Broad incumbents on record are Service King Collision, Crash Champions, Boyd Group Services, Caliber Collision, Maaco and Abra Auto Body & Glass. Others are CCC Intelligent Solutions and I-CAR. Direct peers are CARSTAR and Assured Performance.

Does Certified Collision Group have an API?

No public API is recorded for Certified Collision Group.

What industry is Certified Collision Group in?

Certified Collision Group's product category is Collision Repair Network Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is TLAKAEAA, Auto Body Collision Repair (Cars & Light Trucks), with a secondary code of TLAKAEAL, Insurance Claims & Direct Repair Programs (DRP) / Estimating Services. Its NAICS code is 81119 and its SIC code is 8600.

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WPXIIncline Equity Partners sells Certified Collision Group after doubling revenueIncline Equity Partners sold Certified Collision Group on December 30, 2025, marking a successful exit from the subscription-based membership network for independent collision repair shops. During Incline's four-year ownership period, California-based CCG's revenue more than doubled through organic growth initiatives and two strategic acquisitions. The deal capped a strong finish to the year for Pittsburgh's largest private equity firm, which is now seeking additional investment opportunities.CollisionWeekThe Riverside Company Acquires Certified Collision Group from Incline Equity PartnersThe Riverside Company has acquired Certified Collision Group (CCG), a subscription-based membership network for independent collision repair facilities, from Incline Equity Partners. CCG, founded in 2014, provides independent collision repairers with access to insurance programs, OEM certification support, performance management consulting, and vendor rebate programs, and has expanded to affiliates across all 50 U.S. states and Canada. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed, and Incline Equity Partners had held its stake in CCG since May 2022.Aftermarket MattersIncline sells Certified Collision Group to The Riverside CompanyPrivate equity firm Incline Equity Partners has sold Certified Collision Group (CCG), a subscription-based membership network for independent collision repair shops, to The Riverside Company. Since partnering with Incline in 2022, CCG expanded its affiliate network to all 50 states and Canada and more than doubled its revenue through organic initiatives and two strategic acquisitions. Riverside plans to accelerate affiliate growth and expand service offerings through both M&A and organic strategies, viewing the fragmented collision repair industry as a consolidation opportunity.PR NewswireIncline Announces Sale of Certified Collision GroupIncline Equity Partners announced the sale of Certified Collision Group (CCG), a subscription-based membership network for independent collision repair shops. Since partnering with Incline in 2022, CCG expanded its affiliate network to all 50 U.S. states and Canada and more than doubled revenue through organic growth and two strategic acquisitions. Michelle Sullivan, CEO at CCG, credited Incline's resources with helping develop proprietary data tools and expand the company's capabilities and vendor partnerships.InclineequityIncline Announces Sale of Certified Collision GroupIncline Equity Partners has completed the sale of Certified Collision Group, a subscription-based membership network for independent collision repair shops, marking a successful exit from its 2022 investment. During Incline's hold period, CCG more than doubled its revenue through organic initiatives and two strategic acquisitions, while expanding its affiliate network to all 50 U.S. states and Canada. The company has also developed proprietary data tools to enhance purchasing visibility for affiliates and vendor partners.Collision Repair MagazineCertified Collision GroupIncline Equity Partners is selling Certified Collision Group, a membership network for independent collision repair facilities, to Riverside Company; terms of the deal were not disclosed. Under Incline's ownership since 2022, the network expanded from fewer than 800 locations to over 1,000 affiliated repair shops across North America, with revenue more than doubling through organic growth and two acquisitions. Michelle Sullivan, who became CEO in early 2024, led development of a proprietary data platform for member shops and vendor partners.Repairer Driven NewsCertified Collision Group acquires Square One Systems, Coyote Vision GroupCertified Collision Group (CCG) has acquired Square One Systems, which includes the Coyote Vision Group, to facilitate resource sharing and support for independent collision repairers. Erin Solis was promoted to senior vice president of Square One Systems to lead this integration while maintaining the groups' operational independence. The acquisition aims to enhance financial benchmarking and cultural development within the industry through shared data and mentorship.CollisionWeekCertified Collision Group Acquires Square One Systems, Coyote Vision GroupCertified Collision Group announced the acquisition of Square One Systems and Coyote Vision Group. The addition of these performance platforms is intended to support CCG’s national network of independent collision repair center operators.PR NewswireOpus IVS and Certified Collision Group Launch Nationwide Diagnostic PartnershipCertified Collision Group (CCG) has entered into an agreement to deploy Opus IVS collision scanning solutions, including ScanSafe and DriveSafe products, across its network of 575+ independent affiliate locations in 39 states. The integrated diagnostic solution, which works with CCC ONE software, enables shops to perform pre-, in-process, and post-scans, OEM scanning, flash programming, and ADAS calibrations. The partnership positions CCG to offer its affiliates advanced vehicle diagnostic capabilities as automotive technology continues to evolve.