BREAKING NEWS: Starting November 1st, BMW Canada will restrict sales of certain steel, aluminum, and carbon fiber body parts to BMW Certified Collision Repair Centres only. This follows a similar move by BMW USA, which restricted steel structural parts starting October 1st.
With the increasing technology in vehicle engineering, repairs have become more complex, making OEM procedures and repair standards critical to ensuring a vehicle is returned to its original roadworthy condition and maintaining road safety. As certified centres are required to meet specific standards, repair shops may need to adjust their processes accordingly. The Automotive Retailers Association has reached out to BMW for more details on these developments.