--- title: "CARSTAR Owner Offers “Green” Collision Repairs for Advanced Hybrid and Electric Vehicles" url: https://burnaze.com/article/c10c716a-c7f8-4069-a8ae-1434b1a36501 source: "Franchising.com" original_url: https://www.franchising.com/news/20220422_carstar_owner_offers_green_collision_repairs_for_advanced_hybrid_and_electr.html category: "Collision" industry: "Automotive" segment: "Collision" published: 2022-04-22T12:00:00.000Z modified: 2026-11-01T02:10:15.941Z image: https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1507679799987-c73779587ccf?w=1600&q=80&auto=format&fit=crop --- # CARSTAR Owner Offers “Green” Collision Repairs for Advanced Hybrid and Electric Vehicles **TL;DR:** CARSTAR showcases 'green' repair practices for Earth Day, highlighting the importance of advanced training and equipment for hybrid and electric vehicles. Jason Wong, a multi-store CARSTAR owner, emphasizes the need for specialized training and equipment to repair these complex vehicles. *originally published in Franchising.com on 2022-04-22. [Read the original](https://www.franchising.com/news/20220422_carstar_owner_offers_green_collision_repairs_for_advanced_hybrid_and_electr.html).* ## Story As CARSTAR celebrates Earth Day on April 22, 2022, they are showcasing the CARSTAR owners who lead the industry in “green” repair practices. Jason Wong, a multi-store CARSTAR owner with locations throughout San Francisco, said being a “green” repair facility requires much more than just hanging a “We Recycle” sign in the shop. It demands advanced training, technology, tools – and a commitment to continual learning. “Repairing electric vehicles requires many more safety precautions due to the high-voltage systems that power them,” said Wong. “You have to have a thorough safety plan in place to protect your team members and the vehicle. And, you need special education and tooling like high-voltage gloves, insulated tools and a battery charging station.” Wong bought a Tesla several years ago so he could see through the customer’s eyes when his facilities began repairing electric vehicles. He has used his car to educate team members about the differences between electric and gasoline-powered vehicles. “Many electric and hybrid vehicle owners don’t think about being in an accident, therefore they don’t have a repair plan in mind if one occurs,” noted Wong. “But if you drive in San Francisco traffic, there are ample opportunities for a fender bender to happen.” Wong recommended that hybrid and electric vehicle owners research collision repair locations that specialize in these complex vehicles before taking their car to just any body shop. “Look for facilities that are certified by the vehicle manufacturer in their specific repair processes,” Wong suggested. “That means they have the correct tools and training to restore your vehicle to pre-accident condition. They will also have access to original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts, which are important in these repairs. Also, inquire at the facilities you are considering if they are ASE-certified in hybrid and electric vehicle repairs.” Wong credited CARSTAR with providing the guidance and resources to help develop his hybrid and electric vehicle repair program. “The team at CARSTAR helped us determine what was needed to repair the primary makes and models we see on the road today and earn the OEM certifications for each one,” said Wong. “They also provide the training and education needed to keep our team members up-to-speed on this quickly changing technology. Today, we have dedicated hybrid and electric vehicle repair areas in our locations to handle the growing demand for these vehicles.” While hybrid and electric vehicles do have lower maintenance and operating costs, due to no engine maintenance or oil changes, limited brake wear and less wear on parts, Wong noted that collision repairs for these vehicles are complex. “An electric vehicle requires a completely different dis-assembly process and repair procedures as you work around the high-voltage battery,” said Wong. “Many times, we are replacing panels with OEM parts rather than repairing them to maintain the integrity of the vehicle. It also requires thorough pre-and post-repair scanning to ensure all of the vehicle technology is performing correctly.” ## Entities - Franchising.com (publication) - Automotive (sector) - CARSTAR (company) - collision repair (topic) - San Francisco, California (location) - Tesla (company) - green repair practices (topic) - hybrid and electric vehicles (topic) - advanced training and equipment (topic) --- Originally reported by Franchising.com (https://www.franchising.com/news/20220422_carstar_owner_offers_green_collision_repairs_for_advanced_hybrid_and_electr.html). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/c10c716a-c7f8-4069-a8ae-1434b1a36501).