Driven Brands Expands EV and Luxury Vehicle Repair Certifications…

Event summary

Driven Brands Collision Group has expanded its certified repair capabilities for EV and luxury vehicles nationwide, with over 300 OEM certifications already in place.
The group holds 37 luxury OEM certifications across its U.S. network, covering brands like Audi, BMW, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, and Volvo.
Driven Brands Collision Group currently holds 288 EV certifications, ensuring broad coverage for both individual drivers and fleet customers.
The expansion includes certified EV programs for GM BEV, Honda/Acura EV, Tesla, Mercedes-Benz EQ, Nissan EV Ready, Polestar, Rivian, VinFast, Lucid, Ford, and GM Fleet.

The big picture

Driven Brands is strategically positioning itself to capitalize on the growing demand for specialized collision repair services as EV adoption accelerates and luxury vehicle ownership expands. The company's investment in OEM certifications and technician training reflects its commitment to maintaining a competitive edge in an increasingly complex and technologically advanced automotive repair landscape.

What we're watching

Certification Expansion: The pace at which Driven Brands secures additional luxury and EV certifications will determine its competitive positioning in the rapidly evolving collision repair market.
Market Penetration: How effectively Driven Brands can leverage its expanded certification footprint to capture a larger share of the growing EV and luxury vehicle repair segments.
Technological Adaptation: Whether Driven Brands' ongoing investment in training, tools, and equipment will be sufficient to meet the evolving repair standards for advanced vehicle technologies.