Opus IVS announces the hiring of Bob Pattengale

June 26, 2019
Pattengale will be responsible for supporting DRIVE CRASH customers in the collision market, with a focus on ADAS training and calibrations.

Bob Pattengale has joined Opus Intelligent Vehicle Support division as technical systems manager. Bob will be responsible for supporting DRIVE CRASH customers in the collision market, with a focus on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) training and calibrations. Bob has over 38 years of automotive experience comprised of OEM dealerships, independent repair shops, technician training, equipment sales, and parts suppliers. Since 2006, Bob has been with ETAS/Robert Bosch, LLC. in a variety of field support roles, including managing their aftermarket technical training program. Bob is also a contributing writer for Motor Magazine and served as the SAE Service Technician’s Society President in 2001 and 2002.

“I am extremely excited to welcome Bob Pattengale to our team” says Bob Augustine, vice president of business development for Opus Intelligent Vehicle Support. “I have worked professionally with Bob for over twenty years and I believe that Bob's experience, technical background, and industry knowledge will have a big contribution towards the development, launch, and field support of remote services and diagnostic offerings. Opus IVS is focused on bridging the gap on emerging technologies with technical training and in-bay support, to address the needs of professional technicians working on complex, intelligent vehicles. Our family continues to grow as we prepare to address the next set of challenges facing technicians.”

Sponsored Recommendations

Tesla service, repair, and diagnostics

Keep update-to-date on how to maintain your customer's Tesla vehicles.

Tool Review: Ascot Supply 3/4" Drive 600 ft-lbs Split Beam Torque Wrench, No. 168-00600

Reviewed by Eric Moore, manager at DeMary Truck in Columbus, Ohio.

Diagnosing an engine misfire

Recognizing a misfire is the easy part; the challenge is determining its cause.

The ‘Iron Giant’

This technician spent two and half years putting together his ‘giant’ of a toolbox setup.

Voice Your Opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of Vehicle Service Pros, create an account today!