The Doan Group Renews Commitment to CIECA
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced that The Doan Group recently renewed its commitment to the organization and its standards.
AASP/NJ Issues Call to Action in Defense of 1963 Consent Decree
The Alliance of Automotive Service Professionals of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) has issued a call to action to defend the 1963 Consent Decree, which is currently being reviewed for termination by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ).
Gerber Adds Virtual Assist Technology from Allstate
Allstate has announced that its Virtual Assist, a software that helps a body shop employee connect with an Allstate employee via real-time video, has been licensed for use by Gerber Collision & Glass.
Is it Legal for Insurers to Settle Losses for My Customers’ Vehicles?
Why doesn’t the DOI enforce the contract between the vehicle owner and the insurer? And how is it legal for insurers and DRP shops to settle losses for my customers’ vehicles?
Louisiana Bill Would Prohibit Photo Estimates
New legislation has been introduced in Louisiana that would require physical appraisals and that insurers disclose to their customers that they don’t have to submit photos in order to obtain an appraisal.
Axalta Celebrates Daylight Lamp Milestone
Axalta has announced that there are now 17,000 of its daylight lamps in use in the collision industry worldwide.
Four OEMs to Speak at HD Repair Forum
The HD Repair Forum announced that four commercial vehicle manufacturers have signed on to present at the event to be held April 2-3 at the Hilton Fort Worth in Forth Worth, Texas.
Claim Leader Renews Commitment to CIECA Standards
CIECA has announced that its corporate member Claim Leader has renewed its commitment to the organization and the CIECA standards.
Mitchell Industry Trends Report: Photo-Based Estimating Seeing Exponential Growth
Mitchell data shows a tenfold increase in insurer-administrated photo-based estimating from 2016 to 2017, with a corresponding drop in staff field inspections.
Mitchell Industry Trends Report: 10 Estimating Tips
In Mitchell’s latest 2018 Q3 Industry Trends report, an article titled “10 Tips Every Estimator Should Be Following” discusses the importance of creating a blueprint for collision repairs in making safe repairs.
