Audatex North America, Inc. recently announced the launch of AudaVIN, an intelligent vehicle identification system that makes use of vehicle identification number (VIN) data to give insurance claim representatives, appraisers and collision repair estimators complete vehicle-specific information recorded by manufacturers on the production line. Within seconds, Audatex claims, vehicle-specific content such as model name, standard equipment, engine and transmission data, as well as all factory-fitted optional equipment, is returned to the application through a direct connection to vehicle manufacturers.   

“This information is critical for the accuracy of total loss fair market values and calculation of damage repair costs. Better accuracy in options identification with AudaVIN reduces total loss corrections and part returns,” said Patrick Schmidlin, vice president of product management, Audatex North America. “The end result is reduced cycle times and loss adjustment expenses, as well as improved vehicle owner satisfaction.
 
“Our goal is to innovate with technology solutions such as AudaVIN that allow our insurance and repair facility customers to achieve accurate and expedited claim settlement and vehicle repair.”

Featuring one-click or automatic capabilities, AudaVIN is designed to yield time savings of up to 20 percent per vehicle inspection. Plus, the software is fully integrated within Audatex total loss (Autosource) and estimating systems.

“AudaVIN is an example of best-in-class technology that was developed in collaboration with our global partners at Audatex. At the same time, AudaVIN leverages our strong relationships with vehicle manufacturers worldwide,” said Gary Gumushian, vice president, Audatex North America, Solera Global Automotive Center.

Many European vehicle makes are already available within AudaVIN in the U.S., with additional OEM partnerships underway. AudaVIN will also be available in Canada by August 2011.

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