In this episode of “Under the Radar”, Jason Stahl talks with Jason Wong, managing partner of CARSTAR Auto World in San Francisco and San Jose, Calif., on his experience repairing electric vehicles with ADAS systems. This episode is sponsored by asTech, driven by Repairify.
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The frequency of claims submitted for repairable electric vehicles rose to its highest level in 2023.
Mitchell has announced the publication of its latest trends report: Plugged-In: EV Collision Insights. This issue provides a year-over-year analysis of electric vehicle (EV) claims volume, which increased in 2023 by more than 40% in the U.S. and Canada.
“2023 was a record year for electric vehicles,” said Ryan Mandell, director of claims performance for Mitchell. “Not only did the frequency of EV collision claims rise to historic levels, but the U.S. also surpassed 1.2 million in new EV sales for the first time ever. As long as consumer adoption remains strong, EVs will continue to have a significant impact on the auto insurance industry — creating challenges for everything from underwriting to the delivery of proper and safe repairs.”
Jason Stahl talks with Kris Bjerke on what asTech is doing to address collision repairers’ ADAS needs.
Jason Stahl talks with James Rodis and Andy Hipwell on the growth and expansion of OEM Calibration.
Jason Stahl talks with AirPro Diagnostics’ Josh McFarlin on whether ADAS discussion on social media has been good or bad for the industry.
Jason Stahl talks with Ryan Gerber of Hunter Engineering on collision repairers’ need for simplicity when it comes to ADAS repairs.
Jennifer Homendy lauded the new standard requiring all new passenger cars and light trucks to have automatic emergency braking and pedestrian AEB systems.
Industry veteran Ben Johnson will lead asTech Mechanical’s business development and product management teams.
When navigating the complexity and challenges of ADAS, apply the lessons you’ve learned … and be open to learning more.
Joe Keene, automotive content video producer at Babcox Media, discusses the calibration procedure for a Hyundai Santa Cruz that needed a windshield replacement and rear bumper repair.
