Ohio Body Shop Owner Creates Collision App for Consumers
Instant Crash Helpers program will allow non-DRP body shops to give consumers involved in crashes the help they need without insurance interference.
Collision Industry Using YouTube to Educate Consumers
Everyone today who’s not hiding under a rock or living in isolation in some remote jungle knows of the exploding popularity of YouTube. It seems more and more people are either watching or posting videos, for entertainment and other purposes. And today, when many people have a computer in their pocket and like to share
StopDRP.com Created as Consumer Education Tool
Site empowers consumers and lessens the chance they will be defrauded by insurers, creator says.
New Consumer Collision Education Website Now Live
Website created by OEM Collision Repair Roundtable geared toward educating consumers on all aspects of collision repair.
Honda Launches Collision Information Website for Consumers
Collision.Honda.com will educate Honda owners on repairs, collision parts and insurance, plus what to do at the scene of an accident.
SCRS Seeks Consumer Message Points for 2013 Calendar
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) recently announced the launch of a 2013 calendar program which will feature consumer messaging points and tips to help collision repair consumers better understand what to look for in a collision repair facility, what questions to ask and what rights they have. To ensure that the customized calendar
SCRS Launches 2013 Consumer-Focused Calendar
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has announced the launch of a consumer-oriented 2013 Calendar Program in partnership with TELDON marketing. Personalized with your shop’s name and contact information, the SCRS custom calendar promotes your business all year round. And with the SCRS branding behind you, your customers will know that you’re a trusted repair
How Can We Unite the Body Shop Industry to Protect Our Rights?
Asked by Kyle Kuzdell, manager, Szott M59 Collision, White Lake, Mich.
American Honda Launches New Consumer Collision Repair Brochure Explaining OEM, Aftermarket Parts
American Honda Motor Co, Inc. is announced the launch of a new consumer-oriented collision repair brochure. The tri-fold brochure is designed to be used by body shop estimators and managers when talking to consumers about collision repairs. The brochure defines the difference between OE replacement parts and alternative parts and touches on consumer rights.
New Law Bans Insurers from Forcing Consumers to Use Specific Car Rental Companies
Drivers have long been led to believe that they have to have their accident-damaged vehicles repaired and replacements rented at shops selected by insurance companies. A new anti-steering law in New York, however, gives consumers the choice and requires insurers to inform them of their rights. The bill, sponsored by State Senator John Sampson, Assemblymen