Used Airbags Should Be Deflated
OEMs don’t recommend using recycled or used airbags. And you assume all liability. With those things in mind, I can’t in good conscience use them myself.
The Consumer-Centric Solution
With DRPs losing favor and shops in desperate search for profitability, creating a consumer-focused business model may be the answer.
Take Pride in Paint Prep
Every botched job I see reminds me of the lack of pride some techs and painters have in their work. Having a plan and following your paint system’s handbook goes a long way toward avoiding such disasters.
Latest Mitchell Report Focuses on Five Industry-Changing Trends
Mitchell International today released the second quarter 2008 edition of its Industry Trends Report (ITR), the company’s quarterly publication that highlights industry-related trends, news items and statistics. This edition’s Quarterly Feature, “5 Trends That Will Change Our Industry,” by Greg Horn, Mitchell’s vice president of Industry Relations, provides a candid look at how current movements
AIA Calls Latest Anti-Steering Legislation “Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing”
In its most recent issue of Advocate, the American Insurance Association (AIA) calls the latest anti-steering legislation a "wolf in sheep’s clothing" and says it could cost consumers millions of dollars in higher repair costs. "While proponents of new legislation market it as being pro-consumer," the article states, "the reality is that the legislation reduces
AIA Calls Latest Anti-Steering Legislation ‘Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing’
In its most recent issue of Advocate, the American Insurance Association (AIA) calls the latest anti-steering legislation a “wolf in sheep’s clothing” and says it could cost consumers millions of dollars in higher repair costs. “While proponents of new legislation market it as being pro-consumer," the article states, “the reality is that the legislation reduces
Hertz Corporation Joins Aftermarket Rewards
With its ongoing expansion into the suburban car rental market and the insurance replacement industry, The Hertz Corporation has joined forces with Aftermarket Rewards to reward Hertz partners in the automotive aftermarket industry with Aftermarket Rewards points that can be redeemed for thousands of brand name reward products. Partner body shops are able to earn
Nebraska Autobody Association is Newest SCRS Affiliate Association
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has announced that the Nebraska Autobody Association (NABA), a statewide trade association promoting excellence in the art and science of collision repair, has enrolled as its newest affiliate association. The NABA, which is comprised of approximately 350 body shops, auto body suppliers, auto body educational institutions and
New York Repairers Allowed to Rebate Deductible, State Says
The New York Office of General Counsel has affirmed repairers’ right to waive or discount a customer’s deductible. Last month’s opinion represents the position of the New York State Insurance Department. The department wanted to determine if a shop’s payment to the insured of all or part of the insurance deductible constituted a rebate program
Liberty Mutual to Acquire Safeco Corporation
Liberty Mutual Group and Safeco Corporation announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement where Liberty Mutual will acquire all outstanding shares of Safeco for $68.25 per common share in cash. The proposed transaction, which is valued at approximately $6.2 billion, has been approved by the Boards of Directors of both companies. It’s subject