California DOI Proposes Revisions to Code of Regulations Relating to Collision Repair Quality, Aftermarket Parts
The California Department of Insurance (DOI) met Nov. 16 with a select group of collision repairers, insurers, and OE and aftermarket parts representatives to discuss proposed revisions to the California Code of Regulations relating to repair quality and aftermarket part use.
New AAA Insurance App for Android Instructs Consumers on Steps to Take After Crash
AAA Insurance has added a new free mobile application for Android devices that will walk drivers through the process of collecting information, taking photos and requesting a tow truck after a vehicle crash.
CAPA Responds to Associations’ Recognition of OEM Repair Procedures as Industry Standards
CAPA believes repair standards leave room for use of CAPA-certified crash parts.
SCRS Clarifies Position on Repair Standards
BodyShop Business has fielded questions from industry professionals attempting to seek further clarification on the joint statement issued by the three major industry associations.
New Study Finds Weighty Hybrids Offer More Crash Protection Than Non-Hybrid Counterparts
Passengers in hybrid-powered cars are about 25 percent less likely to be injured in a crash than those in their conventional-powered counterparts, according to research released today. According to new research by the Highway Loss Data Institute, the additional weight of the hybrid engine adds an extra layer of safety over similar, non-hybrid cars. Cars
Phoenix Body Shop Counters Steering with Charity Offering to Customers
The deal works like this: If a vehicle has sustained damage and it’s not the customer’s fault and no deductible is involved, LG will credit the customer with up to 10 percent of the original estimate or make a donation to the church or charity of their choice.
Collision Repair Education Foundation Seeking Donations to Support Techs of Tomorrow
With the end of the calendar year approaching, in the face of decreasing funding for vo-tech schools, the Collision Repair Education Foundation is asking the industry to make a donation to ensure that the technicians of tomorrow have the proper training, tools and equipment to adequately prepare themselves for careers in collision repair.
Coalition to Initiate Crackdown on Auto Accident Fraud in Florida
The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation has warned that the current trend in fraudulent claims is unsustainable and may lead to an automobile liability insurance availability crisis.
Consent Decree Gets Own Facebook Page
The Federal Antitrust Consent Decree, which was written and signed in 1963 to eliminate insurance company manipulations of the collision repair marketplace, has expanded its online presence.
CARSTAR Announces Staff Promotions, Restructuring of Field Services and Marketing Support
CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts announced that is promoting a number of team members and restructuring how it provides field services and marketing support for its more than 250 franchisees throughout the United States to meet the needs of the expanding CARSTAR network.