New ‘Who Pays for What’ Survey Asks About Not-Included Body Labor Billing, Insurer Payment Practices
The current survey, being conducted for the first time, focuses on about two dozen not-included body labor operations, asking shops how frequently they are paid for each of the operations by the eight largest auto insurers in the country.
First 2016 “Who Pays for What” Survey is Now Open
This survey focuses on more than two dozen “not-included” refinish-related operations, asking shops how frequently they’re paid for each of the operations by each of the eight largest auto insurers in the country.
Annual Midwest Auto Body Trade Show to be Held Feb. 5-6
Over 70 vendor booths will display new products, offer product demonstrations, door prizes, show specials and more. Industry speaker Mike Anderson of Collision Advice is scheduled to be the keynote speaker for this year’s event.
New ‘Who Pays for What’ Survey Results Show Wide Range in Certified Aluminum Labor Rates
Nearly 800 shops participated in the latest quarterly “Who Pays for What?” survey this past October, and 130 of those shops that are certified by one or more of the automakers to repair aluminum vehicles reported their hourly rates for aluminum repair.
Georgia Collision Industry Association to Hold ‘A Day with Mike Anderson & Friends’
Mike Anderson, president of Collision Advice, and other professionals will share their insights into the collision repair industry.
AASP-MN, Axalta Hold ‘Write it Right: Estimating Best Practices’ Seminar
The seminar provided attendees with information and resources to support and justify their position on what it takes to restore a vehicle back to pre-accident condition.
Third ‘Who Pays for What’ Survey Ends Oct. 31st
The surveys have so far shown there can be significant regional differences in billing and reimbursement practices.
Third ‘Who Pays for What?’ Survey Now Open
The latest survey asks shops about billing practices related to aluminum repair, shop materials, and shop services and fees.
Auto Body Association of Texas Announces Collision Industry Day
This event, taking place Sept. 25th in Fort Worth, will feature a variety of industry speakers including Mike Anderson of Collision Advice, who will speak about industry trends and necessary processes and procedures.
New Survey Results Reveal ‘Who Pays for What’ in Terms of Frame/Mechanical Procedures
This latest survey examines how often shops are charging – and being paid – for 20 different “not-included” repair procedures related to structural/frame and mechanical operations.
Mike Anderson to Speak at GCIA Meeting
Anderson will discuss what it takes to thrive in the collision repair industry and what role the OEMs hold in the collision repairer’s future in OEM certifications.
New Consultants Expand Collision Advice Team
Scott Simmons has experience with collision business management systems, while Dean Hancock specializes in estimating and lean production management.
