The Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner earlier this month denied a petition to eliminate auto insurance regulatory language that “promotes payments for less than…
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The Database Enhancement Gateway, which allows repairers and insurers to make inquiries and suggestions of the estimating providers at no cost, offers weekly tips for repairers on the Audatex, Mitchell and CCC programs…
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Though many collision repairers don’t ask to be reimbursed for either procedure, some shops who do invoice washing a vehicle before and after a repair…
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The Federal Court of Appeals on July 11 ruled Ford deserved design patent protection on a hood and headlight and could block ABPA members from…
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Tesla on Wednesday described an emphasis on expanding the number of service centers and storing parts within those centers going forward. CEO Elon Musk said…
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“Most favored nation” direct repair program provisions demanding insurers receive their rivals’ discounts might hinder an auto body shop’s flexibility to accommodate another insurer, according…
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Collision repairers have for years been able to “Ask I-CAR” about items which might not be present within OEM repair procedures. But repairers might have…
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Mitchell on Wednesday announced its new “MD-OEM” diagnostic device had been approved for General Motors-certified shops. The news would seem to illustrate how the Right…
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Nissan last week revealed its refreshed Skyline, confirming a May promise that the car would come with hands-off ProPILOT 2.0 highway driving. The debut on…
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Auto body shops historically have reported customer vehicles mysteriously flagged by vehicle history check companies before, but the incidents have been “one-off” and infrequent, Society…
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