2020 Chrysler Voyager to replace lower-trim Pacificas; mixed-material body sounds similar
— November 18, 2019Despite it debuting as a new model, FCA descriptions suggest body shops might not see a significant difference
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Hyundai: New active noise control tech could cut need for insulation, damping
— November 18, 2019Hyundai on Tuesday announced “the world’s first Road Noise Active Noise Control (RANC) system,”
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J.D. Power auto claims study finds record satisfaction, photo estimate risk-reward proposition
— November 15, 2019J.D. Power last month announced consumers have reached a new height of satisfaction with auto insurance
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In CIC appearance, Seebachans show ‘human impact’ of auto body repair decisions
— November 13, 2019Marcia and Matthew Seebachan last week recounted how a body shop’s incorrect repair of their 2010
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LKQ announces ADAS ‘Promise of Calibration,’ indemnification on its companies’ work
— November 12, 2019LKQ on Wednesday announced both a guarantee its recycled and aftermarket parts could be calibrated and
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Tarr steps down as CEO of Audatex parent Solera; company says transition shouldn’t affect customers
— November 9, 2019Just a few months after replacing founder Tony Aquila at the helm, Solera CEO Jeff Tarr has stepped down.
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CIECA, BodyShop Business, CIF, CREF, I-CAR, NABC bestow awards; AMI marks grads (gallery)
— November 8, 2019Leading nonprofits and BodyShop Business on Wednesday announced some of the collision repair industry’s
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CCC confirms no info shared with CARFAX; CIC panel to demand companies meet ‘Golden Rules’
— November 7, 2019CCC quality repair and market development Vice President on Tuesday confirmed the company wasn’t
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SCRS ‘Blueprint Optimization Tool’ wins SEMA New Product Award
— November 6, 2019SEMA on Tuesday named the Society of Collision Repair Specialists’ “Guide to Complete Repair
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Photo estimating: MSOs using it, CCC, Tractable offer new options to shops
— November 5, 2019Major multi-shop operations on Monday said they have been using photo estimating as a customer service
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