Recent DEG Inquiry 31575 provides feedback from a Solera Qapter request for review (RFR). “Any time spent utilizing Qapter to complete an estimate is not included in Qapter provided labor allowances.”
It’s not uncommon for consumers to add protective coatings or films to try and keep vehicles looking newer longer and protect against chips, scratches, stains, and wear from the elements. But there are a few [...]
Recent changes to CCC GTE estimate work time premise state "Reported times include one test fit of a component and normal adjustment procedures within the range of motion permitted by the fastener(s) or component to [...]
Watch Michael Bradshaw on Culture: The real job market currency Michael Bradshaw, Vice President, K&M Collision presented at the SCRS IDEAS Collide Showcase during the 2023 SEMA Show, discussing tips for collision repair businesses to [...]
Recent DEG Inquiry 35654 provides feedback from Solera Qapter (Audatex) regarding door O/H operation(s). "REAR DOOR O/H operation, designed for removing and installing parts for repair or painting, cannot be used concurrently with PANEL RR [...]
https://youtu.be/m2Q5ixfrARw Due to the complexity of the repair and the requirement of highly specialized tools, training, & repair procedures, some manufacturers may restrict the provision of certain structural or safety parts that require specific tooling [...]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Jg-5IaCXTs After you’ve filed a claim for damage, your insurance company may recommend you to their preferred shops, which participate in their direct repair program (DRP). A DRP is a network of collision repair shops [...]
CCC/MOTOR Guides have updated "Basic Color Coat Application" Not Included operation "Flash/wait time between material applications" Flash and Cure consideration would be an "On the Spot Evaluation"
Receiving safe, proper repairs is one of the most essential parts of seeking out the right repair facility to work with. Many automakers have developed programs to recognize repair facilities that have met specific criteria [...]
Solera Qapter has made recent updates (November 2023) to its Database Reference Manual(DBRM), specifically on page 140, section 4-4 Refinish Guidelines, regarding "Blending". Access an updated version of the DBRM on the DEG website, available [...]
