This newest release in the “Kool Tools” series, highlights more than tools and resources discovered during the 2023 SEMA Show and compiled by the SCRS Education Committee. The presentation, led by Dominic Martino, continues in [...]
Estimating Tip – CCC - Rivian Estimating Database An estimating database for Rivian R1T & R1S is currently available in CCC Estimating. Always consult OEM repair information and available documents for the most current part [...]
Andrew Batenhorst, Body Shop Manager at Pacific BMW Collision Center shares his perspective on a transition away from a now-antiquated job role that he marks as an obstruction to accurate, safe, comprehensive repair planning. Gain [...]
SCRS Estimating Tip – 2014-2023 Jeep Cherokee Front Door Modifications When replacing front door(s) on a 2014-2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee, repairers should check the inner door shell jamb to determine if mounting holes need to [...]
If you are writing a repair plan in CCC and refinishing a bumper you will be prompted to answer the question “Will the bumper be refinished in a separate procedure from the other panels?” Your [...]
DEG Inquiry 35937 establishes that labor to set up fixtures or jigs for an EV drive train table is NOT INCLUDED "After review, assembling jigs or fixtures is not included in any MOTOR estimated work [...]
Ben Simmons, Chief Strategy Officer for Gravie shares with the IDEAS Collide audience how consumers have become accustomed to a very low bar in terms of seeing value in their health benefits. Add to that [...]
Mitchell Cloud estimating users may experience VIN decoding issues on "fleet" vehicle models. Mitchell provides feedback on DEG Inquiry 35744 "Fleet vehicles do not decode in MCE. The tip would be to manually select the [...]
When reviewing the estimate or repair order, it’s important to be able to identify and understand the types of parts being covered by the insurance company, and what is being replaced on your vehicle by [...]
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.”
