AirPro and Revv to merge hardware and software platforms

Rotunda Capital Partners has acquired Revv with plans to merge it with its portfolio company, AirPro Diagnostics, to provide an end-to-end ADAS platform that builds on both companies’ strengths.  The nine-figure acquisition will bring repair [...]

2026-08-24T14:28:19-04:00August 24th, 2026|RDN News Feed|

NH Insurance Department reminds insurers of correct policy termination steps

A bulletin from the New Hampshire Insurance Department (NHID) reminds personal lines automobile insurers of their obligations under RSA 417-A:5 when terminating a policy after nonpayment of renewal premiums. “New Hampshire law provides important protections [...]

2026-08-24T14:27:48-04:00August 24th, 2026|RDN News Feed|

California BAR revises, adds to proposed storage regulations in response to OAL concerns

The California Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR)’s second modified regulatory proposal on storage fees charged by automotive repair dealers is again open for public comment. The passage of AB1263 in 2024 gave BAR authority to address [...]

2026-08-24T14:27:18-04:00August 24th, 2026|RDN News Feed|

Focus Advisors’ Mid-Year Review: ‘Different drivers, different gears’

Focus Advisors reports that M&A trends have shifted to fewer acquisitions with more buyers, while “appetite didn’t go away.” In its 2025 Year in Review, Focus Advisors’ David Roberts predicted more acquisitions by consolidators, private [...]

2026-08-24T14:26:47-04:00August 24th, 2026|RDN News Feed|

Washington insurance commissioner adopts extensive changes to claims handling standards

The Washington insurance commissioner has overhauled minimum standards for insurance company claims handling by adopting a new rule.  The changes, effective Oct. 18, are extensive and include tightening timelines, along with estimating and short-payment disclosures.  [...]

2026-08-24T14:26:17-04:00August 24th, 2026|RDN News Feed|

Estimating Tip – CCCONE Web – Radiator Supports & Mechanical Components

Starting with 2027 new model year vehicles, MOTOR has updated its labor guide for Radiator Supports: mechanical component R&I/R&R is no longer included in radiator support replacement labor. CCC users must add all attached items—such [...]

2026-08-24T11:25:14-04:00August 24th, 2026|DEG Estimating Tips|

Michigan officer sentenced for falsifying salvage vehicle inspections

A Michigan police officer has been sentenced for falsifying salvage vehicle inspections, according to a Michigan Department of Attorney General press release.  Jonathan Chase, a former Lincoln Township Police Department detective lieutenant, was sentenced in [...]

2026-08-21T21:05:06-04:00August 21st, 2026|RDN News Feed|

Mitchell: Gap in average repairable claims severity between BEVs, ICE vehicles

Mitchell International’s latest “Plugged-In: EV Collision Insights” report on Q2 shows a gap in average claims severity between repairable battery electric and internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, reaching its lowest level on record in the [...]

2026-08-21T14:29:22-04:00August 21st, 2026|RDN News Feed|

LexisNexis Demand Meter: Auto insurance shopping growth remains elevated in Q2

U.S. consumer auto insurance shopping and new policy growth slowed from Q1 to Q2, while remaining in “warm” territory, according to the latest LexisNexis Risk Solutions U.S. Insurance Demand Meter report. Despite moderating growth, LexisNexis [...]

2026-08-21T14:28:52-04:00August 21st, 2026|RDN News Feed|

Allstate opens campus to teach claims handling with hands-on auto labs

Allstate Claims University has opened in Dallas, where the insurance company says claims professionals will receive immersive training on real-world home and auto damage scenarios.  The 33,000-square-foot training campus is designed to help claims teams [...]

2026-08-21T14:28:21-04:00August 21st, 2026|RDN News Feed|
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