OEConnection announced Monday it had acquired fellow auto aftermarket software provider NuGenIT. “We very much look forward to this partnership and are pleased to welcome NuGenIT to the OEC family. NuGenIT brings high quality collision [...]
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 online and through the Society of Collision Repair Specialists’ email list. [...]
Solera last month announced its new generation of the claims system Qapter could identify damaged parts and create an estimate for the vehicle automatically. “The company’s AI has the capability to detect damaged parts, determine [...]
The Auto Body Association of Texas on Tuesday announced it would cancel its Texas Auto Body Trade Show over COVID-19, noting that it had “waited it out until the bitter end” to make the call. [...]
Nearly 140 regional and national associations on Thursday encouraged congressional small business committee leaders to support a bipartisan bill effectively forgiving all PPP loans through $150,000. Under Senate Bill 4117, borrowers of those smaller amounts [...]
Fix Auto USA co-founder Erick Bickett last week said the COVID-19 pandemic offered a “silver lining” for any collision entrepreneur by spurring them to try new strategies. Bickett had served as Fix Auto USA chairman [...]
Repair facility qualifications will soon play a greater role in referrals from dealerships and insurers, Fix Auto USA co-founder Erick Bickett predicted last month. The industry leader offered his perspective on the future of collision [...]
Maaco on June 30 said shops used the slowdown caused by the COVID-19 coronavirus response to “make upgrades to their facilities and utilize the time for more skills training for technicians.” This has allowed more [...]
A new presentation created by a California auto body shop offers an easy way of proving that Golden State law demands both repairers and insurers comply with OEM procedures. The shop, which requested anonymity, said [...]
Allstate announced Tuesday it would buy fellow Top 15 auto insurance carrier National General for $4 billion. “Acquiring National General accelerates Allstate’s strategy to increase market share in personal property-liability and significantly expands our independent [...]
