SCRS Quick Tips
SCRS Quick Tip: Why Pre-Washing Matters
In this conversation, Kris and Michael discuss why pre-washing a vehicle is a critical first step in the repair process. They explain how removing contaminants such as dirt, salt, mud, and road grime helps create a cleaner work environment, improves repair quality, and prevents unwanted materials from entering the shop. The discussion also covers the role of decontamination washing in revealing a vehicle's true color, leading to [...]
SCRS releases new IDEAS Collide video on culture, captured live at SEMA Show
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 [...]
SCRS Consumer Tip: Parts Restrictions
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 [...]
SCRS Consumer Tip: What is a Direct Repair Program (DRP)?
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 [...]
SCRS Consumer Tip: OEM Certified Requirements
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 [...]
SCRS Consumer Tip: Service Mode on Connected Cars
There is a great degree of connected services that help consumers interact and learn from their vehicle. Sometimes, when a connected car is brought in [...]
SCRS Consumer Tip: Social Media is not real life
Social media can be interesting and entertaining, and if you are watching this video, you probably love a goof clip, reel or video! But Mike [...]
SCRS Consumer Tip: What is OEM Certification?
Many vehicle manufacturers have shop certification or recognition programs. Each has its own criteria, but oftentimes the collision repair center has had to invest in [...]
SCRS Consumer Tip: What is a Total Loss?
If your insurance company declares your vehicle a “total loss,” it means they’ve determined the cost to fix it exceeds its actual cash value, or [...]
SCRS Consumer Tip: Check it out! Check me in!
First impressions are a great opportunity to level-set expectations, gain details about how the damage occurred, and gather information that will help with both the [...]