Production was up compared to the previous month for the third month in a row but remains down … [Read More...]
Research
Collision Repair Industry Production Down in April Compared to Last Year
While production was down year-over-year, it was flat compared to March. An analysis of the latest … [Read More...]
Features
Rhode Island House Bill That Changes Total Loss Threshold, Documented Procedure Compensation Becomes Law
Legislation raises threshold before a vehicle is declared a total loss and expands definition on documented procedures sources. A Rhode Island House Bill that raises the state’s total loss threshold and clarifies insurers’ obligations regarding OEM repair … [Read More...]
Australia Launches Review of Landmark Right to Repair Law
Government seeks public comments on the effectiveness of 2022 law and its impact on consumers as well as independent and dealer repair facilities. While the U.S. continues debating whether federal legislation on right to repair is necessary, the Australia … [Read More...]
Appraisal Clause Bill Introduced in New Jersey
Proposed mandatory appraisal provisions part of growing national trend. New Jersey has joined a growing national movement to strengthen policyholder rights in auto insurance disputes with the introduction of Senate Bill 4534 (SB 4534), which would require all … [Read More...]
Oklahoma Storage and Total Loss Administrative Charge Price Control Bill Becomes Law
Legislation opposed by repair industry establishes standardized storage rates and administrative charge limits for collision repair shops. Oklahoma has enacted Senate Bill 641, officially known as the "Oklahoma Motor Vehicle Consumer Protection Act." The … [Read More...]
Interview: Nikhil Naikal, CEO and Co-Founder of Kinetic
Kinetic CEO details benefits of recently announced partnership with Chilton Auto Body, the technology company’s approach to the digital repair process and plans for growth. Following the May 6th announcement of Kinetic's partnership with Chilton Auto Body to … [Read More...]