Legislation would require auto insurance policies to include a provision for an appraisal process to resolve disputes. Legislation before the Washington State House of Representatives that would require insurance policies issued after January 1, 2025 to include a provision for a right to appraisal to resolve disputes over the cost of claims is scheduled for […]
Doan Group Announces Launch of Woman-Owned Franchise Group in Alabama
The Doan Group, a boutique national provider of auto, specialty vehicle and equipment, and property appraisal and adjusting services, announced a new ownership team for its Alabama franchise. The new franchise ownership group is a women-owned business, Doan’s first such franchise in its 43-year history. New owners Lee Goforth and Michelle Petereit bring nearly 50 […]
DataTouch Launches VINAnonymize to Prevent Collision Repair Estimate Data Appearing in VIN Reporting Services
DataTouch LLC announces the launch of VINAnonymize, a new technology that prevents collision repair estimate information from being used by vehicle identification number (VIN) reporting services such as CARFAX and AutoCheck. DataTouch designed the technology to allow a shop user to anonymize a VIN and help protect customers’ personally identifiable information (PII). “Many times, after […]
ASE Winter Testing Registration Now Available
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) has opened registration for winter testing and recertification. Those who register by the March 31 deadline will have 90 days to schedule an appointment to take their selected ASE tests. ASE offers three test-taking options. In-person testing is available for all tests and is held throughout the […]
House of Kolor Introduces New Color Shifting Technology
House of Kolor has introduced new color-shifting technology that creates an instantaneous shift in color without a gray area or mottling in between colors. New Kameleon FX packs, which are part of the Shimrin2 paint system, contain pearls tightly controlled in thickness, creating uniquely clean effects when applied in layers over black paint. “Color-shifting paint […]
Mike Fiato Named EVP and Chief Claims Officer at Allstate
Fiato will oversee the strategic and operational direction of the Claims organization at the fourth largest auto insurer in the U.S. Allstate announced yesterday that Mike Fiato will join the company as executive vice president and chief claims officer, effective January 22. Fiato will oversee the strategic and operational direction of the Claims organization, which […]
Collision Repair Education Foundation 2024 Tool Grant and Scholarship Applications Now Open
Applications are now available for the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) 2024 Tool Grant and Scholarships. According to the Foundation, with a wealth of opportunity in an industry that rewards hard work and dedication with ever-changing technology and innovation, there is no better time than now to consider a career in collision repair. More information […]
AkzoNobel Joins Innovation Program to Solve Societal Challenges
More than 82 companies, businesses and social organizations, including AkzoNobel (AMS: AKZA; OTCMKTS: AKZOY) are involved in a major Dutch research program focused on developing new technologies that will help solve some of today’s societal challenges. Seven broad consortia have been established as part of the government-funded “Perspectief” program, with AkzoNobel set to play a […]
Insurify Predicts Car Insurance Costs to Increase 7% to $2,160 in 2024
After a year of rate hikes in 2023, car insurance prices will continue to increase well into 2024 but at a slower pace than last year, according to Insurify’s latest Insuring the American Driver report. Data sourced directly from Insurify, America’s top-rated insurance comparison platform, showed the average cost for a full-coverage car insurance policy […]
Hertz to Reduce EV Fleet by 20,000 Vehicles on Soft Rental Demand and High Repair Costs
Hertz Global Holdings (NASDAQ: HTZ) announced today it will sell about 20,000 of the electric vehicles in its fleet. In an interview on CNBC today, Stephen Scherr, CEO of Hertz explained that the rental company was reducing its fleet due to lower demand for EV rentals and the higher costs associated with EV damage repairs. […]
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