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Team PRP Mobilizes to Assist with Disaster Relief Efforts

October 17, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

In the wake of enormous devastation caused by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria, Team PRP recycler partners around the U.S. mobilized swiftly with an efficient strategy to offer assistance to those in urgent need. Immediately following Hurricane Harvey’s destructive impact in Texas, Team PRP locations gathered critical supplies and—usingAs Snyder’s employees received each delivery, numerous […]

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Maaco Adds 37th Florida Location

October 17, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

Maaco announced it has opened a new location in Port Charlotte, Fla. to serve the Southwest region of the state. It is the third location in the marketplace.  Owned by Jim and Susan McCulla, the new facility is located at 4356 Tamiami Trail. Maaco Auto Painting & Collision Repair is a part of the Driven […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Florida, MAACO, Network Affiliations

Ford Adds 46 New Collision Repair Parts to Truckload Program

October 17, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

Ford Customer Service Division’s (FCSD) Collision Parts Truckload Program, continues to grow with the addition of 46 new parts on October 1. The program, which will reach its 20th anniversary in November, debuted with 41 fascias but now boasts more than 700 parts.  “To have an OE parts program last two decades is a monumental […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Ford Motor Company, OEM Parts

CCC Leverages Artificial Intelligence to Support Total Loss Decisions

October 16, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

CCC Information Services Inc. (CCC) introduced today its Smart Total Loss solution, an Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered claims solution that uses and analyzes a single photo to help auto insurers predict a vehicle total loss in seconds, with superior accuracy, and without human intervention. According to the company, CCC Smart Total Loss uses deep learning […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Artificial Intelligence, CCC, Photo Estimating, Total Loss

1Collision Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in Minnesota

October 16, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

In addition to new location, 1Collision also announces two staff appointments. 1Collision Network announced the addition of Ed’s Collision and Glass in Maple Grove, Minn. Owned by Mike and Sandy Cox, the new location is the sixth collision center in Minnesota to affiliate with 1Collision. Jim Keller, Network President said, “Mike and Sandy are excellent […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: 1Collision Network, Minnesota, Network Affiliations, People

CARSTAR Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in New York State

October 16, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

CARSTAR Auto Body Repair Experts announced the opening of CARSTAR Ferber Automotive, located at 8120 Erie Road, Angola, N.Y. The facility owned by Thomas S. Ferber. “We continue to expand our presence in the upstate New York region and are proud to welcome CARSTAR Ferber Automotive and owner Thomas S. Ferber to our CARSTAR family,” […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: CARSTAR, Network Affiliations, New York State

Mitchell Releases Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Claim Review Solution

October 16, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

Integrated workflow solution analyzes and learns from photos to help identify correct replace and repair decisions.  Mitchell announced it has launched its WorkCenter Assisted Review, the first integrated workflow solution to leverage artificial intelligence for the estimate review process.  By using visual computing to analyze photos, the solution uses machine-learning technology to help identify incorrect […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Artificial Intelligence, Mitchell International, Photo Estimating, Tractable

American and European Motor Vehicle Parts Suppliers Call for Free Trade and Harmonized Standards

October 13, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

MEMA and CLEPA call for US and EU to harmonize vehicle safety and emission regulations In a joint statement released October 11, the U.S.-based Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) and the European Association of Automotive Suppliers (CLEPA) voiced support for free and fair trade, access to raw and finished materials, and harmonized safety and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: CLEPA, MEMA, Regulations, Safety

California Man Sentenced To Prison For Selling Counterfeit Airbags

October 13, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

Vitaliy Fedorchuk, 28, of Antelope, Calif., was sentenced by United States District Judge Kimberly J. Mueller to one year and one day in prison and a $5,000 fine for an international scheme to sell counterfeit airbags via eBay and other internet sales sites, United States Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced. According to court documents, between […]

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AutoClaims Direct Launches Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Division

October 13, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

AutoClaims Direct, (ACD) announced the launch of acdcorp.ai, a labs division within the company focused on rapid development and deployment of machine learning and computer vision for the auto claims industry. “Our industry leading technology provides one unified platform for multi-channel inspections including mobile self-service claims, virtual processing, field networks, collision repair and salvage. By […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: ACD, Artificial Intelligence

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