The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) boasts a long history of industry participation, efforts that extend beyond the borders of SCRS. It’s a type of leadership style that the Society has practiced since its earliest days, when founding members helped pioneer the concept of open, constructive dialogue with the insurance industry. The 2002-2003 SCRS […]
Colorado House Passes Salvage Vehicle Bill
On Thursday, April 25, the Colorado House passed a bill requiring the state to issue a title clearly stating that a salvaged vehicle was “rebuilt from salvage.” National Association of Independent Insurers (NAII) Northwest Regional Manager Michael Harrold said the amendment added to House Bill 1189 providing for the new title was a major improvement […]
NABC Takes Camp Mak-A-Dream Fundraiser to Sturgis Rally
Every year, motorcyclists from around the country assemble in Sturgis, South Dakota for perhaps the single biggest annual event held for motorcycle enthusiasts. The National Auto Body Council’s Collision Industry Foundation is organizing a fun way to raise money for the Camp Mak-A-Dream medical center project, by combining the excitement of the week-long Sturgis Rally […]
Mitchell International to Acquire Ensera
Mitchell International confirmed this morning that it has signed an agreement to purchase California based Ensera, Inc. The terms of the agreement were not released but the company did say that the transaction is expected to close in several weeks. Ensera, founded in 2000, acquired a few existing businesses including Go Media Inc., the owner […]
IIHS: Cosmetic Crash Parts Are Irrelevant To Auto Safety
According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) collision repair sheet metal, including fenders, door skins, bumper covers, and the like, are irrelevant to vehicle safety. According to the IIHS, the crash performance of parts from non-OE suppliers would have no impact compared to cosmetic parts from original-equipment manufacturers in terms of their safety. […]
Poll Finds 79 Percent Of Internet Users Want To Process Insurance Claims Online
ebix.com Inc. (Nasdaq:EBIX) yesterday announced that a recent poll show 79 percent of Americans using the Internet want to process insurance claims online. The poll was conducted on the ebix.com website, an insurance industry portal. The company believes this is a major shift in attitude among consumers. It is important to note, however, that the […]
Aftermarket Parts Lawsuits Hit Canada
AXA Canada and ING Canada named in class action. IBC to look at insurance company practices. Insurance companies in Canada are starting to feel the impact of the U.S. aftermarket parts class action trial that ended October 8th in Illinois with a $1.18 billion award against State Farm. Some recent Canadian events: A class action […]
Automotive Recyclers Believe Media and Insurers Fail to Report the Full Parts Story
The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) believes that following the verdict against State Farm, many in the media and insurance industry have misled the public about a potential monopoly for new OEM replacement parts absent the availability of aftermarket parts. How so? We have all forgotten about the value of recycled OEM replacement parts as a […]
Snap-on Incorporated Makes Announcement
Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE:SNA) announced yesterday that chairman, president and chief executive officer, Robert A. Cornog, underwent surgery this week and it was successful. He is expected to return to his full-time duties after a suitable recovery period. Donald S. Huml, senior vice president-finance and chief financial officer, temporarily will take on the oversight of day-to-day […]
Ford Purchases Hamilton, Ontario-Area Auto Recycler
John Norris from the Hamilton District Autobody and Repair Association (HARA) in Hamilton, Ontario reports that Ford of Canada has announced their entry into the Canadian auto recycling market with the purchase of Plazek Auto Recyclers of Caistor Centre, just outside of Hamilton. According to Norris, Plazek’s is a well known and respected auto recycler […]