Mitchell announced two enhancements to its collision repair estimating solutions to clarify issues related to scanning and diagnostics. The first enhancement clarifies that the stated labor times in Mitchell Estimating do not include labor time specifically related to diagnostic scanning. The current release of the Mitchell Estimating solution will include updated Procedure Pages noting that […]
Auto Care Association and Coalition for Auto Repair Equality Concerned Vehicle Manufacturers Will Comply with Massachusetts Right to Repair Act
Expanded Model Year 2018 requirements include OEM diagnostic and repair software access using industry standard interfaces. The Auto Care Association and Coalition for Auto Repair Equality (CARE) are concerned that all vehicle manufacturers will be in compliance with new Right to Repair requirements that will take effect for 2018 and later model year vehicles in […]
PPG MVP Business Solutions Group Video Examines OEM Collision Repair Procedures, Diagnostics
The 2017 PPG MVP Conference featured a panel discussion in which representatives from Audi, Toyota, Mazda and Collision Diagnostic Services (asTech) discussed their positions on OE repair procedures, system diagnostics, and recalibration. In the video above you’ll hear from the experts as they take a deeper dive into the hundreds of onboard systems on […]
CIECA Announces Project to Incorporate Diagnostic Scan Data into the BMS Standards
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced it will begin work on a new project to implement the exchange and transmission of collision repair diagnostic scanning results within its Business Message Suite (BMS) standards. “Vehicle Scanning has become an integral part of the entire repair process on certain vehicles. Pre-repair and Post-repair scanning has […]
ASA Releases Position Statement on Diagnostic Scanning During Collision Repair
Supports pre- and post-scanning on all collision repairs until OEMs detail specific years, makes and models. Creates OEM position statement webpage. The Automotive Service Association’s (ASA) Collision Operations Committee has announced the following position statement on the issue of diagnostic scanning: “The Automotive Service Association supports the electronic scanning of all vehicles prior to and […]
Coalition of European Car Repair, Insurance, Leasing, Automotive Aftermarket Groups and Consumers Call for Robust Regulatory Framework for Vehicle Telematics Systems
Group believes regulation necessary to preserve competition with level-playing field to access vehicle diagnostics and data streams. Issue key for repair industry as need to diagnostic system access increases. A broad coalition of the automotive aftermarket industry and motorists representatives is calling upon the European Union (EU) to create a robust regulatory framework for an inter-operable […]
Equipment and Tool Institute Releases Position Statement Supporting Pre- and Post-Collision Repair Diagnostic Scanning
Position underlines association member concerns about timely, affordable OEM data access. The Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI) issued a position statement supporting the process of pre- and post- collision repair scanning of vehicles and raising concerns that some vehicle manufacturers restrict access to data or charge prices that are not affordable for the aftermarket to […]
CIC Committee Invites Stakeholders to Join Pre-Post Repair Scans & Diagnostic Repairs Task Force
The Collision Industry Conference (CIC) Emerging Technologies Committee has invited all those interested to participate in the Scanning & Diagnostics in Collision Repair Task Force. Approximately 30 participants, from segments including OEM’s, Repairers, Equipment companies, Trade Groups and Insurers, have been working together to discuss the topic, identify issues and possible solutions. The task force […]
Issue Spotlight: Vehicle Diagnostic Scans and Calibrations
NACE panel discussion on vehicle diagnostic scans, moderated by Mike Anderson, examines vehicle manufacturer and insurance company perspectives. This year’s International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) featured a panel discussion at the Main Stage on the show floor August 11 detailing the need for electronic system diagnostic scans before and after collision repairs. The panel, led by […]
NACE Panel to Discuss Importance of Pre- and Post-Collision Repair Scans, Calibration/Recalibration
Special presentation on Expo Floor will feature vehicle manufacturers and insurers detailing the requirements for pre and post-scans of collision damaged vehicles. Mike Anderson, consultant and president/owner of Collision Advice, will lead a panel of OEM and insurance representatives in a discussion about the need for pre- and post-repair scans, calibration/recalibration, and more. The intent […]