Kinetic announced the launch of an AI-powered imaging system designed to speed up the collision repair estimating process. The system, called Kinetic Vision, uses computer vision to scan damaged vehicles and create 3D digital models. The company’s data analytics system, Kinetic Intelligence, then generates repair estimates, which are reviewed by estimators before being sent to […]
AASP/NJ to Present Estimating Accuracy Essentials Workshop February 5
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey (AASP/NJ) will kick off its educational program for 2025 with a new estimating workshop designed to help maximize repair planning success. The Estimating Accuracy Essentials 2025 workshop will be held Wednesday, February 5 from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Indasa USA Academy in Fairfield, N.J. […]
ATI Unveils Estimate Scrubber Tool for Collision Repair Shop Owner Clients
ATI, the wholly owned company of Driven Brands (NASDAQ: DRVN) that provides the coaching, training, and consulting for independent automotive repair and collision shop owners, announced the launch of its Estimate Scrubber tool. This tool is set to transform the estimation process for collision shop owner clients, ensuring greater accuracy, compliance, and profitability in a […]
CCC Adds Vehicle Build Sheet Data to Streamline Collision Repair Process
New offering integrates detailed vehicle information into CCC ONE. CCC Intelligent Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: CCCS) announced the launch of CCC Build Sheets, a new solution designed to streamline the repair process. Integrated directly into CCC ONE, CCC Build Sheets provides collision repairers with detailed vehicle specifications based on the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), helping them […]
Rhode Island OEM Parts Bill Passes State Senate
Bill would prohibit insurers from refusing OEM parts usage on vehicles 48-72 months old. Rhode Island Senate Bill 2440 (SB 2440), that seeks to amend Section 27-10.2-2 of Chapter 27 of the Rhode Island General Laws dealing with motor vehicle replacement parts, was approved by the full Senate on May 7. The bill, introduced on […]
Kritech and NCS SSI Introduce Virtual Total Loss
Tool expedites estimation of non-repairable vehicles for collision repair centers. National Coatings & Supplies / Single Source, Inc. (NCS SSI) and Kri-Tech Solutions, LLC announced the introduction of Virtual Total Loss, a productivity and profit enhancement tool for collision repair centers. Virtual Total Loss enables collision repair professionals to streamline workflows by outsourcing estimates for […]
DataTouch Launches Data Pump Manager for Collision Repair Facilities
DataTouch LLC announced the commercial release of its Data Pump Manager, a new technology that provides control over software data pumps that have been installed on a collision repair facility’s computer system. Data Pump Manager is designed to share only the correct estimate and needed repair information to conduct business with each service provider. Pete […]
ASA Says FTC Proposed Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees Could Penalize Collision Repair Facility Operators for Supplements
Association suggests revisions to proposed rule that clarify supplements after repairs begin would not be a violation of the rule. The Automotive Service Association (ASA) commented on a Federal Trade Commission proposed rule that seeks to prohibit unfair or deceptive practices relating to fees on goods or services. In its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) […]
Interview: CCC’s Dan Risley Details New Data Privacy Feature
Collision repair facilities are able to remove sensitive data before sharing with third parties. CCC Intelligent Solutions Inc. (CCC) announced today the availability of an enhanced data security feature for collision repairers writing estimates on cccone.com. The new feature provides repairers with the ability to redact the last six digits of a Vehicle Identification Number […]
CIECA Reactivates Vehicle Damage and Imaging/Estimating Committee
Industry stakeholders invited to participate. The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced the reactivation of the Standards Development Committee focused on Vehicle Damage and Imaging (VDI)/Estimating. The committee will be chaired by CIECA Past Chair Phil Martinez, principal technical consultant at Mitchell International, an Enlyte Company. “Now that new CIECA API Standards (CAPIS) are […]