by adminpars | Jan 31, 2012 | News
In the past decade, the percentage of claims handled by dealership and single-location independent body shops has declined, while the percentage handled by multi-shop operations (MSOs) has doubled. In 2000, according to CCC Information Services, independent shops...
by adminpars | Jan 31, 2012 | News
We’re just weeks away from the inaugural PDR TechConnect Conference, your chance to get information, ideas and connections to succeed as a PDR technician. The event will offer the latest PDR tips and techniques as well as a chance to network with your peers and...
by adminpars | Jan 27, 2012 | News
An article in a BBC news magazine asks, “How close are we to a crash-proof car?” It quotes a Volvo technical adviser who says the automaker has pledged that after 2020, no one will be killed or seriously injured in one of the automaker’s new cars....
by adminpars | Jan 25, 2012 | Company News
Auto insurance companies and collision repair shops have long recognized the importance and value of ongoing training through I-CAR. Allstate Insurance, for example, has required its adjusting staff to maintain the Gold Class Professionals designation, earned by...
by adminpars | Jan 24, 2012 | News
Because strong used car values allow for higher repair costs before a damaged vehicle hits the total loss threshold, the steep rise in used car prices since early 2009 has been good news for those working on vehicles. Manheim Consulting tracks used vehicle pricing...
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