Of shops that negotiate for them, 61% are paid always or most of the time for jig rental, compared with 42% for jig assembly.
Honda has pulled more than 535,000 recalled inflators from salvage yards to keep them out of the replacement parts supply.
Dealership body shop sales edged up to $3.94 billion while average sales per repair order climbed to $1,264.
Body Builders Automotive walked away from every direct repair program to focus on customer education, co-owner Maria Quintero says.
Plus, Quality Collision Group names a West operations chief, and NABC trains nearly 140 first responders at IIHS.
Oklahoma Farm Bureau says whether the law is a good idea is a question for legislators, not the court.
Alliance data shows the EV fleet growing while Mitchell reports mild hybrid claims at a record share.
ASA swaps the trade-show floor for four rotating sessions built for independent shops.
Oklahoma Farm Bureau says whether the law is a good idea is a question for legislators, not the court.
Plus, Quality Collision Group names a West operations chief, and NABC trains nearly 140 first responders at IIHS.
New rule sets standards for vehicle inspections, repair estimates, appraisals, and total-loss settlements.
Recalls cover corroding VW and Audi steering rack bolts, loose Jeep Wagoneer roof crossbars, a Ford Explorer airbag, and F-150 axle parts.
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