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How To Land Clients As An Independent Auto Body Estimator

Automotive Training Centre

Carving your niche as an auto body estimator in the competitive collision industry can be challenging. But entering the industry as an independent contractor, where you’ll be in direct competition with giant insurance companies and other collision repair shops, can ramp up the pressure in multiple folds.

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How Outside Sales Can Drive Growth for Your Collision Shop

DRIVE

Most collision repair shops rely on a steady flow of insurance work and walk-in customers to keep their bays full. Whether its networking with local businesses, insurance agents, or fleet accounts, an outside sales strategy can significantly impact your bottom line. Now, consider insurance agents and adjusters.

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A Comprehensive Auto Body Shop Quality Control Checklist

Autoflow

Repair Process Checklist Adhering to quality collision repair procedures means every vehicle meets the same standards for safety and longevity without coming back in for a follow-up. This creates a stronger reputation for your auto repair shop with customers and insurers. Now, you’ll really wow your customers!

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From the Magazine: Collision repair at a crossroads

Auto Service World

Insurance claims, arguably the largest driver of revenue, were down which directly impacted collision topline. For instance, as vehicles become more complex, the cost of repairing crash parts with all the added sensors and technology might lead to higher total loss ratios as these cars depreciate.

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EV repair in the body shop

Tire Review Magazine

QuickJack is a line of portable lifts that are frame-engaging with an open center design, giving the operator the freedom to perform wheel, brake and suspension work, plus the convenience of under car access for collision repairs. The post EV repair in the body shop appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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EV repair in the body shop

Tire Review Magazine

QuickJack is a line of portable lifts that are frame-engaging with an open center design, giving the operator the freedom to perform wheel, brake and suspension work, plus the convenience of under car access for collision repairs. The post EV repair in the body shop appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.

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Mitchell Releases Latest EV Collision Trends Report

Tire Review Magazine

Many believe that auto insurers are writing EVs off as a total loss more often than their ICE counterparts of a similar model year and ACV, even with only minor damage,” Ryan Mandell, director of claims performance at Mitchell, said. The post Mitchell Releases Latest EV Collision Trends Report appeared first on Tire Review Magazine.