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Journey of an Insurance Claim for Students in Collision Estimating Training

Automotive Training Centre

Mastering the nuances of insurance claims allows students in collision estimating training to provide accurate estimates and ensure that vehicle repairs are processed efficiently. How does an insurance claim move from the initial report to the final payout? This step is vital because it forms the basis for the insurance payout.

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Seatbelt reminders are getting better

Auto Service World

Automakers have made significant strides in improving seat belt reminder systems since the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) began rating them in 2022, the group reported recently. IIHS President David Harkey attributed the rapid improvements to minor software updates that can make a big difference in safety.

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Remote Expert and MaxIFlash XLink Offer Quick Access to OE Software

Brake & Front End

Still, there are times when only OE tools and software can perform a vehicle service repair or calibration task. These advancements enable Experts to transmit software to the control module of a technician’s vehicle with sustained low latency if the car is down the block or thousands of miles away.

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Hyundai Genesis Dongle Causing Multiple Issues

Tomorrow's Technician

Often owners will install aftermarket dongles for insurance purposes, fuel monitoring, GPS tracking, or to monitor driving habits. Over The Air (OTA) update-related failures related to navigation and OTA software update. OTA rollback failure and unable to recover a module that attempted to install an OTA software update.

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The CDK Cyber Attack Hit More Than Dealers

Brake & Front End

I had no idea what CDK was until I made the connection that most of the parts pros complaining were at new car dealerships.CDK Global is a company that makes software to run new car dealerships called a DMS. The software is integrated into the sales, service and parts operations. It even handles the payroll for technicians.

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Considering Auto Body Estimating Training? See How Heavy Duty Estimation Differs

Automotive Training Centre

Their primary responsibilities include inspecting damage, writing estimates using specialized software, communicating with customers, and coordinating with insurance companies to ensure estimates meet industry standards and guidelines. Heavy-duty estimators need advanced diagnostic skills honed in auto body estimating training.

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The CDK Cyber Attack Hit More Than Dealers

Tomorrow's Technician

I had no idea what CDK was until I made the connection that most of the parts pros complaining were at new car dealerships.CDK Global is a company that makes software to run new car dealerships called a DMS. The software is integrated into the sales, service and parts operations. It even handles the payroll for technicians.

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