Brake & Front End

JULY 30, 2024

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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Tomorrow's Technician

JULY 30, 2024

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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Software Insurance Car Dealership Retail 246

Solera

AUGUST 29, 2024

When it comes to insurance claims, determining whether a vehicle is a total loss or repairable can be a time-consuming, costly, and complex process. Insurers face various pain points during this assessment, including lengthy inspections, redundant assessments, and time-consuming routes for the adjusters to travel to each site.

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Insurance Vehicle Utilities Software 100

Automotive Training Centre

MAY 10, 2024

Introduction to DataTouch’s Data Pump Manager DataTouch LLC , a Software as a Service (SaaS) provider established in 2022 , focuses on offering solutions tailored for the collision repair industry. – VINAnonymize: Protects customer vehicle information from appearing on vehicle history reporting services like Carfax and AutoCheck. .

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Auto Service World

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

With the global vehicle repair and maintenance market steadily growing, building a scalable, well-structured business is essential for long-term success. Invest in technology, such as automotive repair software, to streamline scheduling, invoicing, and diagnostics.

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Automotive Training Centre

OCTOBER 6, 2023

As discussed in this blog, graduates can find work in various automotive settings, such as independent auto repair shops, insurance companies, and car dealerships. In a dealership setting, an auto body estimator’s role is to help customers navigate repairs after an accident and appraise vehicles for trade-ins.

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Automotive Training Centre

JULY 11, 2024

This concept contrasts with the traditional model of personal vehicle ownership. By paying only for what they use, individuals save on expenses related to car ownership, such as maintenance, insurance, and fuel. Optimizing vehicle usage and encouraging eco-friendly modes like biking and scootering promotes a greener environment.

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AutoInc.

JANUARY 31, 2025

Stay updated on industry advancements and consider upgrading your tools and software to enhance efficiency. Payroll software can handle tasks such as calculating wages, withholding taxes, and distributing paychecks, freeing up valuable time for you and your staff.

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Tomorrow's Technician

AUGUST 6, 2024

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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Software Insurance Car Dealership Retail 130

AutoSuccess

OCTOBER 31, 2024

It features extensive vehicle coverage, a service menu with over 40 guided resets, adaptations, and coding functions. The tablet also offers secure gateway access for late-model Nissan, Stellantis, Volkswagen and Audi vehicles, OE-equivalent active tests, and special functions. The MaxiSYS 906 MAX, set to be shipped by Autel on Nov.

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Auto Service World

DECEMBER 7, 2024

To gather evidence at a car accident scene, photograph vehicle damage, road conditions, and injuries. This is a step when dealing with insurance claims and any legal actions that might follow. Ensure that images are captured that specifically showcase any damage to vehicles, the condition of the road, and any visible signs of injuries.

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Car Insurance Vehicle Software 130

Solera

JUNE 27, 2024

Sincerely, William Brower SVP Global Industry Relations & NA Claims M: 469-815-1653 | william.brower@solera.com About APU Solutions: APU provides essential software, data, and analytics to insurers and collision shops for efficient vehicle repair estimates.

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Insurance Vehicle Repair Software Management 130

Solera

JUNE 27, 2024

Sincerely, William Brower SVP Global Industry Relations & North America Claims M: 469-815-1653 | william.brower@Solera.com | solera.com About APU Solutions: APU provides essential software, data, and analytics to insurers and collision shops for efficient vehicle repair estimates.

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Insurance Vehicle Repair Software Management 130

Solera

MARCH 12, 2025

The average person typically references their cars Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) when obtaining insurance, ordering parts from the dealership, or reviewing the corresponding vehicle history report. The guide below features a comprehensive VIN year chart designed to help mechanics quickly decode vehicle manufacturing years.

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Auto Service World

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

EVs, autonomous vehicles While EVs will significantly impact OEM insourcing and the number of parts required to manufacture vehicles, certain automotive aftermarket categories and vehicle channels are more vulnerable to negative change over time, the report highlighted. This will likely primarily benefit the OEM service model.”

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

BMW has already put more than 14 million telematic-equipped vehicles on the world’s roads over the past quarter-century. Unfortunately, all of these vehicles had an analog cellular phone connection until analog cellular providers phased out analog services in 2008. New owners can contact BMW to start the service on a used vehicle.

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Autoflow

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Dallas, TX – Autoflow announces its partnership with American Auto Guardian, LLC (AAGI), an industry leader in developing, marketing, and administering vehicle service contracts and other automotive aftermarket products. AAGI’s commitment to offering outstanding customer service makes the partnership with Autoflow a perfect pairing.

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Solera

AUGUST 26, 2024

Obtaining business insurance coverage can help protect your company. General liability, commercial property, and worker’s compensation are the three most common types of business insurance. If you choose to purchase a fleet of service loaner vehicles for your customers, look into commercial auto insurance.

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Autoflow

AUGUST 21, 2024

The iDVI platform, known for its ability to streamline the claims adjudication process, is now seamlessly integrated with PCMI’s PCRS claims module, which is widely used for managing and administering vehicle service contracts, warranties, and other F&I products.

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Solera

JUNE 12, 2023

Success and profitability in the trucking business start with your decisions in choosing and acquiring your vehicles and setting up your trucking operation. Vehicle Initially, you must decide whether to buy or lease your trucks. The most common way to acquire commercial vehicles is through one of three leasing agreements.

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Autoflow

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Instead, gain their confidence by delivering their vehicles in the condition they expect and pay for. Documentation – Quickly and accurately record pre-existing damage with photographs and written descriptions with a digital vehicle inspection (DVI). Now you’ve just given them the chance to not trust your shop.

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AutoSuccess

DECEMBER 15, 2023

These provide additional coverage and protection for certain vehicle components or services not covered by or beyond the manufacturer’s original warranty. When broken down by specific product categories, retired individuals purchase products focused on safeguarding their vehicles. GAP Insurance 1.50 GAP Insurance 1.07

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Solera

JUNE 25, 2024

These reference materials factor in the nature of the job, the vehicle’s age, make, and model, the average automotive technician’s skill level, and the desired timeframe as expressed by the customer. As new vehicles arrive on the market and in service lanes, labor time guides update to reflect servicing the latest technology.

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Mechanic Auto Repair Shop Service Advisor Auto Repair 130

Tire Review Magazine

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Anyline announced the launch of its Tire & Vehicle Analytics platform, which it said delivers real-time insights for automotive service providers, fleet operators and OEMs. Anyline said this software is already used by automotive companies to digitize data from hundreds of millions of vehicles every year.

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AutoSuccess

MAY 16, 2024

Dominion DMS , a provider of innovative solutions for franchised automotive dealers, announced a strategic partnership with Gather , an auto industry identity and insurance verification and transfer solution.

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Insurance Finance Software Automotive 52

Solera

MAY 21, 2024

Solera and Axalta partner together to accurately calculate CO2 emissions per vehicle repair. WEST LAKE, TX – MAY 10, 2024 – Solera, the global leader in vehicle lifecycle management, today announced a strategic partnership with Axalta (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings.

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AutoSuccess

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

As we reflect on the 2024 automotive landscape, its clear that dealerships faced a year of significant challenges and transformations, particularly in finance and insurance (F&I). Vehicle service contracts emerged as a focal point.

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Tomorrow's Technician

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

ADAS is not a new concept, but the technology has evolved significantly in recent years, with manufacturers integrating more advanced features into their vehicles. ACC uses radar or cameras to detect the distance between the two vehicles and adjust the speed accordingly. How Does ADAS Work?

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AutoSuccess

JULY 18, 2024

Botdoc , a developer of end-to-end encrypted communication, announced it has partnered with KPA , a compliance software and solutions company, to provide auto dealerships with an affordable, seamless and FTC-compliant solution to manage their consumer data. Additionally, customer documents (drivers’ license, insurance, stips, etc.)

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Solera

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Fast-forward to today, and sustainability has gone from an optional to a must-have for most industries, including automotive and insurance. The conversation underscored the importance of parametric insurance analytics solutions, which can provide coverage for climate-related events that traditional insurance often overlooks.

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The Mechanic Doctor

JUNE 27, 2023

Insurance Coverage Protecting your assets and mitigating potential risks is crucial in the trucking industry. Research and purchase appropriate insurance coverage for your trucking company. This may include liability insurance, cargo insurance, and workers’ compensation insurance.

Trucking 52

Trucking Insurance Finance Transportation 52

AutoSuccess

JANUARY 24, 2024

Gray, an American insurance salesman and motivational speaker. For thousands of dealers, the answer is using digital vehicle portfolios (DVP). The DVP is the comprehensive toolkit your sales team needs to deliver promptly to customers the vehicle-specific information they want. One of my favorite quotes is by Albert E.

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Auto Remarketing

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Compared to a year ago, according to Cox Automotive, inventory is up by approximately 914,000 vehicles, which correlates to an increase in day supply from 57 to 72 days. For the 11th straight month, the average transaction price (ATP) for a new vehicle in the U.S. And that analysis should not be limited to new cars.

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AutoSuccess

OCTOBER 1, 2024

By integrating Sincro’s technology offerings into its existing suite of best-in-class products and services, DealerOn is positioned to continue providing dealerships with a more comprehensive set of digital tools, including enhanced website, vehicle inventory, advertising, retailing and SEO capabilities. Canaccord Genuity Group Inc.

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Telecommunication Retail Hospitality Automotive 52

DRIVE

JULY 8, 2024

Adequate space for storing parts and vehicles awaiting service is also essential. This includes the advancement of EV vehicles. Using management Playbook software to track KPI’s (key performance indicators), employee management actions, productivity of your team and schedule tasks can also enhance your shop’s efficiency.

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Insurance Management Customer Service Media 52

AutoSuccess

JANUARY 22, 2024

Ultimate ADAS combines Hunter’s standard-setting alignment technology with an efficient and easy-to-use guided target placement system for around-the-vehicle coverage, the release stated. Many common and time-consuming manual adjustments are now automated, such as height, roll, pitch and yaw.

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AutoSuccess

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Ultimate ADAS combines Hunter’s standard-setting alignment technology with an efficient and easy-to-use guided target placement system for around-the-vehicle coverage. Gimbal-mounted lasers are the key component, replacing the inexact guesswork of strings, plumb bobs and tape measures to cut setup time by 70% for some procedures.

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