BOOK NOW!
Top industry figures support ‘next generation’ initiative
Sue Whyte, Founder of Clayms Ltd and Chris Payne, Head of Networks and Engineering – Home and Motor at LV= General Insurance are supporting ILC’s new ‘next generation’ meet and greet at the Motor Claims Showcase Event.
Taking place on Wednesday 29 June at the CBS Arena, Coventry the ILC/ARC360 Motor Claims Showcase Event – headline sponsored by Enterprise – includes a ‘next generation’ meet and greet session designed to support demographic diversity across the sector.
The event has also secured another big win with the announcement that GYS will unveil what it claims to be a breakthrough in riveting safety.
Capacity, cost and consolidation changing market
The latest NBRA Repairer Market Summary has highlighted capacity, cost and consolidation as the three factors impacting the industry most at the moment.
The report also revealed that parts availability problems are set to continue and, like Covid-19, could usher in a ‘new normal’, with repair times already up from 5-15 days to 15-45, and average mobility costs ballooning from £134pm to £247pm.
Motofix announces Stellantis approval
Motofix Group has added Stellantis to its list of 24 vehicle manufacturer approvals at selected sites.
Motofix is one of the UK’s largest independent groups, serving the Home Counties and South West, carrying out more than 17,400 repairs each year. Meanwhile, Stellantis comprises a range of leading automotive brands, including Chrysler, Fiat, Peugeot and Vauxhall.
Solera Audatex supports School of Thought
Solera Audatex has become an official corporate partner of School of Thought, which was founded to promote the industry to school leavers and address the skills crisis within the sector. Neil Garrett, UK Sales Director, will also become a School of Thought ambassador.
He said, “School of Thought are leading the way and I am delighted to be working with them to show the next generation just how exciting our industry can be.”
Vella Group launches 10th site
The Vella Group has cut the ribbon on its 10th bodyshop, a 14,000 sqft site in Bradford.
Vella Group Bradford, which also becomes the group’s third LV=General Insurance sole supply site, will be managed by Andy Pearson, who joins the group with a team of 12 technicians and three office staff.
GT Motive announces new training partnership
ILC partner GT Motive has partnered with School of Thought to help support, train, and attract young people into the automotive industry.
As part of the collaboration, GT Motive will offer students from Chesterfield College, Cardiff Vale College, Sandwell College and Coleg Gwent the opportunity to use its estimating platform as part of their learning.
Argo goes live with autonomous tech
Autonomous vehicle technology company Argo AI has introduced driverless services in US cities Miami and Austin, two of the eight cities in which it is developing the technology.
It has launched a range of customer-facing programmes to enable businesses to deploy its autonomous vehicles.
Bryan Salesky, Founder and CEO, Argo AI, said, “Argo is first to go driverless in two major American cities, safely operating amongst heavy traffic, pedestrians and bicyclists in the busiest of neighborhoods.”
Half of policyholders ‘misstate’ information
48% of UK motor insurance buyers think it is acceptable to ‘misstate’ information to secure a lower quote.
This is according to a survey of 1,500 motorists carried out by LexisNexis.
Aston Barclay reaffirms independent stance
Aston Barclay has responded to changes in the remarketing sector by restating its commitment to independent and transparent trading that ensures trust between themselves and customers.
Tom Marley, Chief Executive Officer, said, “An important agreement exists between our customers, both buyer and vendor, therefore that we remain impartial in the transaction. We facilitate it, provide a space for it to exist, and help both parties reach an agreement. We don’t think it appropriate that we compete with our customers. I can affirm that Aston Barclay remains resolutely independent.”
Register Now…
webinARC – products, equipment & services
1.30pm Wednesday 25 May
In this webinARC we explore the latest developments in repair products, equipment and services and ask our bodyshop representatives just what makes their businesses ‘tick’.
Featuring some of the UK’s fastest growing and leading bodyshops.
