Repairers turning attentions to carbon neutrality
AW Repair Group and Fix Auto Penzance are just two examples of repairers committing to the PAS 2060 Carbon Neutrality standard this week.
Fix Auto Penzance, working with ECA Business Energy, is on course to become one of the first vehicle repair centres in Cornwall and the West Country to be carbon neutral and attain the PAS 2060 standard.
Fix Auto Penzance was awarded the NBRA’s Green Bodyshop of the Year Award in 2019 following a programme of investment that included establishing a 30KW bank of solar panels to power the unit, converting its lighting to LEDs and implementing significant recycling measures.
Meanwhile, 10 site – soon to be 11, AW Repair Group – also working with ECA – has committed to becoming carbon neutral and is well on the way to achieving the PAS2060 standard.
Andrew Walsh, Founder & CEO, AW Repair Group said, “We have chosen to gain the PAS2060 standard across our wider group to ensure best practice and increased environmental benefits. Becoming carbon neutral aligns our commitment to being a responsible business while following the principles of our quality policy statement and CSR Policy.”
Covéa and Service Certainty collaborate on digital service
Covéa Insurance, in collaboration with Service Certainty, has introduced a new digital service to provide motor customers with faster payment on total loss claims.
Autoset allows customers to receive an SMS link that provides all essential information about their claim, including images and data used by engineers to assess the vehicle’s value. Customers can review and accept a settlement immediately. There is also the facility for customers to upload their own vehicle images and add information to the claim, should they wish.
Barry Street, Head of Claims Motor Engineers at Covéa Insurance, commented: “Autoset greatly improves the claims settlement process, putting the customer in the driving seat so they can take control of their claim and get a payout faster.”
Copart UK doubles capabilities in Scotland
Copart UK is set to double its operational capabilities in Scotland with a new Operation Centre near Glasgow.
Plans for a new 31-acre site in East Kilbride will support the company’s growth in Scotland, in addition to Copart’s existing Operation Centre in Whitburn, and sister company UPI based in Inverkeithing.
Expansion in Scotland is part of Copart’s ambitious growth programme to meet continued demand from its customers, including most of the UK’s major insurance companies.
Steer Tamworth achieves record result
Steer Automotive’s Tamworth site has achieved the British Standard BSI 10125 accreditation within six weeks of opening.
The business opened its doors on 4 January at which point it ‘didn’t have any qualified technicians, tooling or processes and so to achieve this important industry standard in such a short period of time is testimony to the hard work and effort of all concerned.’
WNS partners with By Miles
WNS Assistance has partnered with By Miles to manage claims for its connected car insurance policy using the real-time data of the vehicle.
WNS Assistance will deliver claims management solutions for the company’s pay-by-mile policies, aimed at drivers of connected cars who cover under 7,000 miles a year.
Keshav R Murugesh, Group CEO, WNS said, “The insurance industry is going through a metamorphosis across the globe. This partnership with By Miles for the world’s first connected car insurance is an excellent example of our capability.”
UK Automotive Careers Expo expanded
The organisers behind the British Motor Show have intorduced an exhibition to help support growth, diversity and regeneration in the sector as it emerges from lockdown.
Taking place alongside the British Motor Show, which will run from August 19-22 at Farnborough International, Hants, the UK Automotive Careers Expo aims to help the sector address a skills shortage, encourage more young people and women into the industry, and help those looking for new roles as lockdown and furlough schemes come to an end.
Andy Entwistle, CEO and Show Director, said: “The Automotive Careers Expo will be a massive part of what is gearing up to be one of the biggest UK Motoring Events of 2021.”
Ezi-Methods supports Gemini apprentices
Ezi-Methods has ensured all 62 VDA and Multi-Skilled apprentices within Gemini Accident Repair have access to its repair methods database, underpinned by support and guidance.
Following a workshop with Gemini’s 16 apprentice VDAs, Ezi-Methods provided direct access to its online repair methods solution and has now rolled out the solution to the 46 Multi-Skilled apprentices working across the company’s 29 repair centres.
Dan Dillon, training co-ordinator for Gemini Accident Repairs, said: “Following the correct procedures as laid out by Ezi-Methods is something that has to be instilled in all apprentices and skilled workers at the earliest opportunity. This support from Ezi-Methods cannot be underestimated as part of the learning process.”
