EVs and the insurer perspective
More than nine out of 10 attendees at ARC360’s specialist EV event, EV-olution, predicted a ‘noticeable’ or ‘significant’ increase in electric vehicle claims in the next two years.
However, most do not foresee EVs becoming the majority of their claims/work mix for some time yet.
It is exactly this variable volume and unknowable timeline that has left many businesses in a state of uncertainty – committing to EVs is costly and for many there is no guarantee of a swift return on an investment.
NBRA announces Rowley as director
The National Body Repair Association has announced that Martyn Rowley has been appointed as new Director.
He takes over from Chris Weeks, who has become Managing Director of the Evolution Repair Group.
e2e introduces daily reports
e2e has partnered with Incited to transform the way insurers can interrogate and apply total loss data to inform business decision making.
It has innovated its management information and reporting function to ensure vehicle loss data is updated every 24 hours.
Copart opens new Staffordshire site
Copart UK is now operating from a new 10-acre site in Staffordshire.
The new facility will provide the company with storage for an additional 7,000 vehicles per annum in Hixon, boosting vehicle storage capacity in the West Midlands by 15%.
EVs drive used car revival
Surging sales of electric vehicles powered a 4.1% rise in the UK’s used car market in the second quarter of the year.
According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, 1,832,267 units changed hands between April and June, with used electric vehicle sales soaring by 81.8% to 30,645 units.
Copart secures IMI accreditation
Copart UK has become an IMI-approved EV training provider. It is now able to deliver IMI TechSafe electric and hybrid vehicle training across its nationwide Operation Centres.
Copart will initially focus on Level 2 and Level 3 training.
Fix Auto UK expands Northern Ireland presence
Fix Auto UK has doubled the number of its repair centres in Northern Ireland with the announcement that Crash Repair Saintfield will now operate as Fix Auto Saintfield.
The 6,000 sqft repair centre includes two spraybooths and six workbays and repairs up to 20 vehicles a week.
Nationwide Vehicle Recovery Assistance extends WHU partnership
Nationwide Vehicle Recovery Assistance has extended its vehicle collision recovery and storage management partnership with West Ham United.
The relationship goes back eight years, with Nationwide Vehicle Recovery Assistance becoming an official Club Partner last year.
Thatcham Research joins 3D printing task force
Thatcham Research has joined the 3D Printing Task Force for the Automotive Collision Repair Industry.
The task force brings together experts in 3D printing and automotive to support collaboration, idea-sharing, and the development of safe and regulated practices.
IMI welcomes Electric Vehicles inquiry
The IMI has welcomed the news that the government is launching an inquiry into the challenges of EV adoption.
It has urged the enquiry to focus on incentives, price and availability, charging infrastructure and end-of-life disposal.
Understanding BS10125
The BSI has produced a podcast explaining the vehicle repair standard, BS10125.
Matthew Chiles and Cindy Parokkil highlight the 10 things businesses need to know about the industry standard.
Fix Auto UK acquires Fix Auto Cheltenham
Fix Auto UK has taken over as the majority shareholder in Fix Auto Cheltenham.
The network has bought the shares from businessman Andrew Emery, while fellow director Kieran Humphries will retain his shares and position as Operations Director.
IMI CEO inducted into Hall of Fame
IMI CEO Steve Nash has been welcomed into The Motoring Hall of Fame in recognition of his work for the automotive industry.
He said, “I am committed to helping to improve standards in our industry and the service we provide to motorists and will continue to champion the importance of professionally competent technicians to support the evolution of the motor industry and the growth of the sector, whatever challenges may lie ahead.”
BMW trials hydrogen vehicles
BMW is piloting a fleet of nearly 100 hydrogen vehicles. The BMW iX5 offers a range of 313 miles, with the 700-bar tanks able to be filled up in three to four minutes.
Thatcham Research gears up for industry rallies
Thatcham Research is restoring a Mazda MX5 ahead of the AutoRaise and Bangers4Ben rallies, which start on 7 September and 7 October respectively.
The Mazda was donated by Copart UK.
Vehicle recalls added to MOTs
The Drivers and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has announced that vehicle recalls will now appear on MOT test certificates to enhance road safety.
AI cameras catch 297 drivers in three days in Cornwall
A new artificial intelligence (AI) camera caught almost 300 drivers breaking the law in its first three days of operation.
The camera, installed on the A30 in Cornwall, caught motorists using their mobile phones or not wearing seatbelts.
New webinar to provide unique AI insight
ARC Support Services will host a webinar at 7pm on Wednesday, 21 August examining the software available that can help individuals and businesses achieve better outcomes.
Healey heading to golf final
Fix Auto Birmingham East owner Ben Healey along with Dave Underwood of Turner Aviation, Clayton Redhead of Dunlop Aircraft Tyres, and Anthony Cunnington of Swift Abrasives secured their place at the final of the Ezi Methods Golf Challenge after topping the annual Fix Auto UK golf competition at The Belfry.
People
Nikolay Boychev has been named Senior Body Repair Network Compliance Manager at Tesla.
OUTSORC has appointed Mark Shaw as Global Product Manager.
Ash Holmes has been appointed as Senior Research Engineer at Thatcham Research.
