The Canadian CARSTAR franchise network will celebrate its 30th anniversary in Victoria, BC by hosting its annual conference. Over the course of three days, the CARSTAR team, along with professionals from across the industry, will gather to celebrate this milestone, attend informational sessions and strengthen connections with one another during events like the vendor trade show.
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Decrease in Used Electric Vehicle Prices Coincides with an Increase in Total Loss Claims
June 4, 2024
Mitchell today released its Q1 2024 trends report: Plugged-In: EV Collision Insights. This quarter’s report provides an update on EV total loss frequency, which has risen since late last year as the price of used EVs has fallen. In the U.S. and Canada, EV total loss rates were 9.93% and 7.48% respectively—an increase of approximately 8% from Q4 2023 and 30% from Q3 2023 in both regions.
Comp industry wary of rise of migraine meds
May 16, 2024
In the article, Nikki Wilson says a big reason these meds are rising in comp is due to their effectiveness for treating injured employees who sustain traumatic brain injuries or other triggers on the claim related to migraines.
Fix Network Canada National Conference 2024
Fix Network Canada’s 2024 National Conference is a premier gathering for its insurance partners, suppliers, franchisees and other industry professionals. The event begins with an engaging expo, followed by days filled with keynote presentations, insightful panels and networking opportunities.
Midwest Collision Repair Trade Show 2024
The Midwest Collision Repair Trade Show & Conference rallies the five active Midwest state associations to deliver an exclusive event for collision repair professionals in Kansas City. At the show, business owners, managers and staff are encouraged to attend educational presentations hosted by notable voices in the industry and engage in hands-on projects and trainings to expand their knowledge.
Enlyte and Mitchell Honored as American Business Awards® Winners
April 29, 2024
Enlyte and Mitchell, an Enlyte company, have been recognized by the American Business Association with two prestigious Stevie® awards for excellence. This recognition underscores the organizations’ commitment to leveraging their comprehensive data and market expertise to serve the needs of the property and casualty industry.
Episode 11: Banking on the Automotive Aftermarket
April 29, 2024
Shop consolidation. Vehicle complexity. Rising repair costs. All these factors can affect investment strategy in the automotive aftermarket. Steve Huntzinger, co-founder of Dunham Lane Capital Partners, joins the podcast to highlight the opportunities and challenges impacting both the automotive collision industry and its investors.