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Numbers don’t show that safety technology leads to lower repair costs
February 25, 2018 by Jason ContantIt’s a common thing to hear in Canada’s P&C insurance industry: Although auto repair costs will increase in the short term because of advanced safety technologies installed in today’s vehicles, over the long haul, the frequency of incidents should decrease…
How a new breed of car repair technician can drive down insurers’ repair costs
February 21, 2018 by Jason ContantNewer technology in vehicles is creating the need for a different skill set in collision repair facilities, something that could ultimately affect vehicle repair times for insurers. “This technology that is in the car now from a safety perspective brings…
Why it costs more to fix your insured’s car (Hint: it’s not just the gadgets)
February 20, 2018 by Jason ContantAddressing the entire vehicle safety system after an auto collision, and not just one component like a sensor, may be contributing to longer auto repair times and higher costs for insurers, Mitchell International said Thursday. Jerry Gastineau, content manager with…
One way car repairs may become cheaper
February 20, 2018 by Jason ContantVehicles with special materials such as high-strength steels, aluminum and carbon fibres are now contributing to an increase in severity potential and repair costs, but these costs may eventually decrease, Mitchell International said on Thursday. Preliminary data is showing the…