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While EV Sales Slow, Insurance Claims Rise

Brake & Front End

Frame labor is added when technicians use a hydraulic frame machine to straighten both full ladder frame components and unibody structures. The post While EV Sales Slow, Insurance Claims Rise appeared first on Brake & Front End.

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While EV Sales Slow, Insurance Claims Rise

Tomorrow's Technician

Frame labor is added when technicians use a hydraulic frame machine to straighten both full ladder frame components and unibody structures. The post While EV Sales Slow, Insurance Claims Rise appeared first on Tomorrows Technician.

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Considering Auto Body Estimating Training? See How Heavy Duty Estimation Differs

Automotive Training Centre

Their primary responsibilities include inspecting damage, writing estimates using specialized software, communicating with customers, and coordinating with insurance companies to ensure estimates meet industry standards and guidelines.

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Power Steering Fluid Replacement

Brake & Front End

When the spool valve has torque applied to it, the openings get larger to apply more hydraulic force. Replacement reservoirs can be cheap insurance against a future failure your shop might have to warranty. This makes the pump work harder to generate more volume and pressure. This also creates heat.

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Suspension Replacement Cost & Key Warning Signs to Watch

RepairSmith

Car insurance and warranties: Standard auto insurance usually wont cover a suspension repair from everyday wear and tear. However, if the damage is caused by a collision or hitting a pothole, your car insurance may cover the repair minus your deductible. Can You Drive With a Bad Suspension System ?

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Annual Lift Inspections Protect Techs, Dealership and Customers

AutoSuccess

I find loose nuts, loose anchor nuts and hydraulic fluid leaks. On older units, I’ll find frayed cables, broken bolts on swing arms, lift stops that are not working, and hydraulic leaks.” “I come across brand-new lifts that have failed within a week of their installation,” Gibbons said. “I

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What to Look For When Choosing a Trusted MOT-Accredited Test Centre

Auto Service World

In addition, driving without a valid MOT may attract fines, penalty points, and even void your insurance. Driving without a valid MOT can result in fines, penalty points, and invalidates your insurance. Wear of brake components and hydraulic leaks are checked.

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