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Collision Repair
BMW now restricts structural parts for 3 Series, 4 Series, X3, X4, and all M and BMWi models. Only certified shops with specialized training can access them. Here's what it means for your repair — and why it supports your right to OEM parts.
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Rhode Island's legislature has passed bills raising the total loss threshold from 80% to 85%. If signed by the governor, it would give consumers more control over whether their vehicle gets repaired or totaled. The insurance industry is pushing back.
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A new Texas rule implementing the Right to Appraisal would let insurers offer their own umpire selection methods — raising concerns about independence and fairness. Here's what it means for policyholders.
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A recent industry survey found 57% of shops reported State Farm reducing labor rates without explanation — and that's just the beginning. Here's what vehicle owners need to know about how State Farm's practices may be affecting their claims.
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