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Driven Authority Motorsports is an independent auto repair & performance shop. We have an immediate opening for a Qualified Automotive technician. This is an exciting opportunity to work for a fast growing company. We are seeking someone who: -Is a team player -Must have at least 5+yrs diagnostic experience -Is a motivated self-starter with a demonstrated passion to work hard -Can learn quickly and take direction well -ASE Certifications are preferred -Can work effectively in a fast-paced continually changing environment -Understands the need to work quickly and perform tasks correctly the first time -Has a clean driving record; drug free (pre-employment drug testing required) -Experienced working on foreign and domestic automobiles as well as light, medium and trucks -Has a great attitude! Visit Driven Authority to drop off resume in person. Send your resume fax to number below. 3169 Fitzgerald rd Rancho Cordova Ca 95742 ...read more
By Driven Authority Motorsports Inc May 20, 2014
Insurance Claims
A little background:Since the early ‘90s, the auto collision repair industry has become infiltrated by the insurance companies seeking to reduce payouts. Due to the infiltration, repair shop profits are almost non-existent. Unfortunately, some repair shops have resorted to sub-standard repairs to make their insurance partners happy which has resulted in poor unsafe vehicle repairs.It has divided the industry and created two types of repair shops Types of collision repair shopsDRP or Contract Shops often referred to as “Preferred” – These shops recognize the insurance company as their customer since they rely on their insurance partners for job referrals, rather than earning the respect for themselves. If given the choice to decide between what is right for the vehicle repair or what the insurance company has told them, the shop WILL choose the latter! NON-Preferred or NON-Contract Shop – These shops recognize the vehicle owner as their customer and will repair your vehicle by their own professional repair standards in a manner consistent with the manufacturer guidelines and accepted industry practices. They favor the vehicle owner rather than being in the back pocket of the insurance companies. BEFORE FILING THE CLAIM:Choose a repair shop.There are many different factors to consider when choosing a shop, such as quality, speed, price, service, warranty, length of time in business and so on. You should NEVER choose a shop because they “work” with the insurance company. This means they do not work for you! ALWAYS ask your friends, relatives and colleagues who has a reputation for quality repairs and service. This means they do not work for you! If you have experience with a collision repair shop and you trust them, give them the opportunity to tell their side of the story. This may benefit you! Use caution when asking an insurance company for a referral. Remember that they owe you money and may not refer you to a reputable repair shop. Lastly, choose a shop where the owner or manager loves what they do! Ask them What if my insurance company’s estimate is lower than my shop’s estimate?Keep in mind that your vehicle is damaged and it is impossible to write a complete, accurate estimate prior to disassembly. Disassembly allows for a thorough inspection. So, don’t be alarmed by a low estimate. Remember that the insurance company is simply preparing a reserve of loss and not an estimate to repair a vehicle and most appraisers are no repair professionals. Some insurance companies may hire third party appraisers. These appraisers are hired and paid by the insurance company to prepare estimates according to the insurance company guidelines. They do not work for you so they do not have your best interest in mind. Do I have to use aftermarket, reconditioned or used parts? Absolutely NOT. However, you may have agreed to this in your contract with your insurance company, and YOU may be responsible for the additional cost if you are not willing to accept those parts, or if your repair shop will not use them. If you are third party, then you do not have such a contract, and it is up to YOU to negotiate this with the at-fault party or their insurance company. Keep in mind that aftermarket or reconditioned parts may void your manufacturer’s warranty, compromise your safety, and further diminish the value of your vehicle. Circle of Propaganda The insurance company said the repairs would be better and faster and come with a lifetime warranty and so on and so on if you use the insurance contract shop. The insurance company says that you charge for things that are not necessary or charge more than everyone else. The insurance company said that I would have to pay out of pocket if I choose my own shop. The insurance company said they would not warranty the repairs if I choose your shop.The insurance company said that I would have to wait for an appraiser if I choose your shop. The insurance company said that your company was difficult to work with or doesn’t follow normal procedures. The insurance company said that repairs would take longer if I use the shop of my choice. The insurance company will not return my phone calls.The insurance company says the shop won’t deal with them. That repairs shop is not on our preferred list. Your shop will not work from the insurance company estimate. The insurance company said they would terminate my rental if I choose your shop.The insurance company said that your repair shop would not take our phone call. The shop you chose requires our staff to sign in and we don’t sign in! ALL of these items are simply propaganda to coerce or intimidate YOU into doing what the insurance company wants you to do. If you are hearing this, you may be the victim of insurance abuse. These tactics are called steering and In California State it’s against the law. If you are hearing these things about the shop YOU choose, that is a good sign that the shop works for you and not the insurance company! You are much more likely to obtain a complete and safe repair from this type of repair facility. Keep in mind that you should avoid any shop who claims to handle the claim for you. Insurance companies hire and train skilled negotiators to get their way. You do NOT want a repair shop that has signed agreements with the insurance companies or agrees to handle your claim. Keep in mind that a quality repair cannot be had at a budget price. After you have filed the claim, if the insurance company has scared or confused you at this point, we suggest that you contact your chosen repair shop to discuss any of your concerns as mentioned by the insurance company. IT’S YOUR VEHICLE, YOUR CHOICE! While this process may seem difficult or overwhelming, it’s much easier to handle before and during the repairs rather than trying to remedy a bad repair. It is recommend that you: Be cautious giving statements to an insurance company. Document ALL conversations via recording or via email. Some large insurance companies may even try to convince that they do not have email capability when, in fact, they are a multi-billion dollar company operating in the 21st century. Lastly, seek the advice of a reputable attorney if you are unsuccessful in convincing an insurance company that you will stick to the shop of your choice. ...read more
By ASC Auto Repair October 22, 2013