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According to the Auto Care Association Digital Factbook, in 2019 the market share of independent repair facilities for auto repairs was 70%, while the share of auto dealerships was 30%. They forecast for that ratio to stay the same in 2020, and only fall to 69.9% in 2021.
The new Giotto software update offers comprehensive support for MY24 vehicles.
Opus IVS launched the Giotto software's latest iteration, release 22.0, which integrates into its DriveSafe and DrivePro products. The newly enhanced Giotto release offers comprehensive support for MY24 vehicles, along with advanced system coverage across nearly every North American make, the company said. The latest content update brings the entire MY24 range of VW/Audi within reach, complemented by additional ADAS support for GM vehicles. Furthermore, Opus IVS has introduced enhanced EV coverage for GM trucks.
Among the products showcased at CES will be AAM’s electric drive units, e-Beam technology and component technology.
The integration allows repair shop staff members to gain valuable context to incoming phone calls and respond to customers accordingly.
The collaboration aims to accelerate the development and validation of software features and applications for the Software-Defined Vehicle.
The new catalogs use Epicor-validated, ACES-compliant data and an “Intelligent Search” feature to find the right part quickly.
The Epicor Commerce for Automotive platform features multi-seller support and parts lookups for distributors and their customers.
Marelli will present a variety of new technology at the CTI Symposium in Germany, Dec. 5-6.
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