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BMW just expanded its restricted parts list to include 3 Series and other models. That's the kind of bulletin that lands in your inbox quiet but hits your margins hard. Rhode Island's total loss bill is also waiting for the governor's signature, which would raise the threshold and force insurers to acknowledge OEM repair procedures in writing.
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1. BMW expands restricted parts to 3 Series and other models
BMW sent a memo to Certified Collision Repair Centers (CCRC) expanding which parts it restricts on repairs. If you work on BMW 3 Series or other affected models, you'll need OEM parts instead of aftermarket for certain components. This changes what you can bill and when you can source locally. Pull the CCRC document from BMW and cross-check your current work queue.
Mark says: Flag every BMW 3 Series estimate in queue; verify parts against the new CCRC list before you commit to a customer delivery date.
2. Rhode Island total loss bill awaits governor's signature
The Rhode Island legislature passed a bill that expands insurer obligations, raises the total loss threshold, and requires written recognition of OEM repair procedures and documented costs. If signed, this becomes law and shifts the negotiating ground in supplements and denials. Other states watch RI closely. This is the kind of legislative win that starts getting copied.
Mark says: Save the RI bill text; use it in your next supplement rebuttal to any insurer citing it as precedent.
3. State Farm rolls out crash data sharing for Toyota and Lexus
State Farm now lets owners of 2020 or newer Toyota and Lexus vehicles opt in to share accident data. This accelerates claims processing for eligible customers. It also gives the insurer faster visibility into what happened, which can affect liability and repair scope discussions on your end. Watch for claims to move faster and insurers to cite data patterns in denials.
Mark says: Expect Toyota and Lexus claims through State Farm to move faster and carry more detailed insurer data; adjust your timeline expectations and communication cadence.
4. United ADAS Collective launches on-demand training courses
Revv has rolled out new on-demand ADAS courses through the United ADAS Collective (UAC). This means your team can access practical ADAS training without waiting for an in-person class or conference schedule. Training gaps on ADAS fundamentals are still a major hiring and liability headache. On-demand removes the excuse.
Mark says: Enroll your team in at least one UAC course this quarter; on-demand access means no scheduling excuses for staying current on ADAS fundamentals.
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists has opened registration for its 2026 Repairer Driven Education series at the SEMA Show (November 3-6). Nineteen sessions are available. These are peer-taught, practical deep dives on everything from ADAS calibration to supplements to legislative updates. This is where you get educated by shops that have already fought your fight.
Mark says: Block November 3-6 on your calendar and sign up for RDE sessions now; early registration is cheaper and the good slots fill fast.
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