Total Loss: Q1 2018

June 11, 2018

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The chart below illustrates the total loss data for both vehicle age and actual cash value of total loss vehicles processed through Mitchell servers.

Average Vehicle Age in Years

Average Vehicle Total Loss Actual Cash Value

Mitchell WorkCenter™ Total Loss gives your claims organization a statistically-driven, fully-automated, web-based total loss valuation system that generates fair, market-driven values for loss vehicles. It combines J.D. Power and Associates’ data analysis and pricing techniques with Mitchell’s recognized leadership in physical damage claims processing solutions. Mitchell WorkCenter™ Total Loss helps you reduce settlement time and improve customer satisfaction. www.mitchell.com

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