Insights
Plugged-In: EV Collision Insights 2025 Year in Review
3 MIN READ
After several years of steady growth, the battery electric vehicle (BEV) market experienced significant volatility in 2025. Automotive manufacturers scaled back investments—including Ford with its F-150 Lightning end of production announcement—and the U.S. and Canada rescinded tax credits designed to boost consumer demand for BEVs. While brands like GM, Honda and Volkswagen experienced modest BEV sales gains, overall adoption slowed. In the U.S., BEV purchases declined by approximately 2% from 2024 and with more electrified alternatives, Tesla’s market share also dropped to 46.2% from 48.7% in 2024.
Plugged-In: EV Collision Insights Q3 2025
3 MIN READ
Claims frequency for repairable, collision-damaged battery electric vehicles (BEVs) rose to 3.21% in the U.S.—an all-time high and increase of 4.2% year over year. Predictably, new BEV purchases surged, jumping 36% compared to Q3 2024 as many American consumers capitalized on the $7,500 tax credit that expired on September 30. Several large automakers including GM, Ford, Kia and Hyundai reported record-breaking BEV sales in Q3 with Hyundai posting a 153% annual increase in September BEV purchases.
MSO Symposium 2025
The MSO Symposium brings together high-growth executives from small, regional and national multi-site operators (MSOs) across North America.
Episode 17: Claims Crossroads: Understanding Market Trends
Are there fewer auto accidents or just fewer insurance claims? Host Ryan Mandell welcomes Olga Yuskevych, manager of automotive and mobility at Boston Consulting Group, and Josh Meyer, vice president of strategy and innovation at LKQ Corporation, to answer that question and explore trends reshaping the collision industry. Together, these experts analyze how vehicle repair economics impact claims severity, total loss decisions and parts selection. They also examine the effect of advanced driver assistance systems on accident frequency along with differences in passenger and commercial vehicle repair.
Boyd Group Leadership Planning Conference 2025
Mitchell is a platinum sponsor of The Boyd Group’s annual conference, a premier event for industry professionals that oversee shop operations within the MSO’s extensive network of North American collision repair and auto glass facilities. Those in attendance will have an opportunity to hear from colleagues and industry leaders as well as celebrate their successes from 2025.
NTHECC 2025 Fall Convention
This year’s National Truck and Heavy Equipment Claims Council (NTHECC) Fall Convention is coming to Norfolk, Virginia. There, insurance appraisers, collision repairers and other industry professionals will participate in three days of educational sessions and networking activities.
Enlyte Envision 2026
Enlyte Envision 2026 brings together the brightest minds in claims and repair management for an exclusive, invitation-only experience where innovation, strategic insights and meaningful connections converge in the stunning coastal setting of Carlsbad, California.