I-CAR Repairers Realm: DEG For Repair Planning

Posted on 18 June 2026

I-CAR is having a discussion on using the Database Enhancement Gateway (DEG) for repair planning.

In this month’s episode of Repairers Realm, Danny Gredinberg, DEG Administration, joins I-CAR to discuss a valuable resource for repair planning.

The conversation will highlight how DEG improves estimate accuracy by addressing missing operations and incorrect labor times. The team will demonstrate how to navigate the DEG website, submit inquiries, and access OEM parts and repair information.

You can catch this episode on June 24, 2026 @ 12 PM CT. You can register on the Repairers Realm homepage.

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