Audatex, the UK claims management business, has formed a new crash repair team dedicated to providing support to its bodyshop and motor manufacturer customers.

Leading the team is Stewart Myles appointed to the newly created position of head of crash repair. Myles joined Audatex in 1998 as area manager and has 23 years experience within the motor industry.

Audatex said: "The creation of the new crash repair team will further improve communications on product and data developments and the expanding range of AudaNet claims services offered by Audatex.

"The team will also identify training development opportunities, ensure effective implementation of motor manufacturers’ bodyshop development programmes, and foster closer communications between insurers and their repairer networks."