Who determines the vehicle brand?
Insurance companies, self-insurers, importers, salvagers, auctioneers or anyone who deals in second hand motor vehicles are required to determine whether a severely damaged vehicle is “Irreparable” or “Salvage” (based on the new standard under the mandatory vehicle branding program). Individual vehicle owners who do not receive a claim settlement through their insurance company for a severely damaged vehicle must have the brand determined by an authorized mechanic in a Type 6 Motor Vehicle Inspection Station***. The vehicle brands must be reported to the Ministry of Transportation where they will be added to the Vehicle Registration System computer database.
Insurance companies, self-insurers, importers, salvagers, auctioneers or anyone who deals in second hand motor vehicles are required to determine whether a severely damaged vehicle is “Irreparable” or “Salvage” (based on the new standard under the mandatory vehicle branding program). Individual vehicle owners who do not receive a claim settlement through their insurance company for a severely damaged vehicle must have the brand determined by an authorized mechanic in a Type 6 Motor Vehicle Inspection Station*. The vehicle brands must be reported to the Ministry of Transportation where they will be added to the Vehicle Registration System computer database. *Link to definition of Type 6 Motor Vehicle Inspection Station * (A Type 6 Motor Vehicle Inspection Station* (MVIS) is a collision repair facility that is licensed by the Ministry of Transportation and employs registered and certified mechanics who are able to assess the structural integrity of a vehicle. A list of Type 6 Motor Vehic
