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Belron Allocates New Term Loans
Global auto glass company Belron, parent company of Safelite AutoGlass in the U.S., has launched a syndication in the institutional loan market for new term loans on a best effort basis. According to the company, the new loans of $2.6 … Continue reading
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Fix Auto St John’s Avalon opens for Business in Newfoundland
Mark Weeks, Fix Network regional vice-president (Atlantic), recently welcomed Fix Auto St John’s Avalon into the network. With a total 25 years of experience in the collision repair industry, collision managers Andrea Ghaney and Ern Miller believe that the facility … Continue reading
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Next-Gen Chevrolet Corvette “Neo” Brings Back Pop-Up Headlights in Sharp Render
Next-Gen Chevrolet Corvette “Neo” Brings Back Pop-Up Headlights in Sharp Render
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Autonomous Vehicle Pilot Programs Coming to Minnesota, Council Says
Autonomous Vehicle Pilot Programs Coming to Minnesota, Council Says
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Solid Ice Block Plunges from Rooftop and Smashes Through Windscreen
Solid Ice Block Plunges from Rooftop and Smashes Through Windscreen
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Bricks, Rocks Used to Shatter Vehicle Windows
Bricks, Rocks Used to Shatter Vehicle Windows
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NSG Begins Laurinburg, N.C. Furnace Rebuild
NSG Group is rebuilding one of its furnaces at its float glass plant in Laurinburg, N.C. The project started on March 10, 2021 and is expected to be completed in late June 2021. “The investment is part of our ongoing … Continue reading
CEO of Google Self-Driving Car Spinoff Waymo is Stepping Down
CEO of Google Self-Driving Car Spinoff Waymo is Stepping Down
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NHTSA Closes General Motors Faulty Headlight Module Investigation
NHTSA Closes General Motors Faulty Headlight Module Investigation
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Jerome Man Killed When Ratchet Flies Through Windshield
Jerome Man Killed When Ratchet Flies Through Windshield
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Diving Into the Boost for Automation in the Claims and Appraisal Process
“Although virtual estimating is definitely not new to automotive claims the pandemic has dramatically considered its adoption,” said Olivier Baudoux, Mitchell International global product strategy and artificial intelligence senior vice president, as he began describing how the claims process has … Continue reading
Uniglass Express New Minas Opens in Nova Scotia
Uniban announced it is celebrating the opening Uniglass Express New Minas, located at 84 Crescent Drive New Minas, Nova Scotia. Robin Harris, owner of Uniglass Express New Minas, is an experienced collision repair professional with a longstanding reputation in the … Continue reading
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Groesbeck Nonprofit Creates Initiative to Install Bulletproof Glass in All Law Enforcement Vehicles
Groesbeck Nonprofit Creates Initiative to Install Bulletproof Glass in All Law Enforcement Vehicles
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L.A. County Deputy Killed after Tire Hits His Car Roof, Windshield
L.A. County Deputy Killed after Tire Hits His Car Roof, Windshield
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Response Filed in Sunroof Class Action Suit
Another amended complaint has been filed by Bruce Pickens against Mercedes-Benz USA (Mercedes-Benz) for spontaneous sunroof breakage. Originally the class action lawsuit included Saint-Gobain Sekurit (Saint Gobain), and Napleton Autowerks of Indiana, Inc. (Napleton Autowerks) as defendants. The amended complaint … Continue reading
Gerber Collision & Glass Acquires Repair Center in California
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) announced the acquisition of a collision repair center in Simi Valley, Calif. This location originated in 1982 as Star Auto Body and has operated at the current location since 2000. “This acquisition enhances … Continue reading
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Mitchell International Sees Evolution of Claims Automation
Mitchell International (Mitchell), the parent company of National Auto Glass Specifications (NAGS), says COVID-19 hastened the pace of digital transformation in auto insurance. According to a company release, when the pandemic began, carriers and collision repairers were forced to find … Continue reading
Woman ‘Lucky to be Alive’ After Loose Tire Smashes into her Windshield on Toronto Highway
Woman ‘Lucky to be Alive’ After Loose Tire Smashes into her Windshield on Toronto Highway
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Types of Windshield Cracks and When Should You Replace One
Types of Windshield Cracks and When Should You Replace One
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Car Windscreens Smashed, Cops Investigating
Car Windscreens Smashed, Cops Investigating
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Bonding Issues Center of Several Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued three recalls – two from Mercedes-Benz USA LLC (Mercedes-Benz) and one from Hino Motors Sales U.S.A., Inc. (Hino). Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz recently issued a safety recall for the following vehicle models that … Continue reading
COVID Rebates at the Center of Latest Geico Class Action Complaint
Jessica Day has become the lead plaintiff in a California class action lawsuit against Geico Casualty Company, Geico Indemnity Company, and Geico General Insurance Company (collectively Geico). Day alleges Geico wrongly refused to pay back overcharged premiums during the pandemic … Continue reading
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Cars Damaged after Objects Thrown off Mississippi Interstate Bridge
Cars Damaged after Objects Thrown off Mississippi Interstate Bridge
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Fremont Man to Pay $1.7 Million, Sentenced to Prison for Illegally Importing Headlights
Fremont Man to Pay $1.7 Million, Sentenced to Prison for Illegally Importing Headlights
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Edgar County Auto Glass is Closing
Edgar County Auto Glass is Closing
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Mercury Insurance Cuts Rates for Arizona Drivers
Mercury Insurance Cuts Rates for Arizona Drivers
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Allstate Expects $4 Billion Loss on Exit of Life and Annuity Business
Allstate Expects $4 Billion Loss on Exit of Life and Annuity Business
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Saint-Gobain Electrifies Fleet in the UK & Ireland
Saint-Gobain Electrifies Fleet in the UK & Ireland
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19-Year-Old Fired BB Gun at Car on I-65 in Boone County, Shattered Driver’s Window
19-Year-Old Fired BB Gun at Car on I-65 in Boone County, Shattered Driver’s Window
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From Windshields to Decorative: Norman Foxworth Looks Back on 50+ Years
From Windshields to Decorative: Norman Foxworth Looks Back on 50+ Years
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ABRA in Elk River Marks 25th Year in Business
ABRA in Elk River Marks 25th Year in Business
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Northerners Paying Disproportionate ICBC Premiums Compared to Claim Costs
Northerners Paying Disproportionate ICBC Premiums Compared to Claim Costs
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Lug Nut Flies Through Windshield in Accident
Lug Nut Flies Through Windshield in Accident
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Self-Driving Vehicle Service Launches in Arlington
Self-Driving Vehicle Service Launches in Arlington
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Humboldt Residents Report Wave of Broken Car Windows While Driving Through Specific Eureka Neighborhoods
Humboldt Residents Report Wave of Broken Car Windows While Driving Through Specific Eureka Neighborhoods
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Sales Decrease by 8.5% in Boyd Group Financial Report
Boyd Group Services Inc. (The Boyd Group) released its 2020 fourth quarter and full year financial report recently and noted COVID-19 impacted its financial results. According to the report, sales decreased by 8.5% to $2.1 billion from $2.3 billion when … Continue reading
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Family Driving to Dinner has Rock Thrown at Windshield
Family Driving to Dinner has Rock Thrown at Windshield
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Postal Vehicles Get Glassy Thanks to Multi-Billion Dollar Contract
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) announced it awarded a 10-year contract to Oshkosh, Wis., based Oshkosh Defense, to manufacture a new generation of U.S.-built postal delivery vehicles that will incorporate more auto glass. The investment is a part of a … Continue reading
Police Showered with Glass as Stray Wheel Shatters Windscreen
Police Showered with Glass as Stray Wheel Shatters Windscreen
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State Farm Seeks Trial in $1.4 Million Suit Against Auto Glass Company
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company and State Farm Fire and Casualty Company (collectively State Farm) has filed a federal lawsuit in Florida’s Middle District Court against At Home Auto Glass LLC, William Camp and Nicholas Alexander (collectively defendants). The … Continue reading
Strategy Analytics Predict AR HUDs and Smart Surfaces to Become Standard In-Vehicle HMI
Touchscreens and voice controls are becoming the most common embedded infotainment controls in high-volume makes, but automakers are still attempting to differentiate themselves with novel human-machine-interfaces (HMI). The potential of future HMI in-vehicle is being explored to include augmented reality … Continue reading
2021 Mahindra Scorpio to Get Standard Sunroof, No Panoramic
2021 Mahindra Scorpio to Get Standard Sunroof, No Panoramic
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Moving train’s windscreen smashed by missile in Cheltenham
Moving train’s windscreen smashed by missile in Cheltenham
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Pressure Mounts on Auto Insurers to Give You a COVID ‘Stimulus Check’
Pressure Mounts on Auto Insurers to Give You a COVID ‘Stimulus Check’
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Latest PPI Report Shows Slight Increase in Industry Material Pricing
Prices for materials used in the auto glass industry showed mostly increases in February 2021, according to recently released Producer Price Index (PPI) data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The monthly PPI, which includes auto glass*, increased by … Continue reading
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Carrus Signs Partnership Agreement with PH Auto Glass
mdf commerce inc. (MDF) recently announced a strategic agreement between Carrus, its all-in-one management solution for the automotive aftermarket, and PH Auto Glass, a Canadian leader in sales, distribution and installation of automotive glass. This agreement will allow PH Auto … Continue reading
Hawthorne Fire Fighters Subdue Auto Glass Shop Blaze
Hawthorne Fire Fighters Subdue Auto Glass Shop Blaze
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BMW’s New Curved iDrive Display is a ‘Major Step’ Toward Autonomous Driving
BMW’s New Curved iDrive Display is a ‘Major Step’ Toward Autonomous Driving
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Apple Car Could See Three Times Farther by Using Infrared Headlights
Apple Car Could See Three Times Farther by Using Infrared Headlights
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Allstate Dropping Auto Rates in Louisiana as Fewer Drivers Hit the Road
Allstate Dropping Auto Rates in Louisiana as Fewer Drivers Hit the Road
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Driver in Bradford Used Car with Smashed Windscreen
Driver in Bradford Used Car with Smashed Windscreen
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Webinar Gives an Inside Look into Crash Testing
A recent webinar highlighted the importance of crash testing and how minimum drive-away time (MDAT) relates to calibration. The webinar featured Mike Rea, a senior product engineer for SIKA Corporation (Sika), the webinar’s sponsor. Rea began the Crash Testing in … Continue reading
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Auto Windscreens Wins Great British Fleet Award
UK windscreen repair and replacement company, Auto Windscreens is celebrating after Shaun Atton, fleet and facilities head, won the ‘Fleet Manager: Financial Superstar’ category in the Great British Fleet Awards. The awards recognize the best of corporate motoring in the … Continue reading
Meiyuan Automotive Glass (Xiamen) Co., Ltd. Joins Auto Glass Week™ as Copper Sponsor
Auto Glass Week™ (AGW) 2021 is pleased to welcome Meiyuan Automotive Glass (Xiamen) Co., Ltd. as a Copper Sponsor. Auto Glass Week is the only worldwide event that is created and designed specifically for the auto glass repair and replacement industry. … Continue reading
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Safelite Group Names New Executive Vice President, Supply Chain
Safelite® Group, parent company to Safelite AutoGlass® and Safelite® Solutions, announced John Stacy as the company’s new executive vice president, supply chain. “Our industry-leading supply chain has long played a key role in Safelite’s success, helping us serve customers where and when … Continue reading
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How to Prepare for Post-Pandemic Auto Insurance Hikes
How to Prepare for Post-Pandemic Auto Insurance Hikes
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Loose Tire Smashes into Car’s Windscreen after Falling Off Truck
Loose Tire Smashes into Car’s Windscreen after Falling Off Truck
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Belron Profits Rise Despite Pandemic and Decreased Sales
D’Ieteren Group presented its full-year 2020 results, including those of Belron (which owns Safelite Autoglass in the United States). Belron’s organic sales declined by 7.5%, though the Group’s profit before tax improved significantly by 44.6% due in part to what … Continue reading
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Ice Crystals Jump off Surfaces in New Electrostatic De-Icing Technique
Ice Crystals Jump off Surfaces in New Electrostatic De-Icing Technique
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Over $9,000 Raised at 13th Annual Bowl4Kidz Event!
Over $9,000 Raised at 13th Annual Bowl4Kidz Event!
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Reports Suggest Boeing Is Inspecting 787 Windows for Flaws
Reports Suggest Boeing Is Inspecting 787 Windows for Flaws
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Teen Spared Jail for Vandalizing Delivery Vans Used For Cocooning Pensioners
Teen Spared Jail for Vandalizing Delivery Vans Used For Cocooning Pensioners
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Gerber Collision & Glass Opens Repair Center in Arizona
The Boyd Group Inc. announced the opening of a collision repair center in Queen Creek, Ariz. This newly constructed facility was designed to provide maximum efficiency and is situated with visibility on a major roadway and is in proximity to new … Continue reading
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Want to Hire People With High Emotional Intelligence? Look for These 5 Things.
Want to Hire People With High Emotional Intelligence? Look for These 5 Things.
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Terranet, Mercedes-Benz Demo Ultra-Fast ADAS Sensor
Terranet, Mercedes-Benz Demo Ultra-Fast ADAS Sensor
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Organizations Want Your Support with International Year of Glass
The International Commission on Glass (ICG), the Community of Glass Associations (CGA) and ICOMGlass are promoting a United Nations International Year of Glass for 2022. Its aim is to underline the scientific and economic importance of all glass, which includes … Continue reading
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Wilkes-Barre Police Search for Vehicle Involved in Drive-by Shooting
Wilkes-Barre Police Search for Vehicle Involved in Drive-by Shooting
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The New Postal Van Gets Giant Windscreen
The New Postal Van Gets Giant Windscreen
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Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo Debuts With Huge Glass Roof, Gravel Mode
Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo Debuts With Huge Glass Roof, Gravel Mode
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Yob Hurls Bricks at Couple’s Car and Shatters Windscreen
Yob Hurls Bricks at Couple’s Car and Shatters Windscreen
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Man Busts Through Truck Windshield with Bare Hands to Save Trapped Driver
Man Busts Through Truck Windshield with Bare Hands to Save Trapped Driver
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Louisiana Woman Arrested for Allegedly Selling Fake Auto Insurance on Facebook
Louisiana Woman Arrested for Allegedly Selling Fake Auto Insurance on Facebook
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AAA Survey Finds Drivers Aren’t Fully Comfortable with Autonomy
The American Automobile Association (AAA), headquartered in Heathrow, Fla., found that drivers aren’t fully sold on autonomous vehicles and that COVID had very little impact, in its annual automated vehicle survey. The survey concluded that most drivers are interested in … Continue reading
Autoglass Extends LeasePlan UK Contract
Autoglass, whose parent company is Belron and is headquartered in the UK, announced a two-year extension to its partnership with LeasePlan UK. The renewal of the contract will see Autoglass continue offering its auto glass repair, replacement and recalibration services … Continue reading
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LKQ Sees Unusually Large Options Volume
LKQ Sees Unusually Large Options Volume
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Maine Couple Injured When Tree Crashes Through Car Windshield
Maine Couple Injured When Tree Crashes Through Car Windshield
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Illinois Bill Would Forbid Deviations from OEM Procedures
Illinois has a new piece of legislation. The bill, also known as HB 3133, would amend the state’s current Insurance Code to expressly forbid insurers from requesting deviations from OEM repair procedures, except for parts or ADAS calibration tools. “No … Continue reading
NOVUS Glass Welcomes New Ontario Location
Daryll O’Keefe, regional vice president for Fix Network Ontario, welcomed NOVUS Glass Chatham to the network. Owner Pam Kacan has been associated with the auto glass repair industry for the past 16 years, first by assisting her father in his … Continue reading
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Neighborly Welcomes New Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer
Neighborly, formerly known as the Dwyer Group, headquartered in Waco, Texas, recently appointed Roger Chacko as its new chief strategy and marketing officer. “To help build further on the growth momentum we have at Neighborly, I am delighted to welcome … Continue reading
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Audi Wants to Put the World on Your Windscreen
Audi Wants to Put the World on Your Windscreen
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2021 Mahindra Thar with Leather Interior & Sunroof – Details
2021 Mahindra Thar with Leather Interior & Sunroof – Details
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The Auto Glass Industry Highlights Women for International Holiday
Women have many countless contributions to every segment of society, including the auto glass industry. In fact, the first windshield wiper was invented by Mary Anderson in the early 1900s. Today glassBYTEs is celebrating International Women’s Day by highlighting a … Continue reading
Your Auto Insurance Company Owes You a COVID ‘Stimulus Check’
Your Auto Insurance Company Owes You a COVID ‘Stimulus Check’
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Pipe Smashes Through Vehicle’s Windshield on Ohio Interstate
Pipe Smashes Through Vehicle’s Windshield on Ohio Interstate
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BMW Driver with Frozen Windscreen Sentenced for Crash
BMW Driver with Frozen Windscreen Sentenced for Crash
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Mitchell International Introduces New Alternative for AI-Enabled Claims Processing
Mitchell International (Mitchell), headquartered in San Diego, Calif., announced that Claim Genius’ artificial intelligence (AI) can now be accessed through the Mitchell Intelligent Open Platform (MIOP). This allows U.S. and Canadian carriers to use Mitchell Intelligent Estimating with Claim Genius … Continue reading
Here are Four Bills that Would Change Insurance in Florida
Here are Four Bills that Would Change Insurance in Florida
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Driver Caused Head-On Crash after Clearing Half of His Frozen Windscreen
Driver Caused Head-On Crash after Clearing Half of His Frozen Windscreen
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Van Windscreen Smashed after Children Throw Objects at Moving Cars on A90
Van Windscreen Smashed after Children Throw Objects at Moving Cars on A90
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10 Auto Insurance Companies Face Class Action Lawsuits Over Pandemic Pricing
10 Auto Insurance Companies Face Class Action Lawsuits Over Pandemic Pricing
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Mercedes Gets Hit With Lawsuit for Alleged Panoramic Sunroof Defect
A class action complaint has filed in Northern Georgia against Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and Daimler Aktiengesellschaft (collectively Mercedes) for alleged spontaneous breakage found in the auto manufacturer’s panoramic sunroofs. The plaintiff is seeking a trial by jury, monetary relief, and … Continue reading
Allstate Auto Glass Acquires A&R Auto Glass and Expands Service
Jon Shellington, owner of Allstate Glass Company, headquartered in Holbrook, Mass., has purchased A&R Auto Glass, headquartered in Southwick, Mass. The acquisition included the current A&R Auto Glass location, which will provide space in Western Massachusetts for Allstate to have … Continue reading
Pilkington IGP Expands Ostrołęka, Poland Plant
Pilkington IGP Expands Ostrołęka, Poland Plant
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Caliber Appoints Linda K. Massman to its Board of Directors
Caliber announced the appointment of Linda K. Massman to its board of directors, effective March 1, 2021. Massman, the former CEO and president of Clearwater Paper Corporation and a former top executive at Supervalu, Accenture, and Ralphs Grocery, brings a … Continue reading
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EASA to Order Airbus Windshield Checks after Sichuan A319 Blow-Out
EASA to Order Airbus Windshield Checks after Sichuan A319 Blow-Out
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Charges Filed Against Webb City Men Allegedly Behind Broken Windshields
Charges Filed Against Webb City Men Allegedly Behind Broken Windshields
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Case Closed – Parties Agree to Settle Out of Court on Defective Windshield Suit
The ongoing class action lawsuit, originally filed by Hakeem Hasan in Illinois Federal Court, against American Honda Motor Co., Inc. (Honda) is over, as the judge has dismissed the case. The 2019 suit centered on Hasan’s allegations that Honda was … Continue reading
Gerber Collision & Glass Opens Repair Center in Florida
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) announced the opening of a collision repair center in Pensacola, Fla. This newly constructed facility was designed to allow for efficiency and is situated with visibility to travelers on a major roadway and … Continue reading
Cary Group gets a New Head of Sales
John Bernfell took to social media to announce that he is the new group head of sales for Cary Group, a Swedish-owned company that provides auto care solutions including windshields. Bernfell, who previously worked for Carglass Sweden, whose parent company … Continue reading
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Volkswagen Partners with Microsoft on Automated Cars
Volkswagen Partners with Microsoft on Automated Cars
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Recalls to Keep an Eye On
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued three recalls from Ford Motor Company (Ford), BMW, Newmar Corporation (Newmar), and Daimler Vans USA, LLC (Daimler). Ford Ford recently issued a safety recall for select truck models. According to the … Continue reading
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Jack’s Glass Inc. Uses Deer to Its Advantage
Jack’s Glass Inc., headquartered in Allentown, Pa., took to none other than social media to market their services to consumers involving a certain animal that could wreak havoc on a windshield. President and owner, Donna Braden, mentioned that deer are … Continue reading
Five Simple Questions to Evaluate Where You Stand as a Leader.
Five Simple Questions to Evaluate Where You Stand as a Leader.
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Girl, 12, Breaks Nose After Being Thrown Into Bus Windscreen in Auckland
Girl, 12, Breaks Nose After Being Thrown Into Bus Windscreen in Auckland
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Vandals Using Frozen Water Bottles to Break Windshields on Hwy 43
Vandals Using Frozen Water Bottles to Break Windshields on Hwy 43
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Miles Driven Shows Less Drivers are Getting Behind The Wheel
All road and street travel in the U.S. decreased by 10.3%, or 28.1 billion vehicle miles, for December 2020, compared to December 2019, according to the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHA) most recent numbers. Overall travel for the month is estimated … Continue reading
Gerber Collision & Glass Acquires Repair Center in Texas
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) announced the acquisition of a collision repair center in Amarillo, Texas. This location operated as a collision repair center at a dealership, according to the company. “We are eager to welcome this high-performing … Continue reading
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Council Okays Safelite Move to Wildwood Avenue
Council Okays Safelite Move to Wildwood Avenue
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Sika Names Insider Hasler as New CEO, Posts Profit Beat
Sika Names Insider Hasler as New CEO, Posts Profit Beat
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Pottstown Man Says Snow Plow is to Blame for Shattered Windshield
Pottstown Man Says Snow Plow is to Blame for Shattered Windshield
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Electrostatic De-Icing Could Make it Easier to Defrost Car Windows
Electrostatic De-Icing Could Make it Easier to Defrost Car Windows
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Carvana Debuts Car Vending Machine with Vegas Twist
Carvana Debuts Car Vending Machine with Vegas Twist
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Utah Legislature Passes Bill, Awaits Governor’s Action
A Utah bill to amend provisions related to advanced driver assistance features and enact provisions related to auto glass repair recently passed in the Senate and the House. The bill, also known as S78 also seeks to amend provisions related … Continue reading
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Gerber Collision & Glass Acquires Two Repair Centers in Ohio
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) announced the acquisition of two collision repair centers in Ohio. These locations previously operated as Frankie & Dylan’s Complete Collision & Custom Repair, originating in Mentor, Ohio in 1995 and expanding to Streetsboro, … Continue reading
Mygrant Glass Co. Plans a Warehouse in Boise
Mygrant Glass Co. Plans a Warehouse in Boise
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Best Glass Donates $30,000 to Celebrate 30 Years in Business
Best Glass, located in Phoenix, Ariz., was founded in 1991 with the intention of providing a greater level of service than was currently available in the Greater Phoenix area, according to the company. Best Glass started out by providing only … Continue reading
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Sunroof Issue Sparks New Recall
BMW recently issued a recall that impacts roughly 14,000 of its 2020 and 2021 228i and M235i vehicle models because of sunroof issues. This issue according to the vehicle manufacturer, stems from the vehicles lack of compliance with a certain … Continue reading
Lawsuits Filed Against Auto Insurers Over Rates in Pandemic
Lawsuits Filed Against Auto Insurers Over Rates in Pandemic
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A Snowstorm Didn’t Stop These Businesses
“Mother Nature is going to do what Mother Nature wants to do,” said Jim Ricci, Vitro business development manager, US ARG, of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Texas area, as he recalled last week’s snowstorm. “Until it happens you can’t anticipate … Continue reading
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Fix Auto Has a New Location in Strathmore
Chris Peterson, Western Canada Fix Network regional vice president, welcomed Fix Auto Strathmore into the network. The company notes that the new shop strengthens its footprint in Alberta. The new shop is the third Fix Auto location established by owner-operators … Continue reading
Ford Issues Windshield Adhesion Recall
Ford Motor Company (Ford) recently issued a safety recall for select truck models. According to the company, the affected vehicles do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards because the front windshields are inadequately bonded to the vehicle body … Continue reading
Canton Police Investigating Rash of Car Windows Smashed
Canton Police Investigating Rash of Car Windows Smashed
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Classic Collision Acquires Orlando’s Supercenter Auto Body Repair
Classic Collision, LLC, (Classic Collision) which is based in Atlanta, Ga., announced it acquired both Orlando’s Supercenter Auto Body Repair locations in Orlando, Fla. According to the company, it now has 20 Florida locations and operates 62 centers total in … Continue reading
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Biden Administration Changes PPP Rules to Help Reach the Smallest Businesses
Biden Administration Changes PPP Rules to Help Reach the Smallest Businesses
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Apple in Talks to Buy Self-Driving Sensors, a Key Step in Autonomous-Car Plan
Apple in Talks to Buy Self-Driving Sensors, a Key Step in Autonomous-Car Plan
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Tesla to Offer Auto Insurance Program in Texas
Tesla to Offer Auto Insurance Program in Texas
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Ice Flies Off Car, Shattering Windshield on 695
Ice Flies Off Car, Shattering Windshield on 695
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PPI: January 2021 Shows Rise in Industry Material Pricing
Prices for materials used in the auto glass industry showed mostly increases in January 2021, according to recently released Producer Price Index (PPI) data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The monthly PPI, which includes auto glass*, increased by … Continue reading
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Saint-Gobain Glass to Decarbonize Operations with Hydrogen
Saint-Gobain Glass to Decarbonize Operations with Hydrogen
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IndiGo A320 Returns to Indore with Cracked Windshield
IndiGo A320 Returns to Indore with Cracked Windshield
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American Airlines 787 Diverted To Jamaica With Cracked Windshield
American Airlines 787 Diverted To Jamaica With Cracked Windshield
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Luxury Cars Smashed as 40 Vandals Storm Dealership
Luxury Cars Smashed as 40 Vandals Storm Dealership
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Fact Check: Pouring Hot Water on your Windshield Could Cause Cracked or Shattered Glass
Fact Check: Pouring Hot Water on your Windshield Could Cause Cracked or Shattered Glass
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No-Fault Repeal Advances after Amendment Creates Windshield Deductible
No-Fault Repeal Advances after Amendment Creates Windshield Deductible
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New Automotive SoCs Provide a Window to ADAS Trends
New Automotive SoCs Provide a Window to ADAS Trends
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Ice Damages an Uber Driver’s Windshield, but the Company Won’t Cover the Repair Costs
Ice Damages an Uber Driver’s Windshield, but the Company Won’t Cover the Repair Costs
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Bald Eagle Crashed Through Perdue Truck’s Windshield: NRP
Bald Eagle Crashed Through Perdue Truck’s Windshield: NRP
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What COVID Has Taught the Industry
The onset of COVID-19 quickly impacted the auto glass repair and replacement industry and businesses had to adapt to new safety regulations early on. Now some are saying they’ll keep some of last year’s lessons and changes throughout 2021. AGRR … Continue reading
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Discount Auto Glass New Fort Smith Location
Discount Auto Glass announced it will be opening an 11th location in Fort Smith, Ark., in March 2021. The company was founded in 1999 as a wholesale glass company and now operates as a hybrid. Discount Auto Glass has locations in … Continue reading
Succeeding with the Automated Driving Journey Through AI
Succeeding with the Automated Driving Journey Through AI
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These Cars Have the Most Unusual Headlights
These Cars Have the Most Unusual Headlights
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Amica Insurance Reports Continued Financial Stability, Premium Relief Programs in 2020
Amica Mutual Insurance Company (Amica) reported continued financial stability in 2020, a year in which it returned nearly $90 million to customers for COVID-19 premium relief. Amica CEO, president and chairman, Robert A. DiMuccio, announced the results during the company’s … Continue reading
Four Youths Jump On Car and Smash Windscreen in Knowsley
Four Youths Jump On Car and Smash Windscreen in Knowsley
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Fix Auto USA Celebrates 10th Anniversary Milestone
Fix Auto USA is celebrating its 10th anniversary of business. It was founded by collision repair visionaries Erick and Shelly Bickett, who launched their franchise system in 2011, led by Paul Gange, according to the company. Their goal was to … Continue reading
Ranger Design Expands Fleet Upfit Solutions for Clients
“For over 30 years, Ranger Design has grown its position as an industry leader in van solution manufacturing for small and large fleets,” said Peter Young, business development head. “We now look to build on our success with an eye … Continue reading
Safelite to Take Over Former JN Phillips Location on Wildwood Ave.
Safelite to Take Over Former JN Phillips Location on Wildwood Ave.
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Consumer Protection Coalition, National Insurance Crime Bureau Take on AOB Auto Glass Abuse
Working together, the Consumer Protection Coalition (CPC) and National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) have released two new video public service announcements (PSAs) warning consumers about Assignment of Benefits (AOB) auto glass fraud and abuse. Available in English and Spanish, the … Continue reading
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Michigan Regulators Raise Objections to Allstate’s Car Insurance Pricing
Michigan Regulators Raise Objections to Allstate’s Car Insurance Pricing
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Car Collides with Vulture, Shatters Windshield
Car Collides with Vulture, Shatters Windshield
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Maryland Senate Discusses Auto Glass Safety in Committee Meeting
Maryland’s Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee meeting had an in-depth auto glass discussion as several industry members weighed in on SB 445, which would require those installing auto glass in the state to follow the AGRSS Standard. A similar bill, HB … Continue reading
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Fix Auto UK Announces Apprentice Program
Fix Auto UK is launching nine apprentices in The Fix Auto UK 2021 Apprentice Program Powered by Sherwin-Williams® through its Automotive Finishes Division, which is sponsored by the global coatings partner for the first time, according to the company. These … Continue reading
Woman Injured After Large Piece of Ice Crashes Through Windshield
Woman Injured After Large Piece of Ice Crashes Through Windshield
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‘Glass Flying Everywhere:’ Woman Recounts 29-Vehicle Pile Up Near Downtown OKC
‘Glass Flying Everywhere:’ Woman Recounts 29-Vehicle Pile Up Near Downtown OKC
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Illegal Lockdown Party Man in Court after Smashing Police Windscreen
Illegal Lockdown Party Man in Court after Smashing Police Windscreen
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Volvo Tries to Stop Defect Lawsuit
Volvo Cars of North America LLC and Volvo Car Corporation (collectively Volvo) fought back in Federal Court against a renewed motion for class certification in its ongoing legal battle centered on alleged defective sunroofs for select models that has gone … Continue reading
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Auto Windscreens ‘Primed and Ready’ for ADAS Insurance Industry Requirements
Auto Windscreens is ‘primed and ready’ for the introduction of new ‘Insurance Industry Requirements (IIR) for the safe repair of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) equipped vehicles’, expected to come into force on March 31. Thatcham Research (Thatcham), a not … Continue reading
MEMS Scanner Design Improves Adaptive Automobile Headlights
MEMS Scanner Design Improves Adaptive Automobile Headlights
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Danlaw Teams Up with NextDroid to Support ADAS Development
Danlaw, Inc. (Danlaw) and NextDroid, Inc. (NextDroid) have joined forces to expand advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicle (AV) development and validation activities. The advancement and complexity of ADAS and AV features require data from numerous vehicle sensors, … Continue reading
How to Prevent Your Windshield from Cracking This Winter
How to Prevent Your Windshield from Cracking This Winter
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Glasgow Priest’s Car Windows Smashed in Vandalism Attack near Church
Glasgow Priest’s Car Windows Smashed in Vandalism Attack near Church
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Insurance Group Helps Auto Glass Businesses Prepare and Stay Protected
“Cyber liability is a major concern and there are two major factors – a data breach and the cyber risk associated with an outside hack with some of the vehicles,” said Ken Deason, of Federated Insurance, as he gave an … Continue reading
Auto Windscreens Set to Welcome 100th Apprentice
UK windscreen repair and replacement company, Auto Windscreens, has recruited 99 technician and call center apprentices since 2016 and is set to welcome its 100th following National Apprenticeship Week. The business currently has 28 apprentices on its ALEX program, which … Continue reading
Nissan’s ‘Office Pod’ Imagines a New Kind of Remote Working
Nissan’s ‘Office Pod’ Imagines a New Kind of Remote Working
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Polyurethane Flush Sealing Dramatically Reduces Automotive-Glass Scrap
Polyurethane Flush Sealing Dramatically Reduces Automotive-Glass Scrap
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Has COVID-19 Left You Paying for Car Insurance You Can’t Use?
Has COVID-19 Left You Paying for Car Insurance You Can’t Use?
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Vulture Crashes into Deputy’s Windshield
Vulture Crashes into Deputy’s Windshield
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NSG Sees Positive Notes in Q3 with Auto Glass Division
NSG Group reported it is recovering from the decline it faced in mid-2020, largely due to COVID-19, in its third quarter consolidated financial report. According to the company, economic activity continues to be impacted significantly by the pandemic, although a … Continue reading
Block of Ice Flies Off Top of U-Haul Truck and Hits Man’s Windshield
Block of Ice Flies Off Top of U-Haul Truck and Hits Man’s Windshield
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Updated Tesla Semi Seen Without Wraparound Windshield – One Cause of Nikola Patent Lawsuit
Updated Tesla Semi Seen Without Wraparound Windshield – One Cause of Nikola Patent Lawsuit
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Why Do Airbus’ Latest Aircraft Wear A ‘Mask’ Around The Windscreen?
Why Do Airbus’ Latest Aircraft Wear A ‘Mask’ Around The Windscreen?
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Man Smashes Mother’s Car Windshield During Argument
Man Smashes Mother’s Car Windshield During Argument
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Gerber Collision & Glass Acquires Repair Center in Florida
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) recently announced the acquisition of a collision repair center in Longwood, Fla. This location has operated as a collision repair center for 20 years, according to the company. “We look forward to continuing … Continue reading
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Senate Confirms Pete Buttigieg as Transportation Secretary
Senate Confirms Pete Buttigieg as Transportation Secretary
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ICBC to Issue Pandemic Rebates Up to $400 Per Driver in B.C.
ICBC to Issue Pandemic Rebates Up to $400 Per Driver in B.C.
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Flying Ice Breaks Windshield, Injures Driver
Flying Ice Breaks Windshield, Injures Driver
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Driver Who ‘Saw Red’ Smashed Car Windscreen with Axe During ‘Disgraceful’ Road Rage Attack
Driver Who ‘Saw Red’ Smashed Car Windscreen with Axe During ‘Disgraceful’ Road Rage Attack
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Glass Doctor Ranked a Top Franchise in Entrepreneur’s 42nd Annual Franchise 500
Glass Doctor®, a Neighborly® company, recently ranked first overall in the glass repair category in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 listing. Recognized as an invaluable resource for potential franchisees, Franchise 500 selected Glass Doctor for its outstanding performance in areas including … Continue reading
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Fix Network Opens Its First-Ever Supercenter
Fix Network regional vice president – Quebec, Yves Roy, recently announced the opening of the company’s first-ever supercenter in Montreal and the third one in Canada. The new supercenter is called Supercenter Auto Fix Iberville-Rosemont, and is located in the … Continue reading
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Safelite Hires a New Content Marketing Specialist
Joshua Stevenson took to –where else?– social media and announced that he has been named a content marketing specialist for the Safelite Auto Glass. “I am so excited to begin this new chapter of my life with Safelite as we … Continue reading
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National Windscreens Gets New Sales and Marketing Head
National Windscreens recently announced that Simon Hunt has joined its team as the head of sales and marketing. Hunt brings a wide background within the automotive and fleet sector, including head of sales roles at both AA DriveTech and BCA. … Continue reading
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AAA Alabama Announces Additional $90 Million in COVID-Related Financial Relief for Auto Insurance Policyholders
AAA Alabama Announces Additional $90 Million in COVID-Related Financial Relief for Auto Insurance Policyholders
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Davis Men Arraigned After Auto Insurance Fraud
Davis Men Arraigned After Auto Insurance Fraud
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More Issues Surface With Right To Repair Law – Does it Pose Cybersecurity Threats?
“I said I was going to rule from the bench,” said U.S. District Court Judge Douglas Woodlock at the end of a video conference hearing about Massachusetts’ Right to Repair legislation. “And I have ruled from my chair, so you … Continue reading
Structure Fire at GA Auto Glass
Structure Fire at GA Auto Glass
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Owner of New Kensington Auto Glass Shop Has Plans for Used Car Lot
Owner of New Kensington Auto Glass Shop Has Plans for Used Car Lot
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Gerber Collision & Glass Donates $50,000 to Collision Programs through Collision Repair Education Foundation
Gerber Collision & Glass (Gerber), a division of the Boyd Group Inc., donated $50,000 to the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) in support of the organization’s efforts to support high school and college collision programs, students, and instructors nationwide. Gerber … Continue reading
The PipeKnife Company Adds New Technical Expert
The PipeKnife Company recently announced that Jeffrey J Witters has joined the team as a product engineer. He will focus on the line of ClearView aftermarket defrosters. Witters has served in multiple engineering, research and development, e-commerce, sales and marketing … Continue reading
New Crash Tests Show Modest Speed Increases Can Have Deadly Consequences
New Crash Tests Show Modest Speed Increases Can Have Deadly Consequences
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Mumbai Police On High Alert Following Blast Near Israel Embassy in Delhi
Mumbai Police On High Alert Following Blast Near Israel Embassy in Delhi
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Steep Decline for all Regions in Latest Miles Driven Report
All road and street travel in the U.S. decreased by 11.1%, or 28.9 billion vehicle miles, for November 2020, compared to November 2019, according to the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHA) most recent numbers. Overall travel for the month is estimated … Continue reading
Safelite Feels Protected with FCB as Agency of Record
Safelite Feels Protected with FCB as Agency of Record
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2021 Mini Cooper Gets Googly Eye Headlights and a Multi-Tone Roof
2021 Mini Cooper Gets Googly Eye Headlights and a Multi-Tone Roof
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State Farm Looks to Expand Blockchain Use for Speedier Auto Claims
State Farm Looks to Expand Blockchain Use for Speedier Auto Claims
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Woman’s Clever Towel Hack Could Stop Your Car Windscreen Freezing Overnight
Woman’s Clever Towel Hack Could Stop Your Car Windscreen Freezing Overnight
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Beware of Exploding Sunroofs, They are More Common than You Think
Beware of Exploding Sunroofs, They are More Common than You Think
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More Than a Dozen Car Break-Ins Outside Chesterfield Gyms and Rockwood Park
More Than a Dozen Car Break-Ins Outside Chesterfield Gyms and Rockwood Park
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Sponsored Link: Protect Your Windshield.
Sponsored Link: Protect Your Windshield.
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Making Masks Smarter and Safer Against COVID-19
Making Masks Smarter and Safer Against COVID-19
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Avoid Penalty Points by Making Sure Your Car Windscreen is Frost Free Before Setting Off
Avoid Penalty Points by Making Sure Your Car Windscreen is Frost Free Before Setting Off
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Dozens of Cars Vandalized in Cordova; Residents Say They’re Frustrated
Dozens of Cars Vandalized in Cordova; Residents Say They’re Frustrated
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Midwest Company Expands In Florida
City Auto Glass (CAG) has a strong reputation spanning across several states, including Minnesota, western Wisconsin, northern Iowa, and most recently, mobile locations in central and southern Florida. Two of the company’s representatives share insight on future company expansion, mobile … Continue reading
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Next-Gen Mahindra Scorpio to Offer A Sunroof?
Next-Gen Mahindra Scorpio to Offer A Sunroof?
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Saab 340 Lands in Anchorage After Windshield Catches Fire
Saab 340 Lands in Anchorage After Windshield Catches Fire
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Ice Block Thrown Through Windscreen of Moving Car in Crewe
Ice Block Thrown Through Windscreen of Moving Car in Crewe
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What You Need to Know Before You Compete
“My first time being at Auto Glass Week was awesome and it completely blew me away,” said Macenzie Curbow of Novus Auto Glass, during an online session. Curbow was joined by Alfredo Calva of Alfredo’s Auto Glass and Rose Williams … Continue reading
Novus Glass Takes Automotive Glass Franchise Top Ranking
Novus Glass has taken the number one ranking for Auto Glass Franchise in Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2021 Annual Franchise 500 listing. The company also came in fourth for automotive service franchise, and 140th for overall franchise. Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 listing … Continue reading
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General Motors Aims to Transform the Auto Insurance Industry with OnStar Insurance
General Motors (GM) announced it will take its customer experience one step further with OnStar Insurance. GM’s insurance agency, OnStar Insurance Services, will be the exclusive agent for OnStar Insurance, according to the company. “OnStar Insurance will promote safety, security … Continue reading
CIECA Announces New Board of Trustees Officers and 2020 Award Recipients
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced its newly elected officers for 2021 and the recipients of the 2020 CIECA Awards during a virtual board meeting held earlier this month. The 2021 CIECA board of trustees officers include: Past … Continue reading
Car Insurance Can Be Invalidated If Drivers Fail to Clear Snow Off Of Car Windscreen
Car Insurance Can Be Invalidated If Drivers Fail to Clear Snow Off Of Car Windscreen
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PPI: December 2020 Shows Solid Rise in Auto Glass Material Pricing
Prices for materials used in the auto glass industry showed mostly increases in December 2020, according to recently released Producer Price Index (PPI) data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The monthly PPI, which includes auto glass*, increased by … Continue reading
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Bullet Shatters Denver Man’s Sunroof
Bullet Shatters Denver Man’s Sunroof
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DOT Moves Forward with Updated Automated Vehicles Comprehensive Plan
DOT Moves Forward with Updated Automated Vehicles Comprehensive Plan
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Middletown Exhibition Memorializes Local Lives Lost Due to COVID-19
Middletown Exhibition Memorializes Local Lives Lost Due to COVID-19
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Industry Members Share Their Predictions for the Year
FY 2021 is in full swing and auto glass senior leadership and business owners have shared why they think this year is filled with optimism. “Forecasting for 2021 was quite difficult, but we were fortunate enough to open up a … Continue reading
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BLOG: COVID’s Silver Linings, One Being Resilience
BLOG: COVID’s Silver Linings, One Being
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Gerber Collision & Glass Acquires Repair Center in Michigan
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) recently announced that it has acquired a collision repair center in Wyandotte, Mich. This location previously operated as Eureka Body & Fender and has serviced the market for 47 years. Located in southeastern … Continue reading
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Has Toyota Hit A Home Run With The 2021 Mirai?
Has Toyota Hit A Home Run With The 2021 Mirai?
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Two Killed After Rebar Pierces Windshield in I-75 Crash
Two Killed After Rebar Pierces Windshield in I-75 Crash
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Kentucky Announces Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Plant
Kentucky Announces Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Plant
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Industry Members Share Their Thoughts on The Vaccine
The coronavirus changed how people live and do business, and now as vaccines are becoming more available, the auto glass industry could find itself adapting yet again. A few auto glass members weigh in on the vaccine, and if they … Continue reading
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Fix Network Raises $19,970 for RMHC Canada Programs
Fix Network along with its staff and strategic partners, have raised $19,970 to support Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada® (RMHC Canada) and its programs aimed at helping families with sick children. All through December 2020, Fix Network’s Canada-wide initiative, called … Continue reading
Insurers Using RICO Act to Strike Back Against Alleged Fraud
Insurers Using RICO Act to Strike Back Against Alleged Fraud
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Fuyao Glass Issues $500 Million in New Shares in Move to Get into Solar
Fuyao Glass Issues $500 Million in New Shares in Move to Get into Solar
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ICBC Gets Green Light to Slash car Insurance Rates by 15% Starting in May
ICBC Gets Green Light to Slash car Insurance Rates by 15% Starting in May
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Can a Windscreen Be Repaired More Than Once?
Can a Windscreen Be Repaired More Than Once?
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Ziebart/Maxi Automotive Remains in Anstett Family Following Change in Ownership
Ziebart/Maxi Automotive Remains in Anstett Family Following Change in Ownership
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asTech Acquires BlueDriver
asTech recently announced its acquisition of Root Four Imagination Inc. (BlueDriver). BlueDriver is a leading provider of direct-to-consumer aftermarket diagnostic scan tools and services, according to the company. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The Company represents the … Continue reading
Glass.com® Names Daniel Snow Vice President of Operations
Glass.com®, the popular website that helps consumers find top quality vendors of auto glass services, has named Daniel Snow as vice president of operations. Snow will manage the daily operations of the website including work with consumers as well as … Continue reading
How to Excel at Customer Service During a Crisis
How to Excel at Customer Service During a Crisis
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Your New Ford Kuga Can Keep Its Windshield From Fogging Up
Your New Ford Kuga Can Keep Its Windshield From Fogging Up
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Plunging Boulder Crashes Into Car Sunroof on California Mountain Highway
Plunging Boulder Crashes Into Car Sunroof on California Mountain Highway
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Water Splashed Onto Car Windscreen Freezes Within Seconds in Northern China
Water Splashed Onto Car Windscreen Freezes Within Seconds in Northern China
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Learn How Auto Glass Companies Fared Through COVID-19 and Their Expectations for the Future
Auto Glass Week Preview Day held Tuesday January 12, gave attendees the opportunity to get a sneak peek of what to expect during the live show in June. During the event a COVID session dominated discussions, as a panel of … Continue reading
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BLOG: Invest Before Taking the Calibration Leap
BLOG: Invest Before Taking the Calibration Leap
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Eastman Debuts as Exhibitor at CES 2021
For the first time, Eastman Chemical Company (Eastman) exhibited at CES 2021. The company presented Saflex® advanced interlayers for automotive laminated glass. CES provides the perfect platform to kick-off the year and get connected on recent advances in signal-friendly solar … Continue reading
Panasonic’s New HUD Tech Turns Windshields Into a Video Game
Panasonic’s New HUD Tech Turns Windshields Into a Video Game
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AirPro and Car ADAS Solutions Team Up to Deliver ADAS Calibration Solutions
AirPro Diagnostics (AirPro) and Car ADAS Solutions announced their collaboration to deliver, what they define as turn-key calibration solutions for shops. The new relationship, according to the companies, will include set-up, training, implementation, support and validation of calibration services. AirPro and Car ADAS Solutions are the first in the industry to provide a complete … Continue reading
Samsung Reveals ‘Car Cockpit of the Future’ with 49-Inch Windscreen TV
Samsung Reveals ‘Car Cockpit of the Future’ with 49-Inch Windscreen TV
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Southwest Boeing 737 Returns To Honolulu Over Windshield Issue
Southwest Boeing 737 Returns To Honolulu Over Windshield Issue
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Concrete Chunk Crashes Through Truck’s Windshield
Concrete Chunk Crashes Through Truck’s Windshield
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Two Arrested, Suspected of Shooting Out 137 Windows in Henderson
Two Arrested, Suspected of Shooting Out 137 Windows in Henderson
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Safelite Takes Over Country Financial’s Auto Glass Services
Safelite has begun administering claims for Country Financial’s auto glass program. LYNX Services (LYNX) was the previous claims administrator. The change was effective January 1, 2021. “We’re excited to enhance our partnership with Country Financial and to have them join … Continue reading
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PPP Loan Applications Start Today. Here’s What You Need to Know
PPP Loan Applications Start Today. Here’s What You Need to Know
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Traffic Safety Trends to Keep an Eye On in 2021
Traffic Safety Trends to Keep an Eye On in 2021
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This AI-enabled, 56-Inch Touchscreen Will Be in Mercedes’ New Electric Car
This AI-enabled, 56-Inch Touchscreen Will Be in Mercedes’ New Electric Car
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Chinese Electric Car Maker Xpeng Delivers First Cars to Europe
Chinese Electric Car Maker Xpeng Delivers First Cars to Europe
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Over 20 Cars Broken Into in Ardsley Park Early Saturday Morning
Over 20 Cars Broken Into in Ardsley Park Early Saturday Morning
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Auto Glass Executive’s Second Act Includes Murder
After a long career in business and auto glass that gave David Rohlfing the opportunity to travel the continent, he decided to write his first novel, Deliberate Duplicity. Rohlfing’s debut novel, published on January 5, 2021, explores the twisted, vengeful … Continue reading
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Feds Seek to Recover Defrauded Taxpayer Funds from Rapid City Man
Feds Seek to Recover Defrauded Taxpayer Funds from Rapid City Man
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Next-Gen Mahindra Scorpio’s Headlights and Tail Lights
Next-Gen Mahindra Scorpio’s Headlights and Tail Lights
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Plywood Crashes Through Woman’s Windshield on Florida Highway
Plywood Crashes Through Woman’s Windshield on Florida Highway
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Car Hits 16-Year-Old Polk County Student Who Was Walking to School Bus, Deputies Say
Car Hits 16-Year-Old Polk County Student Who Was Walking to School Bus, Deputies Say
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Driver Warns Others After Windshield Shattered by Ice
Driver Warns Others After Windshield Shattered by Ice
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LYNX Services Adds Recalibration Services and More to Participant Profiles
LYNX Services (LYNX) has made some updates to its auto glass program participants’ profiles, which include whether or not the shop has recalibration services, with the aim of enhancing its policyholder experience. LYNX sent communication out to its auto glass … Continue reading
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C-Auto Glass Acquires Signature Auto Glass
C-Auto Glass, Inc. (C-Auto Glass) located in Cleveland, Ohio, has acquired Signature Auto Glass LLC (Signature Auto Glass). Signature Auto Glass, which operates a retail service center in Cleveland, Ohio, was formed in 2017 and operated by its managing member Brian … Continue reading
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Gerber Collision & Glass Opens Repair Center in California
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) recently announced the opening of a collision repair center in Cathedral City, Calif. Cathedral City, also known as “Cat City,” is a desert resort city located between Palm Springs and Rancho Mirage and … Continue reading
Recovery Process Continues in Historic Downtown Nashville Following Christmas Day Bombing
Recovery Process Continues in Historic Downtown Nashville Following Christmas Day Bombing
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Next-Gen Mahindra XUV500 Spied with Panoramic Sunroof
Next-Gen Mahindra XUV500 Spied with Panoramic Sunroof
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Allstate Closes Acquisition of National General Holdings Corp.
The Allstate Corporation (Allstate) recently announced that it closed its $4 billion acquisition of National General Holdings Corp. “The acquisition of National General advances our strategy of growing personal lines insurance with an increase of one percentage point in market … Continue reading
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Woman Cut by Flying Glass When Gunman Shoots Out Her Car Windows
Woman Cut by Flying Glass When Gunman Shoots Out Her Car Windows
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Nearly 20 Cars Vandalized Outside Upper Marlboro Senior Complex
Nearly 20 Cars Vandalized Outside Upper Marlboro Senior Complex
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Attorney General Fights to Dismiss the Alliance’s Right To Repair Suit
The Alliance for Automotive Innovation (the Alliance), a trade association for the automotive industry, recently filed a lawsuit in Massachusetts’ federal court. The Alliance aims to block enforcement of the Right to Repair ballot initiative, which was passed by state … Continue reading
Gerber Collision & Glass Acquires Repair Center in Colorado
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) recently announced its acquisition of a collision repair center in Avon, Colo. This location previously operated as Rich’s Auto Body and has serviced the market since 1984. It is located in the Western … Continue reading
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Second Round of Stimulus Checks Trigger News Scams
Second Round of Stimulus Checks Trigger News Scams
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2020 Hyundai Palisade Long-Term Update: Road Trip Joy and a Painful Crack
2020 Hyundai Palisade Long-Term Update: Road Trip Joy and a Painful Crack
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For More Than a Century, Lee & Cates Building Has Been Part of LaVilla
For More Than a Century, Lee & Cates Building Has Been Part of LaVilla
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Flight Out of Milwaukee Emergency Lands After Windshield Cracks
Flight Out of Milwaukee Emergency Lands After Windshield Cracks
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Burco Announces New President and Team Members
Burco recently announced changes to its staff. Bill Castleberry is now the president of the Michigan-based automotive mirrors and windshield racking systems manufacturer. Castleberry has worked as the sales and marketing vice president for Burco’s automotive mirror and accessory business … Continue reading
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Man Survives 4-Inch Ice Slab to Windshield
Man Survives 4-Inch Ice Slab to Windshield
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Curious Twisting Branch Patterns Appear On Icy Windscreen
Curious Twisting Branch Patterns Appear On Icy Windscreen
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Auto Glass Company Opens Shop
A ribbon-cutting ceremony recently took place at the new location for Craftsman Auto Glass and Craftsman Detailing. The new shop is located on Route 30 in Amsterdam, N.Y. The owner, Scott Fiorino, has worked in the glass industry since 2007. … Continue reading
Plane Escapes Accident as Bird Hits Cockpit Windscreen
Plane Escapes Accident as Bird Hits Cockpit Windscreen
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Nurse May Be Blinded From Rock Thrown Through Windshield
Nurse May Be Blinded From Rock Thrown Through Windshield
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Ice Crashes Through Windshield of Car in New Hampshire, Injuring Driver
Ice Crashes Through Windshield of Car in New Hampshire, Injuring Driver
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How to De-Ice Your Car Without Damaging the Windscreen
How to De-Ice Your Car Without Damaging the Windscreen
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Grinch Who Broke Car Windows in Lycoming County Arrested
Grinch Who Broke Car Windows in Lycoming County Arrested
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Congress Passes Long-Awaited Covid Relief Bill and Government Funding Plan
Congress Passes Long-Awaited Covid Relief Bill and Government Funding Plan
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Buy Corning Shares Because Glass Supplies Are Tightening, Citi Says
Buy Corning Shares Because Glass Supplies Are Tightening, Citi Says
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Mother Gives Update on Teen Injured by Boulder into Windshield
Mother Gives Update on Teen Injured by Boulder into Windshield
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2022 BMW 7 Series (G70) Speculatively Rendered With Split Headlights
2022 BMW 7 Series (G70) Speculatively Rendered With Split Headlights
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PPI: November 2020 Shows Steady Rise in Auto Glass Material Pricing
Prices for materials used in the auto glass industry showed mostly increases in November 2020, according to recently released Producer Price Index (PPI) data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The monthly PPI, which includes auto glass*, increased by … Continue reading
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Half of Drivers are Unaware That Chipped Windscreens Could Fail Their MOT
Drivers are worryingly unaware of a common threat that could lead to a failed MOT test this winter, according to Autoglass. The company conducted a survey that found 24% of drivers incorrectly believe that windscreen chips are not a part … Continue reading
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FFCRA and PPP to Get Extended: Congress Agrees to a New $900 Billion Stimulus Deal
FFCRA and PPP to Get Extended: Congress Agrees to a New $900 Billion Stimulus Deal
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Honda CR-V Is Recalled Due to Potential Power Window Failure
Honda CR-V Is Recalled Due to Potential Power Window Failure
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Regulatory Framework for Self-Driving Vehicles Proposed to UK Government
Regulatory Framework for Self-Driving Vehicles Proposed to UK Government
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Thieves Smash 70 Car Windows at Germantown Loft Complex
Thieves Smash 70 Car Windows at Germantown Loft Complex
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Mitchell International Sees Three Trends Stemming From COVID
Mitchell International, the parent company of National Auto Glass Specifications (NAGS), highlighted key data trends and its impact on the industry in its 2020 Fourth Quarter Industry Trends Report. “One thing most of these digital transformations have in common is … Continue reading
My Pick For the Best Commercials For 2020
My Pick For the Best Commercials For 2020
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Chevrolet Bolt EUV Getting All-New High-Tech Headlights
Chevrolet Bolt EUV Getting All-New High-Tech Headlights
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2 Car Enthusiasts Launch Auto Glass Repair Business
2 Car Enthusiasts Launch Auto Glass Repair Business
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More Than A Dozen Car Windows Smashed On Western Avenue Near West Ridge Nature Preserve
More Than A Dozen Car Windows Smashed On Western Avenue Near West Ridge Nature Preserve
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Gerber Collision & Glass Acquires Repair Center in Georgia
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) recently announced it acquired a collision repair center in Morrow, Ga. This location previously operated under the name Heritage Cadillac Collision Center. This is Gerber’s second repair center in Morrow, Ga. “We are … Continue reading
One-off Lamborghini SC20 Speedster Unveiled: 759bhp V12, No Windscreen
One-off Lamborghini SC20 Speedster Unveiled: 759bhp V12, No Windscreen
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Man Walks Away with Minor Injuries After Deer Lands Inside His Car
Man Walks Away with Minor Injuries After Deer Lands Inside His Car
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Windshield Protection in the Winter
Windshield Protection in the Winter
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A Closer Look at Calibration Documentation and Technical Changes
“There are various steps involved when you discuss calibration and it’s important to understand and document,” said Darrell Amberson, Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) calibration committee member, as he began describing the business review related to calibration in an … Continue reading
New Video Details 12 Steps of Calibration Documentation
If it’s difficult to remember all the steps that go into recalibration, a new video, “The ADAS Documentation of Best Practices,” can help, and it all happened when the industry came together. “When the call went out asking companies like … Continue reading
State-By-State Analysis Shows Companies Financially Benefited From Fewer Claims But Barely Compensated Customers
State-By-State Analysis Shows Companies Financially Benefited From Fewer Claims But Barely Compensated Customers
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Fremont Man Pleads Guilty To Smuggling Illegal Headlights Into The United States
Fremont Man Pleads Guilty To Smuggling Illegal Headlights Into The United States
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What COVID Did to NSG
NSG Group reported a decline in revenue in fiscal year 2020, largely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the NSG Group Integrated Report 2020, the company’s 2020 revenue was nearly $5.4 billion USD*, down from approximately $5.9 billion in … Continue reading
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Service King Provides Support for Veterans Through Employment Initiatives
Service King Collision recently showed its continuous commitment to veterans by participating in the North Central Texas Red, White and You virtual career fair. The event was hosted by the Texas Workforce Commission and Texas Veterans Commission. During the event, Service … Continue reading
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Drivers Admit to Switching ADAS Off On The Road
UK drivers are switching off Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in their vehicles, mitigating their benefits and increasing the risk of accidents on the road, according to research by Autoglass. The research, of 1,387 UK drivers, found that 41% of … Continue reading
Fix Network World Appoints New Sales Vice President
Mondofix Inc. (Fix Network World) has appointed Scott Bridges as its sales vice president for its collision and glass business in the United States. In this newly created role, Bridges will be responsible for maintaining Fix Network’s relationships with key … Continue reading
36 Years After Car Accident, Glass Still Found in Man’s Cheek
36 Years After Car Accident, Glass Still Found in Man’s Cheek
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Automotive Experts Explore Smart Cities, Electrification and COVID’s Impact
The automotive industry has evolved within the last few decades and some experts have taken a look at how COVID-19 has taken a toll on the industry. Many have agreed that the virus has not only changed the way business … Continue reading
Peninsula Glass Celebrated, Wins Top Award for Small Businesses
Peninsula Glass Celebrated, Wins Top Award for Small Businesses
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GM and Mitchell Launch GM Collision Repair Network in Canada
Mitchell International (Mitchell) and General Motors (GM) recently introduced the GM Canada Collision Repair Network. Through the Network, participants can access business and technology resources designed to streamline the repair process, which includes auto glass, increase consumer confidence and support … Continue reading
Next-Gen BMW 7 Series Rendered with Split Headlight Design
Next-Gen BMW 7 Series Rendered with Split Headlight Design
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Newington Police Investigate After Over 100 Vehicles Were Broken Into
Newington Police Investigate After Over 100 Vehicles Were Broken Into
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New Technology Keeps Safety First With Larger Displays
“If you’re going 30 miles an hour it takes you a little less than a second to look down at your speedometer and come back up and at that speed you go 46 feet in that time frame, which is … Continue reading
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Auto Insurance Fraud Ring Busted In Westchester, Bronx: DA
Auto Insurance Fraud Ring Busted In Westchester, Bronx: DA
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Failing to Clear Frost and Ice from Car Windscreen Can Invalidate Insurance Policies
Failing to Clear Frost and Ice from Car Windscreen Can Invalidate Insurance Policies
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Man Busted for Duct-Taping Torches to His Car for Headlights
Man Busted for Duct-Taping Torches to His Car for Headlights
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The Future of ADAS and Proper Vehicle Calibration
“You need to take this [factors to consider for ADAS calibrations] seriously and perfect your CRAFFT,” said David DeBoer, Burke Porter Group president and CEO, during an industry meeting. DeBoer defined CRAFFT as: Calibrated gage – ensuring the gage is … Continue reading
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Driver Gets Glass Lodged In Eye When Snow and Ice From Truck Crashes Through His Windshield
Driver Gets Glass Lodged In Eye When Snow and Ice From Truck Crashes Through His Windshield
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Fix Network Appoints New Canada Sales VP
Fix Network recently announced the appointment of Leo Filippone as its Canadian sales vice president. Filippone is a results-oriented leader with over 25 years of experience in the vehicle rental, automotive and travel industries, according to the company, and he is … Continue reading
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Pair of South Surrey Auto Glass Shops Raise $9,000 for Breast Cancer Awareness
Pair of South Surrey Auto Glass Shops Raise $9,000 for Breast Cancer Awareness
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Storms and Golf Ball-Sized Hailstones Hammer Queensland Smashing Windscreens
Storms and Golf Ball-Sized Hailstones Hammer Queensland Smashing Windscreens
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Gerber Collision & Glass Acquires 11 Locations in California
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) announced it recently acquired 11 locations in California. The acquisitions include 10 repair centers and one intake center in the counties of Riverside and San Bernardino in southern California, east of Los Angeles. … Continue reading
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Wireless Tablet Makes Assessing Auto Glass Damage More Efficient
Mitchell Internal (Mitchell) and Bosch Automotive Service Solutions (Bosch) introduced the MD-500, a wireless tablet that auto glass technicians can use to more efficiently manage the repair process, according to Mitchell. The MD-500 is a new addition to the Mitchell … Continue reading
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Driving Into the Future from Autonomous to AI
Driving Into the Future from Autonomous to AI
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COVID Sparks Spike In Usage-Based Car Insurance
COVID Sparks Spike In Usage-Based Car Insurance
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Storms and Golf Ball-Sized Hailstones Hammer Queensland Smashing Windscreens
Storms and Golf Ball-Sized Hailstones Hammer Queensland Smashing Windscreens
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Research Highlights Elements of Disruption in Collision and Auto Glass Markets
With so much disruption taking place in 2020 due to COVID-19, the industry may be wondering about the affect all of this has had on the overall market—taking a look at the collision repair market sheds some light on the … Continue reading
AirPro Diagnostics Partners with adasThink
AirPro Diagnostics announced its partnership that will deliver adasThink technology on required ADAS calibrations to its customers at no additional cost. AirPro Diagnostics stated it is proud to be the first to market to offer the adasThink technology integrated into its … Continue reading
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Ice Smashes Into Windshield Of Car Driving Down I-95
Ice Smashes Into Windshield Of Car Driving Down I-95
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Did You Receive Your Auto Insurance Premium Refund?
Did You Receive Your Auto Insurance Premium Refund?
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LAPD Patrol Car Windshield Shattered by Fired Shot; No Suspects Located
LAPD Patrol Car Windshield Shattered by Fired Shot; No Suspects Located
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How to Get a Windshield for Any Car – Even Those Not Made Anymore
Did you ever think reverse engineering and 3D could work together to create a windshield? Well it can and it has. Exact Metrology (EM) personnel from the company’s Brookfield, Wis., office used reverse engineering to help a vintage vehicle owner … Continue reading
Gerber Collision & Glass Opens Repair Center in Texas
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) recently announced it acquired a collision repair center in Pflugerville, Texas. This repair center previously operated as Masters Auto Craft, providing service since 2006, according to the company. “We look forward to providing … Continue reading
Oranmore Business Becomes Hub for Auto Repairs Group in the North-West
Oranmore Business Becomes Hub for Auto Repairs Group in the North-West
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Windscreen Replacement Perth Company Founder Reaches Three Decades of Experience
Windscreen Replacement Perth Company Founder Reaches Three Decades of Experience
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Top Tips to Prevent a Fine or MOT Failure as Wintry Weather Hits
Top Tips to Prevent a Fine or MOT Failure as Wintry Weather Hits
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Windows Broken In Thefts From 30-Plus Vehicles on Far East Side, Madison Police Say
Windows Broken In Thefts From 30-Plus Vehicles on Far East Side, Madison Police Say
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Latest Miles Driven Report Shows Sharp Decline for All Regions
All road and street travel in the U.S. decreased by 8.6%, or 23.4 billion vehicle miles, for September 2020, compared to September 2019, according to the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHA) most recent numbers. Overall travel for the month is estimated … Continue reading
State Auto Extends Partnership with CCC
CCC Information Services Inc. (CCC) recently announced that State Automobile Mutual Insurance Company (State Auto) has selected CCC as its first-party casualty solution provider, extending the companies’ relationship. Now State Auto can manage auto physical damage and first- and third-party … Continue reading
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NHTSA Seeks Feedback to Develop Framework for Automated Driving
NHTSA Seeks Feedback to Develop Framework for Automated Driving
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Livermore Falls Woman Accused of Assaulting Officer, Breaking Boyfriend’s Windshield
Livermore Falls Woman Accused of Assaulting Officer, Breaking Boyfriend’s Windshield
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Driver Busted for Using Flashlights as Headlights On His Car
Driver Busted for Using Flashlights as Headlights On His Car
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Is Winter Still the Slow Season?
December is here, and although the first official day of winter is still a few weeks away some auto glass businesses are preparing for what some find as the “slow season.” AGRR magazine/glassBYTEs.com reached out to a number of U.S. … Continue reading
Gerber Collision & Glass Opens Repair Center in Charlotte, N.C.
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) announced the opening of a collision repair center in Charlotte, N.C. According to the company, this location is on a well-traveled roadway with many retail businesses and auto dealers nearby. “The opening of … Continue reading
RABus Rolls Out Self-Driving Busses
RABus Rolls Out Self-Driving Busses
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Twin Falls Sheriff’s Office Reminds Drivers to Clean Windshields of Frost Before Driving
Twin Falls Sheriff’s Office Reminds Drivers to Clean Windshields of Frost Before Driving
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Windows Smashed On 18 Vehicles Near Oakley And Peterson Avenues In West Rogers Park
Windows Smashed On 18 Vehicles Near Oakley And Peterson Avenues In West Rogers Park
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Windshield and Sensor Patents May Impact the Industry
Apple says its application for a patent for technology that detects when a windshield is cracked has been approved. According to the patent, the proposed system would monitor the resistance of a conductive film that would be located within a … Continue reading
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Gerber Collision & Glass Opens Repair Center in California
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) announced the opening of a collision repair center in Pomona, Calif. The location previously operated as a collision repair center, according to the company. “We are eager to provide high-quality repairs and outstanding … Continue reading
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Belairdirect Opts Out of Providing Optional Auto Insurance
Belairdirect Opts Out of Providing Optional Auto Insurance
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Waymo Opening New Autonomous Vehicle Testing Site in Ohio
Waymo Opening New Autonomous Vehicle Testing Site in Ohio
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Man Arrested After Allegedly Smashing Vehicle Windows and Stealing in West Kelowna
Man Arrested After Allegedly Smashing Vehicle Windows and Stealing in West Kelowna
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Adhesion and Visibility Issues Cause Recalls for Two Manufacturers
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued two recalls from Tesla Inc. (Tesla) and Toyota. Tesla Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 Model X vehicles. According to NHTSA, the front and spine cosmetic roof trim may have … Continue reading
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Fix Network & RMHC Canada Launch “Season of Giving” Initiative
Fix Network has pledged its support to Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada (RMHC Canada) by launching its Season of Giving initiative to help families. Fix Network’s Canada-wide initiative will help support RMHC’s 34 programs across the country that provide families … Continue reading
Embraer E145 Windscreen Smashed By Bird Strike In Kinshasa
Embraer E145 Windscreen Smashed By Bird Strike In Kinshasa
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EF2 Tornado Damage Found in Arlington, NWS Says
EF2 Tornado Damage Found in Arlington, NWS Says
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Expert Tips on Defrosting Your Windshield
Expert Tips on Defrosting Your Windshield
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Karen Woman Shatters Taxi Windscreen with Gun Over Fare
Karen Woman Shatters Taxi Windscreen with Gun Over Fare
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Firefighters Save Smulligan Glass Warehouse
Firefighters Save Smulligan Glass Warehouse
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Apple Files Patent That Will Force Drivers To Replace Cracked Windshield
Apple Files Patent That Will Force Drivers To Replace Cracked Windshield
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New Auto Insurance Reform Law to Help Michigan Drivers Save Money
New Auto Insurance Reform Law to Help Michigan Drivers Save Money
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Luminar to Supply Lidar Sensors for Mobileye’s Self-Driving Fleet
Luminar to Supply Lidar Sensors for Mobileye’s Self-Driving Fleet
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Coromandel Drivers Fed Up With Costly Windscreen Repairs Due To Loose Road Surfaces
Coromandel Drivers Fed Up With Costly Windscreen Repairs Due To Loose Road Surfaces
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AGRR Businesses Reflect on Everything from Holiday Promotions to Why They are Thankful
Thanksgiving is a time to celebrate what we are thankful for while surrounded by family and friends. This year the holiday might look a little different as many are preparing to travel, while also trying to adhere to updated safety … Continue reading
LATAM Airbus A321 Returns Over Two Cracked Windshields
LATAM Airbus A321 Returns Over Two Cracked Windshields
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Glass-Domed Train Cars Featured On New Scenic Train Route Coming to Colorado
Glass-Domed Train Cars Featured On New Scenic Train Route Coming to Colorado
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Kemper Acquires Private Passenger Auto Insurance Provider
Kemper Acquires Private Passenger Auto Insurance Provider
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Gatik’s Self-Driving Delivery Vans Head North to Canada
Gatik’s Self-Driving Delivery Vans Head North to Canada
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Car Frost: Cold Weather Warning as Drivers May Accidentally Crack Their Windscreens
Car Frost: Cold Weather Warning as Drivers May Accidentally Crack Their Windscreens
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Pandemic’s Tie to Miles Driven – Is It More or Less?
“Americans have gotten comfortable [with] working from home and buying online,” said Gary Silberg, KPMG International Limited (KPMG) partner and automotive sector global head. Do the changes in lifestyle and increased reliance on travel in motor vehicles mean we are … Continue reading
2021 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Reveals Production-Spec Headlights In New Spy Shots
2021 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Reveals Production-Spec Headlights In New Spy Shots
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Michigan Gov. Whitmer Appoints 10 to Council on Future Mobility and Electrification
Michigan Gov. Whitmer Appoints 10 to Council on Future Mobility and Electrification
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GM’s OnStar Unit to Launch Auto Insurance Coverage
GM’s OnStar Unit to Launch Auto Insurance Coverage
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Motor Mouth: Window ‘Problem’ Actually is a Feature
Motor Mouth: Window ‘Problem’ Actually is a Feature
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North Carolina Auto Glass Shop Files for Reorganization
A-1 Auto Glass Inc. (A-1) filed for voluntary Chapter 11 bankruptcy petition in North Carolina’s Middle District Court earlier this month. The company is headquartered in Yadkinville, N.C., according to the bankruptcy protection form. According to A-1’s filed voluntary Chapter … Continue reading
Autoglass Named Preferred Supplier for Ageas Insurance
Autoglass recently announced its new three and a half-year contract with Ageas, one of the largest car insurers in the UK. The new partnership, which went live on November 1, 2020 will see Autoglass offer its glass repair, replacement and … Continue reading
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Meet the New Luxury Electric Car That Finally Rivals Tesla
Meet the New Luxury Electric Car That Finally Rivals Tesla
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American Airlines Plane Forced to Turn Around After Windshield Cracks Mid-Flight
American Airlines Plane Forced to Turn Around After Windshield Cracks Mid-Flight
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Spotted Lanternfly Makes Landfall in Ohio; Officials Urge Vigilance
Spotted Lanternfly Makes Landfall in Ohio; Officials Urge Vigilance
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Car Drives Off with Door Lodged in Windscreen
Car Drives Off with Door Lodged in Windscreen
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Allscreens Expands Its Network with 1st Direct Windscreens Acquisition
Allscreens Expands Its Network with 1st Direct Windscreens Acquisition
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WATCH | Widespread Damage as Pietermaritzburg, Midlands Battered by Hail Stones the Size of Tennis Balls
WATCH | Widespread Damage as Pietermaritzburg, Midlands Battered by Hail Stones the Size of Tennis Balls
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Here’s The Car Insurance You Need for Windshield Repair
Here’s The Car Insurance You Need for Windshield Repair
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Auto Supplier Expanding in Alabaster
Auto Supplier Expanding in Alabaster
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Mini Urbanaut Concept Hints at How its Cars Could Look by the Time New Petrol and Diesel Vehicles are Banned
Mini Urbanaut Concept Hints at How its Cars Could Look by the Time New Petrol and Diesel Vehicles are Banned
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Deaf Grangemouth Driver (83) said Frosted Windscreen Caused Him to Veer Blindly into Oncoming Traffic
Deaf Grangemouth Driver (83) said Frosted Windscreen Caused Him to Veer Blindly into Oncoming Traffic
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GEICO Virtual Career Fair Aims to Fill 2,000 Positions Countrywide
GEICO Virtual Career Fair Aims to Fill 2,000 Positions Countrywide
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Honda Legend Will Offer Level 3 Autonomous Driving, at Least in Japan
Honda Legend Will Offer Level 3 Autonomous Driving, at Least in Japan
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Caliber Hosts Virtual Food Drive to Support Local Food Banks
Caliber Hosts Virtual Food Drive to Support Local Food Banks
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Right Choice Adds Restyling Services to their Windshield Repair Business in Parker
Right Choice Adds Restyling Services to their Windshield Repair Business in Parker
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Troopers Say 29 Vehicle Pileup Could Be Blamed on Truck Driver Clearing Snow from Windshield on I-94
Troopers Say 29 Vehicle Pileup Could Be Blamed on Truck Driver Clearing Snow from Windshield on I-94
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Former TruRoad Exec Forms Collision Repair Company
Rich Harrison has a new job. The co-founder and senior manager of TruRoad, and prior to that COO for Safelite, has announced the formation of CollisionRight, a regional multi-shop operator of auto body services in the Central United States. Harrison will … Continue reading
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AGRR Podcast: Learn the New Dates and Info for Auto Glass Week 2021
AGRR Podcast: Learn the New Dates and Info for Auto Glass Week 2021
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British Airways Pilot Saved from Being Sucked Out of Plane
British Airways Pilot Saved from Being Sucked Out of Plane
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More Than a Dozen Car Windows Smashed on Atlanta Street in One Night
More Than a Dozen Car Windows Smashed on Atlanta Street in One Night
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Massachusetts Voters Vote Yes on Right to Repair Bill
Massachusetts residents spoke out and voted “yes” on the Right to Repair Bill. According to the results, Massachusetts voters overwhelmingly voiced their support at the ballot box for Ballot Question 1, which will preserve vehicle owners’ rights to have access … Continue reading
Representatives of Xinyi Canada Glass Answer Questions Ahead of Council Discussion Tuesday
Representatives of Xinyi Canada Glass Answer Questions Ahead of Council Discussion Tuesday
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AGSC Founder’s Wife Passes Away
Ruby Jean Jolliff, the wife of one of the Auto Glass Safety Council’s founders, Carl Jolliff, passed away from COVID-19 November 14, 2020 at Ozarks Medical Center. She was 83 years old. She was born on December 22, 1936, in … Continue reading
Insights from Florida Chamber Insurance Summit: Auto Glass AOBs Replacing Property AOB Market
Insights from Florida Chamber Insurance Summit: Auto Glass AOBs Replacing Property AOB Market
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How Has Boyd Group Fared Through the Pandemic?
Boyd Group Services Inc. (The Boyd Group) released its 2020 third quarter financial report recently and noted its financial results were impacted significantly by the pandemic. According to the report, sales decreased by 10.3% to $508.3 million from $567.0 million … Continue reading
Incoming Florida House speaker rolls out some rule changes for upcoming session
Incoming Florida House speaker rolls out some rule changes for upcoming session
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Honda’s Self-Driving System Wins OK for Use on Busy Roads in Japan
Honda’s Self-Driving System Wins OK for Use on Busy Roads in Japan
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Basic Principles of Glass Repair in Toronto
Basic Principles of Glass Repair in Toronto
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Burglar Shatters Car Windows in Port Charlotte
Burglar Shatters Car Windows in Port Charlotte
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Calibration Service Launched by Pilkington
NSG Group’s Pilkington North America Aftermarket Glass Replacement business unit recently announced the launch of The Calibration People™. It’s a new service that is designed to provide additional access to remote and local calibration and for auto glass installers. “As … Continue reading
Fix Network World Appoints New Marketing and Communications Director
Mondofix Inc. (Fix Network World) today announced the appointment of Alan Gajewski as its marketing and communications director in the United States. In this position, Gajewski will drive all aspects of marketing and communications in the US, including for ProColor … Continue reading
Examining McLaren Elva’s Innovative Virtual Windshield
Examining McLaren Elva’s Innovative Virtual Windshield
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Tesla Expands Warranty to Cover Defective Main Computers in Some Model S and X Vehicles
Tesla Expands Warranty to Cover Defective Main Computers in Some Model S and X Vehicles
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State Farm to Shutter Murfreesboro Operations Center
State Farm to Shutter Murfreesboro Operations Center
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Vehicle Bashing Spree Lands Man in Jail
Vehicle Bashing Spree Lands Man in Jail
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Digital Honor Wall Highlights Veterans
The men and women who have served or are serving in the military are recognized for their sacrifice and hard work. This year, K&K Glass, which has several locations in Florida, tried something new and has put up a Veterans’ … Continue reading
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New Website Spearheads Next Generation Digital Platform Launch
National Windscreens, an automotive repair supply chain, has been impacted by the shift from offline to online transactions. The company notes that the digital journey has an increasing impact on the overall customer experience. The company teamed up with Vodafone … Continue reading
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Arizona Approves Local Auto Glass and Tint Contractors, Protects Agencies and Co-Op Members from Fraud
After allegations of fraudulent insurance claims or non-performance by Arizona-based auto glass repair companies earlier in 2020, the state released a newly evaluated contractor list that has been approved to provide glass and tint services to nearly 400 state agencies … Continue reading
IBC Responds to Ontario’s Auto Insurance Reform Plans
IBC Responds to Ontario’s Auto Insurance Reform Plans
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Drivers Likely to be Hit with £100 Fine for Small Headlight Failures this Winter
Drivers Likely to be Hit with £100 Fine for Small Headlight Failures this Winter
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Police Arrest Protester Who Busted Semi Windshield with Traffic Cone
Police Arrest Protester Who Busted Semi Windshield with Traffic Cone
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Pilkington UK Investigates Carbon Capture Capabilities
Pilkington UK Investigates Carbon Capture Capabilities
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AAA Texas Announces Additional $139M in Financial Relief for Auto Insurance Policyholders
AAA Texas Announces Additional $139M in Financial Relief for Auto Insurance Policyholders
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Self-Driving Car Legislation Will Try Again Next Year
Self-Driving Car Legislation Will Try Again Next Year
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Warning After Woman Struck by Driver with Frosted Windscreen
Warning After Woman Struck by Driver with Frosted Windscreen
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Dorset Police Car Parked in Christchurch Has Window Smashed
Dorset Police Car Parked in Christchurch Has Window Smashed
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He’s The Real Election Night Winner
Auto glass businesses have done just about everything to gain potential customer’s attention, and in Kerry Soat’s case wearing his company’s tee shirt was all it took to propel him into national television news. Soat is the CEO of Fas-Break … Continue reading
C-Bond Systems Files Patent in European Union for its Windshield Strengthening Solution
C-Bond Systems (C-Bond), a nanotechnology solutions company, recently announced that it has filed a patent titled Composition and Method for Multipurpose Emulsion that Strengthens Glass and Modifies Glass Surface in the European Union. The patent was filed to protect the … Continue reading
All Regions Show Decreases in Latest Miles Driven Report
All road and street travel in the U.S. decreased by 12.3%, or 35.3 billion vehicle miles, for August 2020, compared to August 2019, according to the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHA) most recent numbers. Overall travel for the month is estimated … Continue reading
Mercedes Withdraws From Fully Autonomous Vehicle Race
Mercedes Withdraws From Fully Autonomous Vehicle Race
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Transport Canada looking at Mandating ADAS
Transport Canada looking at Mandating ADAS
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Driver Survives Tree Branch Smashing Windshield in Kingston
Driver Survives Tree Branch Smashing Windshield in Kingston
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Allstate (ALL) Surpasses Q3 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
Allstate (ALL) Surpasses Q3 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
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Study Says Need for Re-Calibration is Overlooked
adasThink, a Toronto-based software company has released a study showing that Advanced Driver-Assistance System (ADAS) re-calibrations are routinely missed. Its study focused on Canadian collision repair shops and included the following OEM vehicle models: Acura, Audi, Buick, Dodge, Ford, GMC, … Continue reading
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Gerber Collision & Glass Opens Second Location in Waterford, Mich.
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) announced the opening of a collision repair center in Waterford, Mich. This is the Boyd Group’s second location in Waterford, Mich. which is approximately 40 miles northwest of Detroit and between Gerber repair … Continue reading
AAA Announces Third Round of Financial Relief for Auto Insurance Policyholders
American Automobile Association (AAA) members who insure their vehicles through the Interinsurance Exchange of the Automobile Club will receive a third round of premium refunds totaling approximately $46 million, according to the association’s release. This latest COVID-19 financial relief is … Continue reading
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Tesla is Using Double-Paned Glass on Pre-Refreshed Model 3s
Tesla is Using Double-Paned Glass on Pre-Refreshed Model 3s
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GFPD Receives Several Reports of Cars with Damage to Windows, Three Suspects Identified
GFPD Receives Several Reports of Cars with Damage to Windows, Three Suspects Identified
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Downed Christmas Decoration Leads to Damaged Windshield
Downed Christmas Decoration Leads to Damaged Windshield
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Potential Windows Falling Out and Driver Visibility Issues Spark Latest Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued two recalls from Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) and Ford Motor Company (Ford). Volvo The recall, according to NHTSA, states that windows may become detached from the impacted vehicles, which would … Continue reading
Gerber Collision & Glass Acquires Three Locations in Michigan
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) recently announced the company has acquired three collision repair centers in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The repair centers, located in Escanaba, Kingsford and Marquette, previously operated as Classic Auto Collision Centers originating … Continue reading
Allstate Workers Claim Retirement Plan Lost Them Millions
Katherine Cutrone became the lead plaintiff in a class action lawsuit against her former employer, Allstate Corp. (Allstate). Cutrone filed the class action complaint last alleging current and former employees have lost more than $65 million in retirement savings because … Continue reading
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Bosch, Hunter Engineering Collaborate On ADAS Calibration
Bosch, Hunter Engineering Collaborate On ADAS Calibration
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Will This New Bill Raise Your Auto Insurance Rates?
Will This New Bill Raise Your Auto Insurance Rates?
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Man with Machete Breaks Patrol Car Windshield, Stabs Oceanside Police Dog
Man with Machete Breaks Patrol Car Windshield, Stabs Oceanside Police Dog
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AGRR Podcast: The Question Everyone’s Asking About Auto Glass Week 2021
AGRR Podcast: The Question Everyone’s Asking About Auto Glass Week 2021
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Glass Doctor Honors Top Franchise Performers During Virtual Reunion
Glass Doctor, a Neighborly company, recently announced its franchise network’s top performers of 2019 during Neighborly United, the organization’s first-ever virtual reunion. “Neighborly’s annual reunion may have looked a bit different this year, but the pride we all have to … Continue reading
Carlex Glass Leverages SurveyMonkey Enterprise to Improve its Internal COVID-19 Communication
SurveyMonkey says its platform has helped Carlex Glass ensure the health of its employees and keep productivity high across the company throughout the pandemic, which resulted in safer worksites, according to the company. SurveyMonkey provides a mobile-friendly and automated symptom-tracking … Continue reading
Lexus Partners with TED to Contemplate the Future of Automated Vehicles
Lexus Partners with TED to Contemplate the Future of Automated Vehicles
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Where’s Xinyi? Company Close to Choosing Canadian Location
Officials in Stratford, Ontario, say Xinyi Canada Glass could be coming to town. According to Stratford’s economic development corporation, investStratford, potential development for Xinyi’s first Canadian facility is being considered on lands at the southwest corner of Stratford near the … Continue reading
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Mainstreet™ Partners with Glass.com® to Help Its Customers Acquire Leads
Mainstreet™ customers get easy access to Glass.com® features Belleville, MI – Mainstreet™, one of the glass industry’s leading business management software companies, has partnered with Glass.com®, a lead acquisition company for the glass industry. This partnership will allow Mainstreet™ customers to quickly … Continue reading
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Fix Auto Calgary Deerfoot Achieves CCIAP Recognition
Christopher Peterson, Fix Auto Canada regional vice president (western region), recently announced that Fix Auto Calgary Deerfoot achieved recognition under the Canadian Collision Industry Accreditation Program (CCIAP). With the accreditation, Fix Auto Calgary Deerfoot joins a group of Canadian collision … Continue reading
New York Must Do More to End Racism in Auto Insurance
New York Must Do More to End Racism in Auto Insurance
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2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Recalled Due to Faulty Headlight Adjustment
2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Recalled Due to Faulty Headlight Adjustment
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Iowa City Driving Simulator Awarded $1.45 Million to Research Automated Vehicles
Iowa City Driving Simulator Awarded $1.45 Million to Research Automated Vehicles
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Tesla Insurance Could be 30–40% of The Value of Tesla’s Car Business
Tesla Insurance Could be 30–40% of The Value of Tesla’s Car Business
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LKQ Corporation Third Quarter Financials Out
LKQ Corporation (LKQ), parent company of PGW Auto Glass, reported a decrease in its revenue in the third quarter, which ended September 30, 2020. According to the financial report, which was released today, the company’s revenue is $3.0 billion; a … Continue reading
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Gartner HR Practice Survey Finds 60% of Employees Report the U.S. Presidential Election Is Impacting Their Ability to Get Work Done
Gartner HR Practice Survey Finds 60% of Employees Report the U.S. Presidential Election Is Impacting Their Ability to Get Work Done
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Ares S1 Project Spyder is a Roofless and Windshield-Less Version of the S Project Coupe
Ares S1 Project Spyder is a Roofless and Windshield-Less Version of the S Project Coupe
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Tree Falls and Smashes Through Windshield of Patrol Car
Tree Falls and Smashes Through Windshield of Patrol Car
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Charlie’s Matrix Auto Glass Wins Arizona Statewide Contract for Vehicle Glass Replacement
Charlie’s Matrix Auto Glass, a local family-owned automotive glass and tint company, was awarded the Statewide Contract for Vehicle Glass Replacement, Repair, Tinting, and Accessories by the State of Arizona. The company has provided car glass and tinting services since … Continue reading
Auto Glass Company Named in Best in Business Listing
Auto Glass Company Named in Best in Business Listing
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Here’s Why You Should Care About ‘Right To Repair’
Here’s Why You Should Care About ‘Right To Repair’
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Trailer Carrying Glass Panels Detached from Van Before Colliding with Car
Trailer Carrying Glass Panels Detached from Van Before Colliding with Car
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Legislation to Combat Unfair Auto Insurance Rates Clears Committee
Legislation to Combat Unfair Auto Insurance Rates Clears Committee
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Visibility Issues Cause Recalls for Two Manufacturers
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued two visibility recalls from Chrysler (FCA) and Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari). FCA The recall, according to NHTSA, states that missing driver side mirror glass reduces driver visibility, which would increase … Continue reading
Zenith Auto Glass Provides Free Service to Help Northlanders Get Donations
Zenith Auto Glass Provides Free Service to Help Northlanders Get Donations
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Maryland Auto Insurance Launches New Auto Insurance Fraud Initiative
Maryland Auto Insurance Launches New Auto Insurance Fraud Initiative
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Light Launches Clarity Camera System to Accurate Autonomous Vehicle Vision
Light Launches Clarity Camera System to Accurate Autonomous Vehicle Vision
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Buck Explodes Through SUV Windshield, Sunroof in Northern Michigan
Buck Explodes Through SUV Windshield, Sunroof in Northern Michigan
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The Dirt: Mygrant Glass Co. building new distribution warehouse, office in Spokane Valley
The Dirt: Mygrant Glass Co. building new distribution warehouse, office in Spokane Valley
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Lorraine Complains: You Might Be Surprised By the Auto Industry’s Biggest Scams
Lorraine Complains: You Might Be Surprised By the Auto Industry’s Biggest Scams
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Ferrari 812 Superfast is So Quick the Rear Window Will Fall Out
Ferrari 812 Superfast is So Quick the Rear Window Will Fall Out
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GM’s Cruise Autonomous Vehicles to Hit San Francisco Streets Without Human Backup Driver Before End of Year
GM’s Cruise Autonomous Vehicles to Hit San Francisco Streets Without Human Backup Driver Before End of Year
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Milestone Achievement for Perth Windscreen Repair Company
Milestone Achievement for Perth Windscreen Repair Company
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Potato Shatters Deputy’s Windshield In Temecula, Witnesses Sought
Potato Shatters Deputy’s Windshield In Temecula, Witnesses Sought
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When Self-Driving Cars Don’t Realize They’ve Been In A Car Crash
When Self-Driving Cars Don’t Realize They’ve Been In A Car Crash
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Saint-Gobain Ranked Among World’s Most Sustainably Managed Firms
Saint-Gobain Ranked Among World’s Most Sustainably Managed Firms
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Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Found to be Susceptible to Split-Second Flash Phantoms
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Found to be Susceptible to Split-Second Flash Phantoms
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McLaren Written Off After Being Run Over by Audi Q5 in Sainsbury’s Car Park
McLaren Written Off After Being Run Over by Audi Q5 in Sainsbury’s Car Park
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Altoona Man Sues Over Ex-Employer’s Mask-Wearing Policy
Altoona Man Sues Over Ex-Employer’s Mask-Wearing Policy
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Soaring Commercial Auto Insurance Rates, Onerous Conditions ‘Killing Us,’ Small Businesses Say
Soaring Commercial Auto Insurance Rates, Onerous Conditions ‘Killing Us,’ Small Businesses Say
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Avnet Poised to Play Key Role in Next-Generation Automotive Technology
Avnet Poised to Play Key Role in Next-Generation Automotive Technology
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Tesla Model Y Window Shatters On Its Own While Parked In Garage
Tesla Model Y Window Shatters On Its Own While Parked In Garage
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Auto Glass Guy Turns Children Book Author
Auto Glass Guy Turns Children Book Author
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Vitro Wants Claims Dismissed in Ongoing Boycott Lawsuit
Vitro lawyers have filed a request for an order of dismissal in the ongoing boycott civil lawsuit between O.E.M. Glass Network Inc. and Brooklyn Wholesale Glass Inc. (known together as OEMGN). The stipulation for dismissal would only apply to the … Continue reading
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Macon Auto Glass Shop Fixes Windshields Damaged by Debris
Macon Auto Glass Shop Fixes Windshields Damaged by Debris
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Maryland Auto Insurance Launches New Auto Insurance Fraud Initiative
Maryland Auto Insurance Launches New Auto Insurance Fraud Initiative
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Forget AR Glasses. Augmented Reality is Headed to Your Windshield
Forget AR Glasses. Augmented Reality is Headed to Your Windshield
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Atascadero Man Arrested for Shattering Glass on a Child
Atascadero Man Arrested for Shattering Glass on a Child
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Lakeside Auto Buys Spring Lake Vander Mill, Expansions Planned
Lakeside Auto Buys Spring Lake Vander Mill, Expansions Planned
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What You Need to Know About Door-To-Door Windshield Companies
What You Need to Know About Door-To-Door Windshield Companies
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Bosch Launches New ADAS and Body Electronics Catalog
Bosch Launches New ADAS and Body Electronics Catalog
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Celebrating 30 Years in the Industry
Although this year may have been filled with twists and turns many auto glass shops, including City Auto Glass (CAG), have celebrated milestones. Mike Schenian, CAG president and Jon Laski, CEO, shared some of the business’ strengths leading up to … Continue reading
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Chinese Self-Driving Cars Ready to Roll Abroad
Chinese Self-Driving Cars Ready to Roll Abroad
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Lawyer Ahmednasir Threatens to Auction KeNHA Vehicles over Damaged Bentley’s Windscreen
Lawyer Ahmednasir Threatens to Auction KeNHA Vehicles over Damaged Bentley’s Windscreen
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Huge Metal Debris Smashes Through Car Windshield on Delray Beach Highway
Huge Metal Debris Smashes Through Car Windshield on Delray Beach Highway
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Secrets to a Successful Calibration
The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) recently hosted a webinar for service technicians titled, ADAS Calibration – Do It Right and Document What You Do! The webinar was presented by Brent Johnson, Vehicle Service Group global product management … Continue reading
Mitchell Announces New Provider Data Explorer to Help Combat Claims Fraud, Waste and Abuse
Mitchell Announces New Provider Data Explorer to Help Combat Claims Fraud, Waste and Abuse
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Caliber Continues ‘Restoring You’ With a Virtual Food Drive
Caliber, which has automotive service brands that include Caliber Auto Glass, Caliber Auto Care and Caliber Collision, is holding its ninth annual ‘Restoring You’ food drive virtually this fall. The company noted it will be benefiting 72 local food banks across … Continue reading
The 2021 Ford Bronco Almost Had a Jeep-Style Folding Windshield
The 2021 Ford Bronco Almost Had a Jeep-Style Folding Windshield
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Driver Injured as Stone Smashes into Lorry Windscreen on Dundee’s Busiest Road
Driver Injured as Stone Smashes into Lorry Windscreen on Dundee’s Busiest Road
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Auto Windscreens Becomes an Institute of Customer Service Member
Auto Windscreens recently announced it has become a member of the Institute of Customer Service. The Institute is the UK’s independent professional body and helps businesses put customers at the heart of everything they do, according to the company. During … Continue reading
Coronavirus Survives 28 Days on Glass, Currency, Australian Researchers Find
Coronavirus Survives 28 Days on Glass, Currency, Australian Researchers Find
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Hail Cracks Windshield of United Airlines Plane, Forcing Emergency Landing at O’Hare
Hail Cracks Windshield of United Airlines Plane, Forcing Emergency Landing at O’Hare
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Autoglass Opens New Center in Reading
With new safety measures in place, Autoglass a UK vehicle glass repair, replacement and recalibration company, has recently opened a branch within the Makro car park on Craddock Road. In what the company describes as being located in the heart … Continue reading
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Actual Self-Driving Taxis Are Hitting City Streets
Actual Self-Driving Taxis Are Hitting City Streets
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The Real Cost to Replace Your New Subaru Windshield with EyeSight Might Shock You
The Real Cost to Replace Your New Subaru Windshield with EyeSight Might Shock You
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Landlord Caught on Video Smashing Tenant’s Car Windows
Landlord Caught on Video Smashing Tenant’s Car Windows
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Former Employees Fight For Wages in Class Action Complaint
Elizabeth Longoria and Melissa Gomez have become the lead plaintiffs in a class action lawsuit against defendant American Automobile Association (AAA). The class action complaint alleges the association violated the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Arizona Wage Act. … Continue reading
Organizations Adapt to New Rules of Pandemic Engagement
Organizations Adapt to New Rules of Pandemic Engagement
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Aston Martin Tests Windshield-Less Speedster Prototype on the Streets
Aston Martin Tests Windshield-Less Speedster Prototype on the Streets
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Driver Seriously Injured After 40-Pound Sandbag Thrown Through Windshield from Overpass on I-96
Driver Seriously Injured After 40-Pound Sandbag Thrown Through Windshield from Overpass on I-96
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Dad Refused to Break Window to Save Toddler Locked in Hot Car, Police Say
Dad Refused to Break Window to Save Toddler Locked in Hot Car, Police Say
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Dash Camera Captures Man Shooting Through Own Windshield in Orange County
Dash Camera Captures Man Shooting Through Own Windshield in Orange County
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Tesla’s Glass Roof Flies Off on I-580
Tesla’s Glass Roof Flies Off on I-580
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Hesston High Principal Accused of Breaking Student Windshield with Bat
Hesston High Principal Accused of Breaking Student Windshield with Bat
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Wildfires and Their Impacts on the Industry
Wildfires have severely impacted businesses, homes and more on the West Coast, and according to news reports, California recorded its first gigafire in modern history this week. A gigafire is a term for a blaze that burns at least one … Continue reading
Owner Retires from Fas-Break Glass
Fas-Break Glass took to its social media page to congratulate Kevin Massick, Fas-Break owner, located in Billings, Mont., on his retirement. Massick bought a distributorship and joined the Fas-Break Corporation in 1994, according to the company. “Kevin is a rock … Continue reading
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IBC Statement on the Future of Auto Insurance in British Columbia
IBC Statement on the Future of Auto Insurance in British Columbia
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Debris Smashes SUV Windshield on 195 in New Bedford; Rochester Man Badly Injured
Debris Smashes SUV Windshield on 195 in New Bedford; Rochester Man Badly Injured
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Clean Your Windscreen: The Basic Rules That’ll Make Anyone a Safer Driver
Clean Your Windscreen: The Basic Rules That’ll Make Anyone a Safer Driver
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Case Closed: Final Verdict Issued in Defective Sunroof Suit
The defective sunroof lawsuit between plaintiff Tom Kondash and defendant Kia Motors America, Inc. (Kia) has come to an end. According to the final judgement, several motions were denied that included excluding expert testimonies. It is ordered and adjudged that … Continue reading
Mitchell International Brings Cloud Estimating to the Canadian Market
Mitchell International (Mitchell) recently announced the availability of Mitchell Cloud Estimating in Canada. Carriers and collision repairers can use the cloud-based application to write estimates from anywhere and from any Internet-enabled device—including their smartphone, tablet or laptop, according to the … Continue reading
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Fix Network Welcomes New ProColor Collision Center
Daryll O’Keefe, Fix Network Ontario regional vice president , recently welcomed ProColor Collision Milton to the network. The new location underlines Fix Network’s reputation as the largest and fastest growing automotive aftermarket brand in the world, according to the company. “We are thrilled … Continue reading
Unemployment Will Likely Ripple To Auto Insurance Rates
Unemployment Will Likely Ripple To Auto Insurance Rates
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Pilkington Releases New Automotive Glazing Option
Pilkington recently launched Pilkington Sundym™ Select, which the company states is the latest glazing innovation from its automotive division. According to Bill George, Pilkington’s business planning director, there was an industry need for this type of technology. By using suspended … Continue reading
Zenith Auto Glass Now Open in Duluth
Zenith Auto Glass Now Open in Duluth
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Piëch Automotive Appoints New Executives to Drive Launch Plans
Piëch Automotive AG, an automotive start-up company based in Zurich, Switzerland, has recently appointed a number of leading executives. Matthias Müller, former CEO of Porsche and Volkswagen, is the newly appointed chairman. He will work closely with company co-founders Toni … Continue reading
You Can’t Look Out the Back of These Cars, Recalls Issued
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued two visibility recalls from Nissan North America Inc. (Nissan), and Ford Motor Company (Ford). Nissan The recall, according to NHTSA, states that the rear window glass may separate from the vehicle, … Continue reading
Autoglass Raised Over €1.7M for Charity
Autoglass, alongside sister companies from around the world, announced it has raised over €1.7 ($2,002,532 USD) million for global charity partner Afrika Tikkun at the 2020 Spirit of Belron challenge. This year the event took place virtually for the first … Continue reading
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Jim Richardson Becomes Auto Glass Fitters New Senior Vice President
Auto Glass Fitters, Inc. recently announced that Jim Richardson has been named senior vice president for the company. Richardson will play a key role in sales, operations and future strategic growth plans at Auto Glass Fitters, according to the company. … Continue reading
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Erie Insurance Ranked Among Top Insurance Companies
Erie Insurance Ranked Among Top Insurance Companies
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Car’s Windows Smashed After It Was Incorrectly Linked to ‘Child Abduction’ Fears
Car’s Windows Smashed After It Was Incorrectly Linked to ‘Child Abduction’ Fears
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Latest Miles Driven Report Shows Drivers Stayed Off of the Roads
All road and street travel in the U.S. decreased by 11.2%, or 33.2 billion vehicle miles, for July 2020, compared to July 2019, according to the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHA) most recent numbers. Overall travel for the month is estimated … Continue reading
Fix Auto Saint John East Upgrades Facility
Fix Auto Saint John East announced the expansion of its operations following an upgrade of its facility. The company says the new facelift will boost its current repair capabilities by three times and will include high-performance technologies and systems designed … Continue reading
Ford Recalls More Than 600,000 Vehicles over Rearview Cameras
Ford Recalls More Than 600,000 Vehicles over Rearview Cameras
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Insurer Allstate to Cut Nearly 8% of Workforce Under Restructuring Plan
Insurer Allstate to Cut Nearly 8% of Workforce Under Restructuring Plan
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Volkswagen’s Traton and TuSimple Partner to Develop Self-Driving Trucks
Volkswagen’s Traton and TuSimple Partner to Develop Self-Driving Trucks
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Judge Rules Against Class Certification in Lawsuit
U.S. District Court Judge Matthew W. McFarland, recently issued an order denying class certification the alleged defective sunroof lawsuit between plaintiff Tom Kondash and defendant Kia Motors America, Inc. (Kia). According to the order, Kondash’s class action request was denied … Continue reading
Caliber Gifts Restored Vehicles to Frontline Heroes
Caliber announced it is pleased to extend its ‘Restoring You’ community and teammate program. In collaboration with its insurance partners as part of the National Auto Body Council’s Recycled Rides® program, Caliber will be gifting restored vehicles to frontline medical … Continue reading
‘RadarGlass’ – Car Headlights are Becoming Radar Sensors
‘RadarGlass’ – Car Headlights are Becoming Radar Sensors
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Driverless Shuttle Starts Tests in Fairfax County
Driverless Shuttle Starts Tests in Fairfax County
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Roof and Windscreen Crushed as Car Flips onto Roof in Crash
Roof and Windscreen Crushed as Car Flips onto Roof in Crash
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COVID Boosts Digital Age for Auto Claims
Some auto glass members say having digital options for customers is needed and COVID-19 increased demand. The insurance claims side of the industry has offered customers options to file and check claim status reports online, and experts agree on its … Continue reading
Nissan Recalls Model Year 2019 Titans with LED Headlights
Nissan Recalls Model Year 2019 Titans with LED Headlights
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VW Gets Serious About Car.Software, Buys Major Front Camera Business
VW Gets Serious About Car.Software, Buys Major Front Camera Business
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Apple Wins a new Series of Project Titan Patents
Apple Wins a new Series of Project Titan Patents
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Mercedes-Benz Requests Class Action Complaint to be Removed or Dismissed
A recent motion in the class action lawsuit between Bruce Pickens and defendants Mercedes-Benz, Daimler AG, Saint-Gobain Sekurit (Saint Gobain), and Napleton Autowerks of Indiana, Inc. (Napleton Autowerks) seeks to put this case to rest. Defendants Napleton Autowerks recently filed … Continue reading
Gerber Collision & Glass Acquires Two Wisconsin Repair Centers
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) announced it has acquired two collision repair centers in Hales Corners and Milwaukee, Wis. The locations previously operated as Auto Body Express (Hales Corners) and Lou’s Auto Body (Milwaukee). “We are demonstrating our … Continue reading
Fix Auto Welcomes Toronto Junction to Its Network
Daryll O’Keefe, Fix Network Ontario regional vice president, recently announced the network welcomed Fix Auto Toronto Junction. “We are very proud to welcome Fix Auto Toronto Junction to the Fix network of family-owned businesses,” said O’Keefe. “John Tsoumaris has built … Continue reading
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Covestro Develops Headlight Concept Using Only One Plastic Material
Covestro Develops Headlight Concept Using Only One Plastic Material
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UK Regulators Force Auto Insurance Overhaul
UK Regulators Force Auto Insurance Overhaul
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Dozens of Cars Vandalized, Had Their Windows Broken, on Cleveland’s West Side
Dozens of Cars Vandalized, Had Their Windows Broken, on Cleveland’s West Side
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Update: Auto Glass Shops Continue Moving Forward During COVID
Auto glass businesses, like many other companies were impacted by the onset of COVID-19. glassBYTES reached out to a few auto glass businesses to see how they’ve faired with safety changes, stay-at-home orders and more. “We actually got shut down … Continue reading
AAG Auto Glass & Tint of Arizona Becomes an Eco-Friendly Projects Sponsor
AAG Auto Glass & Tint of Arizona Becomes an Eco-Friendly Projects Sponsor
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Man Treated for Minor Injury after Board Hits Windshield
Man Treated for Minor Injury after Board Hits Windshield
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New Push for Autonomous Vehicles Bill
New Push for Autonomous Vehicles Bill
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Should You Let Your Insurance Company Track Your Driving?
Should You Let Your Insurance Company Track Your Driving?
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Stillwater Man Arrested, Charged for Smashing Windshield
Stillwater Man Arrested, Charged for Smashing Windshield
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Texas Auto Insurance Plan Association Requests 4.8% Commercial Rate Hike
Texas Auto Insurance Plan Association Requests 4.8% Commercial Rate Hike
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PennDOT Highlights Achievements of Highly Automated Vehicles
PennDOT Highlights Achievements of Highly Automated Vehicles
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Congress Parks Self-Driving Car Regulation Until 2021
Congress Parks Self-Driving Car Regulation Until 2021
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Deer Struck by Car Thrown Through another Car’s Windshield, Killing Passenger
Deer Struck by Car Thrown Through another Car’s Windshield, Killing Passenger
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Part Two: Mitchell International Highlights Augmented Reality in the Industry
Mitchell International, the parent company of National Auto Glass Specifications (NAGS), highlighted new industry trends that include augmented reality impacting the industry in its 2020 Third Quarter Industry Trends Report. glassBYTEs previously highlighted the view of Ryan Mandell, the company’s … Continue reading
Fix Auto Welcomes New Facility in Truro
Mark Weeks, Fix Network Atlantic regional vice president, recently welcomed Fix Auto Truro to the network. It’s located in the Salmon River community, in central Nova Scotia. “Fix Auto Truro is an important addition to the Fix Network family,” says … Continue reading
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NHTSA Issues New BMW Recall
The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued a headlight recall for select BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) models. According to the administration, the vehicle’s headlights contain a non-conforming lens. Owners of 2020-2021 X5 sDrive40i, xDrive40i, xDrive50i, … Continue reading
California to Ban Sales of New Gas-Powered Cars Starting in 2035
California to Ban Sales of New Gas-Powered Cars Starting in 2035
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American Airlines Flight Lands Safely After Emergency Call for Cracked Windshield
American Airlines Flight Lands Safely After Emergency Call for Cracked Windshield
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Man Accused of Derailing NYC Subway Train Smashed MTA Bus Windshield Weeks Ago
Man Accused of Derailing NYC Subway Train Smashed MTA Bus Windshield Weeks Ago
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AGRR September Podcast: Pilkington’s Bill George
AGRR September Podcast: Pilkington’s Bill George
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Syria’s Only Auto Glass Factory Reopens After War
Syria’s Only Auto Glass Factory Reopens After War
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The Crucial Step Missing from Most Sales Training Programs
The Crucial Step Missing from Most Sales Training Programs
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Trucker Warns Others After His Windshield Shattered on I-70
Trucker Warns Others After His Windshield Shattered on I-70
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Frontier Tires & Glass In Sidney Now Open
Frontier Tires & Glass In Sidney Now Open
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Nissan 400Z Rendered With 370Z’s Boomerang Headlight Design
Nissan 400Z Rendered With 370Z’s Boomerang Headlight Design
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Wisconsin Ponders Self-Driving Vehicles
Wisconsin Ponders Self-Driving Vehicles
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Woman Falls Out of Car Window While Filming Snapchat Video
Woman Falls Out of Car Window While Filming Snapchat Video
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Number of Calibrations Doubles from Last Year
Mitchell International recently published its 2020 Third Quarter Industry Trends Report. It highlights several items including an increase in calibrations, vehicle scanning and data-driven trends that impact the property and casualty industry. According to Ryan Mandell, Mitchell International claims performance … Continue reading
NOVUS Glass Welcomes New Ontario Location
Daryll O’Keefe, Fix Network Ontario regional vice president, recently welcomed NOVUS Glass Sarnia to the network. The new facility’s owner and operator is Shelby Armstrong, who according to the company, is eager to grow the business exponentially with the support of Fix Network. “We’re delighted … Continue reading
Brian’s Auto Glass Expands in U.P.
Brian’s Auto Glass Expands in U.P.
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Michigan Businesses Fined for Serious Coronavirus (COVID-19) Workplace Violations
Michigan Businesses Fined for Serious Coronavirus (COVID-19) Workplace Violations
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Companies on Alert for Potential Scam Emails
An email sent out this morning on behalf of Belron International, Safelite’s parent company, from Humphrey Singer may contain malware. The email contained two attachments, however, it listed “belrone.com” as the sending address, which is not a valid domain, according … Continue reading
Teens Unharmed After Crash Near Prosser Impaled Windshield
Teens Unharmed After Crash Near Prosser Impaled Windshield
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Toyota Insurance Services to Join Swiss Re ADAS Risk Platform
Toyota Insurance Services to Join Swiss Re ADAS Risk Platform
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What It Takes to Be a First Place Winner—Twice
Ace Auto Glass, the Hawaiian based auto glass repair and replacement (AGRR) company, recently won two awards for top AGRR services on the island. Company president, Calvin Tamaye, believes the awards coincide with the way Ace handles the jobs that … Continue reading
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NHTSA Officials Emphasize Partnerships, Data
NHTSA Officials Emphasize Partnerships, Data
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A Car Insurance Claim Estimate Before the Tow Truck Is Called
A Car Insurance Claim Estimate Before the Tow Truck Is Called
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Moonroof vs. Sunroof: Is There a Difference Between the Two Roof Types?
Moonroof vs. Sunroof: Is There a Difference Between the Two Roof Types?
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Windshield Shows Extent of the Damage in a Fatal Accident, South Dakota AG “Thought [He] Hit a Deer”
Windshield Shows Extent of the Damage in a Fatal Accident, South Dakota AG “Thought [He] Hit a Deer”
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Artificial Intelligence Gains Traction Among Insurers
Autonomous, vehicles will increase auto glass and visibility services as well as the length in vehicle ownership, says Frank Terlep, CEO of Autotechcelerators. Terlep spoke during a webinar entitled Industry Disruptions: What They Are & How They Will Disrupt the … Continue reading
Fix Auto USA Expands Oregon Footprint
Fix Auto USA recently announced its newest location to its network, Fix Auto Clackamas located in Portland, Ore. Fix Auto Clackamas is locally owned and operated by franchise Partners Camille Eber and William Bray, who, along with Dave McCollum Jr., … Continue reading
State Farm to Buy Auto Insurance Company GAINSCO
State Farm to Buy Auto Insurance Company GAINSCO
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Only Half of Green Vehicle Owners Want a Vehicle With a Solar Roof
Only Half of Green Vehicle Owners Want a Vehicle With a Solar Roof
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Dent Wizard Rolls Out Program Tailored for Leased Vehicles
Dent Wizard Rolls Out Program Tailored for Leased Vehicles
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Chrysler’s Leaky Sunroof Class Action Lawsuit Ends
The ongoing class action lawsuit between David Cox and Chrysler has been settled. According to U.S. Magistrate Judge Tonianne J. Bongiovanni’s order, Fiat Chrysler automobiles (FCA) has agreed to pay attorney’s fees, costs and an incentive reward separately from the … Continue reading
Fulton County Center for Regional Growth Awards Microenterprise Grants
Fulton County Center for Regional Growth Awards Microenterprise Grants
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Scientists Claim to Have Created an Algorithm That Makes Self-Driving Cars ‘Accident-Proof’
Scientists Claim to Have Created an Algorithm That Makes Self-Driving Cars ‘Accident-Proof’
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AGC’s Curved Large Cover Glass for Car-Mounted Displays Used in New 2021 Cadillac Escalade
AGC’s Curved Large Cover Glass for Car-Mounted Displays Used in New 2021 Cadillac Escalade
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One Company Announces a Cut to Tennessee Auto Insurance Rates 9.5%
One Company Announces a Cut to Tennessee Auto Insurance Rates 9.5%
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Class Action Suits Hits Kia Over Alleged Defective Windshields
Yandery Sanchez has become the lead plaintiff in a class action complaint, filed in Central California, against Kia Motors America Inc. (Kia). Sanchez alleges Kia is responsible for knowingly selling defective windshields. Sanchez states the allegedly defective windshields crack, chip … Continue reading
3rd Generation Serving Saline County’s Glass Needs
3rd Generation Serving Saline County’s Glass Needs
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Data Interference Issues Hinder AD and ADAS Testing
Data Interference Issues Hinder AD and ADAS Testing
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Branch From Burning Tree Smashes into Car Windscreen, Injures Driver
Branch From Burning Tree Smashes into Car Windscreen, Injures Driver
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Cars Shot Up, Church Windows Damaged By Gunfire in Albany Park
Cars Shot Up, Church Windows Damaged By Gunfire in Albany Park
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Singapore Glass Technology Company Sets Up Shop in Columbus
Singapore Glass Technology Company Sets Up Shop in Columbus
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USAA Using Telematics to Expedite Auto Insurance Claims
USAA Using Telematics to Expedite Auto Insurance Claims
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Are Smart Cars Making Us More Distracted?
Are Smart Cars Making Us More Distracted?
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Toyota Research Institute-Advanced Development to Form $800 Million Investment Fund for Advanced Mobility
Toyota Research Institute-Advanced Development to Form $800 Million Investment Fund for Advanced Mobility
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‘I was in Shock’: Rock Thrown through Woman’s Windshield on I-90 in Seattle
‘I was in Shock’: Rock Thrown through Woman’s Windshield on I-90 in Seattle
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PPI: August Shows Upswing in Auto Glass Material Pricing
Prices for materials used in the auto glass industry showed mostly increases in August 2020, according to recently released Producer Price Index (PPI) data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The monthly PPI, which includes auto glass*, increased by … Continue reading
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KCC Glass to Merge with Korea Autoglass by End of 2020
KCC Glass to Merge with Korea Autoglass by End of 2020
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Fuyao Hiring 350 in Moraine Amid $45M Expansion
Fuyao Hiring 350 in Moraine Amid $45M Expansion
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Auto Insurance Fraud Charges Nearly Tripled in 2020
Auto Insurance Fraud Charges Nearly Tripled in 2020
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Texas A&M Transportation Institute Experts Say There are Delays Rolling Out Autonomous Vehicle Technology
Texas A&M Transportation Institute Experts Say There are Delays Rolling Out Autonomous Vehicle Technology
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Object Smashes through Car Windscreen on Auckland’s Northwestern Motorway
Object Smashes through Car Windscreen on Auckland’s Northwestern Motorway
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Dun Rite Glass Always There for Customers
Dun Rite Glass Always There for Customers
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Auto Glass Productivity Ideas Debunked in 20 Minute Webinar
Ongoing improvement and growth are two common goals for industry business owners, and a driving force to several discussions and focus groups. Today two industry experts highlighted several ways shop owners can see progress in their business’ productivity in just … Continue reading
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Chips-All-Gone Becomes an NWRD Member
Chips-All-Gone of Ann Arbor, Michigan has joined the National Windshield Repair Division (NWRD) of the Auto Glass Safety Council (AGSC). NWRD members are committed to quality and safety in performing glass repair and have agreed to follow the industry standards. … Continue reading
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New Large Curved Cover Glass Used in New 2021 Cadillac Escalade
AGC Inc., based in Tokyo, recently announced its curved large cover glass for car-mounted displays has been used in Cadillac’s Luxury 2021 Escalade SUV. The company’s product comprises Dragontrail, which is a type of specialty glass receptive to chemical strengthening … Continue reading
NHTSA Issues New Volkswagen Recall
The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued an exterior lighting recall for select Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) models. According to the administration, a headlight is aimed incorrectly and can cause visibility issues for drivers. Owners … Continue reading
Rushville’s Jon Oliver Helps Vintage Automobile Owners Find Replacement Glass Parts
Rushville’s Jon Oliver Helps Vintage Automobile Owners Find Replacement Glass Parts
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Safety Drives the Race to Autonomous Vehicle Development
Safety Drives the Race to Autonomous Vehicle Development
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Teenagers Throwing Objects onto Northwestern Motorway Smash Car Windscreen
Teenagers Throwing Objects onto Northwestern Motorway Smash Car Windscreen
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Auto Insurance Fraud Halted By California Insurance Department
Three Californians have been charged with multiple felony counts of auto insurance fraud and forgery, according to the California Department of Insurance. Luis Manuel Burgos self-surrendered to the Fresno County Jail shortly after being charged for allegedly filing fraudulent auto … Continue reading
Gerber Collision and Glass Acquires Two Arkansas Locations
The Boyd Group Inc. (the Boyd Group) recently announced it acquired two collision repair centers in Farmington and Rogers, Ark. The company noted these acquisitions mark its entry into the state of Arkansas. The locations previously operated as Northwest Arkansas … Continue reading
How the Auto Insurance Industry Gave Away Billions and Still Left Customers Unsatisfied
How the Auto Insurance Industry Gave Away Billions and Still Left Customers Unsatisfied
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4 Ways Tesla Self-Driving ‘Falls Short’ In Consumer Reports Testing
4 Ways Tesla Self-Driving ‘Falls Short’ In Consumer Reports Testing
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Man Okay after Gate Pierces His Vehicle’s Windshield in Parkland
Man Okay after Gate Pierces His Vehicle’s Windshield in Parkland
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Should I Use A Toyota Windshield Replacement For My Prius?
Should I Use A Toyota Windshield Replacement For My Prius?
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FCA Adds to Safety and Security Technology Glossary
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has expanded its safety and security glossary with terms auto glass professionals should be aware of. The listing defines commonly used industry terms related to auto glass repair and replacement. Two of the most common include … Continue reading
Driver Unscathed After Large Piece of Concrete Shatters Vehicle Window
Driver Unscathed After Large Piece of Concrete Shatters Vehicle Window
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VW’s All-Electric ID.4 will use Interior Lighting to Communicate with the Driver
VW’s All-Electric ID.4 will use Interior Lighting to Communicate with the Driver
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7 Smashed Windows in 18 Months – Bayou St. John Man Fed Up with ‘Smash and Grabs’
7 Smashed Windows in 18 Months – Bayou St. John Man Fed Up with ‘Smash and Grabs’
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‘A Big Boom and Glass Everywhere:’ Couple Describes Getting Caught in I-95 High-Speed Shooting
‘A Big Boom and Glass Everywhere:’ Couple Describes Getting Caught in I-95 High-Speed Shooting
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CIECA Holds Semi-Annual Meetings
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) recently held its semi-annual member meetings virtually and covered topics including: scanning and calibration, repair order and status, vehicle damage and imaging, as well as first notice of loss and glass. Each topic … Continue reading
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VW Recalls Atlas Cross Sports For Headlight Problems
VW Recalls Atlas Cross Sports For Headlight Problems
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Selah Firefighters’ Vandalized Cars will be Repaired for Free after Outpouring of Community Support
Selah Firefighters’ Vandalized Cars will be Repaired for Free after Outpouring of Community Support
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Is It Safe to Drive with a Cracked Windscreen?
Is It Safe to Drive with a Cracked Windscreen?
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Concrete Slab Thrown at Car Windscreen
Concrete Slab Thrown at Car Windscreen
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New Guidance Suggests Making Autonomous Vehicles Pandemic Proof
Zenzic (formerly Meridian), a company created by the UK government and automotive industry to focus on key areas in the global connected and self-driving sector, teamed up with Aurrigo, an autonomous company, to develop an industry-wide set of guidelines in … Continue reading
Novus Glass Welcomes New Location in Quebec City
Yves Roy, Fix Network in Quebec regional vice president, recently welcomed Novus Glass Quebec/Armand-Paris to the network. The location is owned by the Tondreau Group and offers body shop services in the same facility under the ProColor Collision brand. This … Continue reading
Progressive Passes Geico in Private Auto Rankings in Q2
Progressive Passes Geico in Private Auto Rankings in Q2
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Mercedes-Benz Reveals Redesigned S-Class Luxury Car, Adding Augmented Reality Windshield
Mercedes-Benz Reveals Redesigned S-Class Luxury Car, Adding Augmented Reality Windshield
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Vandals Hit about 20 Cars in Stoney Brook Circle Neighborhood
Vandals Hit about 20 Cars in Stoney Brook Circle Neighborhood
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Auto Glass Companies Left Picking Up the Pieces Following Hurricane Laura
Auto glass businesses in Lake Charles, La., along with many other areas were impacted by Hurricane Laura. The Category 4 storm swept through many of the Southern States causing structural damage to industry shops and homes, leaving several without power, … Continue reading
Local Glass Company Works to Improve School Safety During COVID-19
Local Glass Company Works to Improve School Safety During COVID-19
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West Herr Moves Auto Glass Division to Former Frontier Site in OP
West Herr Moves Auto Glass Division to Former Frontier Site in OP
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US Rolls Out Free App for Vehicle Recall Alerts
US Rolls Out Free App for Vehicle Recall Alerts
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Jeep Teases Grand Wagoneer’s Glass Roof
Jeep Teases Grand Wagoneer’s Glass Roof
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Fourteen Passengers Injured, Driver Thrown Through Windshield, as New Jersey Transit Bus Slams into Divider at Port Authority Bus Terminal
Fourteen Passengers Injured, Driver Thrown Through Windshield, as New Jersey Transit Bus Slams into Divider at Port Authority Bus Terminal
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State Farm and Ford Team Up on Usage-based Insurance
State Farm and Ford recently announced the companies have entered into an agreement to share connected vehicle telematics data for usage-based insurance (UBI) products. State Farm customers with eligible connected Ford vehicles will be able to opt-in to Drive Safe … Continue reading
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Japan’s ‘Flying Car’ Gets Off Ground, with a Person Aboard
Japan’s ‘Flying Car’ Gets Off Ground, with a Person Aboard
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This 328-Foot Concept Yacht Has an Aquarium and a Glass Floor that can Turn Solid Color
This 328-Foot Concept Yacht Has an Aquarium and a Glass Floor that can Turn Solid Color
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Three Seriously Injured Hanging Out of Sunroof in Downtown Garage, Driver Flees
Three Seriously Injured Hanging Out of Sunroof in Downtown Garage, Driver Flees
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Loose Windshield Wipers Result in Visibility Recall
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued a visibility recall on select Volvo Car of N.A., LLC (Volvo) models. The recall impacts 2018-2020 Volvo XC60 vehicle owners. “The nuts that secure the front wipers may not have been … Continue reading
NOVUS Glass Welcomes New Nova Scotia Location
Mark Weeks, Fix Network Atlantic regional vice president recently welcomed NOVUS Glass Bridgewater to the network. OwnerGlenn Toope has been in the automotive aftermarket industry for 35 years as an entrepreneur and educator. He started Bridgewater Auto Repair in 2019, … Continue reading
Local Residents Indicted for Staging Auto Crashes
Local Residents Indicted for Staging Auto Crashes
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Uber Expands Self-Driving Safety Report after NTSB Slams Culture
Uber Expands Self-Driving Safety Report after NTSB Slams Culture
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Suspect Arrested after Vandalizing Subway Windows on the A Train in Manhattan
Suspect Arrested after Vandalizing Subway Windows on the A Train in Manhattan
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Latest Miles Driven Report Shows Drivers Aren’t Taking to the Roads
All road and street travel in the U.S. decreased by 13%, or 36.5 billion vehicle miles, for June 2020, compared to June 2019, according to the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHA) most recent numbers. Month-over-month miles driven went up by 15.6% … Continue reading
Clearcover Auto Insurance Company to Open Detroit Office employing 300
Clearcover Auto Insurance Company to Open Detroit Office employing 300
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Auto Glass Repair Shop Headed to 67th and Peoria Avenues
Auto Glass Repair Shop Headed to 67th and Peoria Avenues
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Fuyao Glass’s U.S. Unit Incurs Loss Amid Pandemic
Fuyao Glass’s U.S. Unit Incurs Loss Amid Pandemic
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Waymo to Begin Testing Self-Driving Trucks in North Texas
Waymo to Begin Testing Self-Driving Trucks in North Texas
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7-Year-Old Passes Away After Getting Head Stuck in Car Window
7-Year-Old Passes Away After Getting Head Stuck in Car Window
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Mercedes-Benz Recalls More Than 30,000 Vehicles
Mercedes-Benz Australia (MB) has recalled 30,105 vehicles, citing issues with its sunroof glass panel and its sliding roof frame as the cause. The vehicle models impacted include the company’s: C, CLK, CLS and E Class models that were manufactured between … Continue reading
Fix Auto Welcomes New Thornhill Facility
Daryll O’Keefe, Fix Network Ontario regional vice president, recently welcomed Fix Auto Thornhill to the network. The Thornhill team has been in the collision industry for over 20 years, and were referred to the Fix Auto family by another owner … Continue reading
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One Step Forward For Self-Driving Cars
One Step Forward For Self-Driving Cars
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Allstate, Geico among Large Auto Insurers Facing COVID-19 Rebate Backlash
Allstate, Geico among Large Auto Insurers Facing COVID-19 Rebate Backlash
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Dozens More Subway Windows Smashed Hours After MTA Offers $10K Reward
Dozens More Subway Windows Smashed Hours After MTA Offers $10K Reward
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When Calibration Doesn’t Work
“There are several things that come to mind when you think about all of the factors that can cause a calibration to fail, especially when you can work with [vehicle] systems that won’t always indicate that there is an issue,” … Continue reading
SBA PPP Email Scam
First Citizens Bank recently sent out a notice alerting businesses about a new phishing scam, which targets the Small Business Administration (SBA) PPP loan applicants. “Criminals are impersonating the SBA and its office of disaster assistance, sending phishing emails that appear … Continue reading
Pilkington Automotive Finland to Lay Off 117 Employees
Pilkington Automotive Finland to Lay Off 117 Employees
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Fuyao Has Laid Off 2,200-Plus Workers Globally
Fuyao Has Laid Off 2,200-Plus Workers Globally
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‘Smart’ Driving Assistance Systems – Help or Hindrance?
‘Smart’ Driving Assistance Systems – Help or Hindrance?
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Indy Cars Get a Little Safer—Thanks to a 200+ MPH Windshield
Indy Cars Get a Little Safer—Thanks to a 200+ MPH Windshield
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Alleged Sunroof Defect Sparks Kia Canada Lawsuit
Marina Roy has become the lead plaintiff in a class action lawsuit against Kia for alleged panoramic sunroof defects. The class action lawsuit is seeking compensatory damages at an amount to be determined at a later date, as well as … Continue reading
Two Companies to Lower Auto Insurance Rates this Autumn
Two Companies to Lower Auto Insurance Rates this Autumn
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ADAS Solutions Australia Launched
ADAS Solutions Australia Launched
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Tesla’s Cybertruck Could Get an Electromagnetic Windscreen Wiper
Tesla’s Cybertruck Could Get an Electromagnetic Windscreen Wiper
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Man Pours Syrup on His Girlfriend’s Car and Cracks Windshield with Bottle
Man Pours Syrup on His Girlfriend’s Car and Cracks Windshield with Bottle
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Fix Network Expands with New Addition
Christopher Peterson, Fix Network Western Canada regional vice president, recently welcomed Fix Auto Lakeland St. Paul to the network. “We are delighted to welcome Allen and his team to the Fix Auto family, said Peterson. “His passion for the collision … Continue reading
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Pratt Glass Rallies to Survive, Meeting Needs with Diversification
Pratt Glass Rallies to Survive, Meeting Needs with Diversification
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Taiwan-Based Autonomous Driving Firms Launch Self-Driving Bus Rapid Transit Services
Taiwan-Based Autonomous Driving Firms Launch Self-Driving Bus Rapid Transit Services
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Window-Smashing Spree on the Subway Causing MTA Headaches
Window-Smashing Spree on the Subway Causing MTA Headaches
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UK To Consult On Tech That Could See Self-Driving Vehicles on Freeways by 2021
UK To Consult On Tech That Could See Self-Driving Vehicles on Freeways by 2021
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Shelter Insurance Announces Auto Insurance Rate Reductions
Shelter Insurance Announces Auto Insurance Rate Reductions
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NASCAR Removes Right-Side Window to Keep Drivers from Cooking in Their Cars
NASCAR Removes Right-Side Window to Keep Drivers from Cooking in Their Cars
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Car-To-Car Shooting on SR-94 Shatters Windshield; Driver Uninjured
Car-To-Car Shooting on SR-94 Shatters Windshield; Driver Uninjured
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Mitchell Announces Cloud-Based Glass Claims and Repair Management Solution
Mitchell recently announced the availability of the Mitchell® Cloud Glass solution, a glass repair and replacement system that directly links original equipment manufacturer (OEM) repair procedures found in the Mitchell® TechAdvisor database to National Auto Glass Specifications (NAGS). According to … Continue reading
Safelite Solutions Ends Deal with Westhill Inc.
Safelite Solutions recently announced it has terminated its strategic partnership with Westhill Inc., an Atlanta insurance technology company after seven months. Both companies had announced the new partnership in late January of this year. “Over the past few months, it … Continue reading
Gerber Collision and Glass Opens Repair Center in North Carolina
The Boyd Group Inc. (Boyd Group) recently announced the opening of a collision repair center in Cornelius, N.C. The location previously operated as a dealer collision center. Cornelius is a suburb of Charlotte, N.C., and is located along Lake Norman. … Continue reading
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Fix Auto Welcomes New Franchise Strategic Partner
Daryll O’Keefe, Fix Network Ontario regional vice president, recently welcomed Fix Auto Midland into the network. The owners Wally Betcher and Gary Betcher have been in the automotive aftermarket industry for 13 years. Six years ago, they decided to start a … Continue reading
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Beyond State Farm, More Auto Insurers Look to Drop Rates This Fall
Beyond State Farm, More Auto Insurers Look to Drop Rates This Fall
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Subaru Launches Levorg Model with Stereoscopic Camera ADAS
Subaru Launches Levorg Model with Stereoscopic Camera ADAS
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Judge Dismisses Arizona AOB Fraud Lawsuit
U.S. District Court Judge Susan Brnovich approved the stipulation for dismissal in the suit between Government Employees Insurance Co., GEICO Indemnity Co., GEICO General Insurance Company and GEICO Casualty Co. (collectively Geico) and defendants, Auto Glass Express (AGE) and its … Continue reading
Pilkington Launches Online ‘Glass-Opedia’
Pilkington Launches Online ‘Glass-Opedia’
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Two More Auto Insurance Companies to Cut Costs for Louisiana Policyholders
Two More Auto Insurance Companies to Cut Costs for Louisiana Policyholders
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These Are the Top Five Distracted Driving Behaviors in Boston, According To a New Survey
These Are the Top Five Distracted Driving Behaviors in Boston, According To a New Survey
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Criminal Damage to Vehicle Windscreens in Haverhill
Criminal Damage to Vehicle Windscreens in Haverhill
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Several Updates Made in AOB Suit
A Florida Middle courtroom has been filled with filings lately in the legal assignment of benefits (AOB) battle between Allstate Insurance Company, Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company, Allstate Indemnity Company and Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance Company (collectively Allstate) … Continue reading
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Fix Network Welcomes New Franchise
Daryll O’Keefe, Fix Network Ontario regional vice president, recently welcomed Fix Auto Scarborough Town Center to the network. The family-owned facility has been in the industry for over 25 years and recently moved to a new building in addition to … Continue reading
Michigan Announces Plans for Autonomous Vehicle Corridor
Michigan Announces Plans for Autonomous Vehicle Corridor
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Airplane Reported Fire Retardant on Windshield Before Crash
Airplane Reported Fire Retardant on Windshield Before Crash
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Suspects Identified for July’s Windshield-Shattering, Brick-Throwing Cases
Suspects Identified for July’s Windshield-Shattering, Brick-Throwing Cases
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AAA Study Finds Active Driving Assistance Systems Do Less to Assist Drivers
“[The] American Automobile Association (AAA) has repeatedly found that active driving assistance systems do not perform consistently, especially in real-word scenarios,” said Greg Brannon, AAA automotive engineering and industry relations director, speaking about a recent AAA study. AAA evaluated four … Continue reading
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NHTSA Issues New Mercedes-Benz Windshield Recall
The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued a windshield recall for select Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) models. According to the administration, the windshield may become separated from the vehicle frame. Owners of the 2020 MBUSA GLE 450 are … Continue reading
Bowman, Trogdon Purchase Smith Glass
Bowman, Trogdon Purchase Smith Glass
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LKQ Corporation to Host 2020 Virtual Investor Day
LKQ Corporation (LKQ), parent company of PGW Auto Glass, announced it will host a virtual investor day on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. Eastern time. According to the company, there will be presentations by members of its executive … Continue reading
The Life-Saving Car Technology No One Wants
The Life-Saving Car Technology No One Wants
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Firefighters Smash Windows of BMW Parked in Front of Hydrant, Run Hose through It
Firefighters Smash Windows of BMW Parked in Front of Hydrant, Run Hose through It
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Sat Nav Tools Can Lead to ‘Significant Restrictions’ to Road Vision
Sat Nav Tools Can Lead to ‘Significant Restrictions’ to Road Vision
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Tesla Invites Insurance Actuaries to Help It Create a ‘Revolutionary’ Insurance Company
Tesla Invites Insurance Actuaries to Help It Create a ‘Revolutionary’ Insurance Company
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Broken Windshield Results in Felony Charge for New York State Man
Broken Windshield Results in Felony Charge for New York State Man
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Why Your Windshield Damage Should Be Repaired By a Professional in 2020
Why Your Windshield Damage Should Be Repaired By a Professional in 2020
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PMA/TOOLS Inc. Joins Auto Glass Week™ 2021 as Cobalt Sponsor
Auto Glass Week™ 2021 (AGW), the OE and aftermarket auto glass repair and replacement trade show and educational event, is pleased to welcome PMA/TOOLS Inc. as a Cobalt sponsor to the 2021 exhibition floor. The educational event, which includes the … Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Recalls More than 30,000 Cars Over Fears the Sunroof May Fall Out
Mercades-Benz Recalls Cars Over Fears Sunroof May Fall Out
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Hit-and-Run Suspect Arrested After Report from Local Auto Glass Shop
Hit-and-Run Suspect Arrested After Report from Local Auto-Glass Shop
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NHTSA Set for Audit by Inspector General
NHTSA Set for Audit by Inspector General
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LKQ Corporation Names New Board of Directors Member
LKQ Corporation (LKQ) today announced it appointed Jacob H. Welch of ValueAct Capital to its board of directors, effective August 12, 2020. “We are delighted to welcome Jake to LKQ’s board. Jake’s investment management track record and public market experience … Continue reading
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Zenith Auto Glass Holds Grand Opening
Zenith Auto Glass Holds Grand Opening
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Hyundai and Aptiv Name Their Self-Driving Company Motional
Hyundai and Aptiv Name Their Self-Driving Company Motional
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The ‘Apple Car’ May Be Able to Detect, Warn Drivers of Cracked Windows
The ‘Apple Car’ May Be Able to Detect, Warn Drivers of Cracked Windows
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Tesla’s All-Glass Roof Model Y Hailed as ‘Amazing’.
Tesla’s All-Glass Roof Model Y Hailed as ‘Amazing’.
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Webinar Highlights the Importance of OEM Certification
“You’re making the investment today for the return down the line,” said Connor Smith, CARSTAR original equipment manufacturer (OEM) manager, as he began describing the value in auto glass businesses gaining OEM certifications in an industry webinar. The webinar, The … Continue reading
Experienced Drivers are Benefiting from More Widespread ADAS Adoption
Experienced Drivers are Benefiting from More Widespread ADAS Adoption
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Ahmednasir Awarded Sh750,000 for Broken Bentley Windscreen
Ahmednasir Awarded Sh750,000 for Broken Bentley Windscreen
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FDA Updates on Hand Sanitizers Consumers Should Not Use
FDA Updates on Hand Sanitizers Consumers Should Not Use
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Young Volunteers in Lebanon Remove Shattered Glass after Beirut explosions
Young Volunteers in Lebanon Remove Shattered Glass after Beirut explosions
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Why Your Windshield Damage Should Be Repaired By a Professional in 2020
Why Your Windshield Damage Should Be Repaired By a Professional in 2020
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AGSC Announces New Meeting Dates
The Auto Glass Safety Council™ (AGSC) has rescheduled its meetings originally scheduled for September. The meetings have been moved to the week of January 11, 2021 in Orlando, Fla. All AGSC and NWRD meetings scheduled for September, including the AGRSS … Continue reading
Fix Auto Opens Second Location in Victoria, BC
Christopher Peterson, Fix Network Western Canada regional vice president, recently announced the opening of a second Fix Auto location on Millstream Road in Victoria, BC. The owner, Ian Franklin, is excited to expand operations following the success of his first … Continue reading
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COVID-19: ICBC No Longer Waiving Insurance Cancellation Charge
COVID-19: ICBC No Longer Waiving Insurance Cancellation Charge
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Proposed Lawsuit Accuses Company that Owns Local Hospital of Engaging in Fraud
Proposed Lawsuit Accuses Company that Owns Local Hospital of Engaging in Fraud
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Lakeview Residents Again Deal with Car Break-Ins, Smashed Windows
Lakeview Residents Again Deal with Car Break-Ins, Smashed Windows
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Cicero Police Arrest Man Who Allegedly Threw Metal Rod through Car’s Windshield, Impaling Driver
Cicero Police Arrest Man Who Allegedly Threw Metal Rod through Car’s Windshield, Impaling Driver
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Calibration Highlighted in UK Insurance Requirements
Thatcham Research (Thatcham), a not for profit insurer-funded research center, recently published its UK Insurance Industry Requirements (IIR), which, according to the research center, promotes safe repairs for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) equipped vehicles. There is also a specific … Continue reading
Yandex Begins Testing Self-Driving Cars in Michigan
Yandex Begins Testing Self-Driving Cars in Michigan
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Customers Sue Allstate and Other Large Auto Insurers for Bigger Rebates
Customers Sue Allstate and Other Large Auto Insurers for Bigger Rebates
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Flying Rocks Shatter Vehicle Windows on Same Section of Alaskan Highway
Flying Rocks Shatter Vehicle Windows on Same Section of Alaskan Highway
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Several Car Windows Smashed in Bayou St. John Neighborhood
Several Car Windows Smashed in Bayou St. John Neighborhood
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Judge Issues Stipulations and Proposed Protection Order in Ongoing Boycott Lawsuit
A Federal Court Judge recently issued new stipulations and a “proposed” protection order in an ongoing boycott lawsuit that involves several industry companies. The proposed protection order is designed to safeguard confidential business and trade secret information that is consistent … Continue reading
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Honda Camera Issue Sparks Recall
Honda recently announced it is recalling 608,000 vans and SUVs due to “faulty software.” The auto manufacturer stated the issue can cause vehicle backup cameras to fail and driver displays to malfunction or reboot while driving, which can create potentially … Continue reading
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Flying Cars Approved For Use in New Hampshire
Flying Cars Approved For Use in New Hampshire
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Car Glass Shatters Due to Shockwave Seconds after Beirut Blast
Car Glass Shatters Due to Shockwave Seconds after Beirut Blast
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Hit-And-Run Suspect Arrested After Report from Local Auto-Glass Shop
Hit-And-Run Suspect Arrested After Report from Local Auto-Glass Shop
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Connecticut Auto Glass Bill Doesn’t Make it Out of 2020 Session
The auto glass legislation introduced earlier this year has failed to make it out of Connecticut’s 2020 session. The House Bill, also known as HB 5294, looked to “establish an auto glass temporary license to allow auto glass companies doing … Continue reading
Classic Collision Acquires Palm Collision Center
Classic Collision Inc., an Atlanta-based automotive collision repair company that offers calibration and auto glass repair and replacement services, announced it has acquired Palm Collision Center in the South Florida region. The addition of the Palm Collision Center to the … Continue reading
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SEMA 2020 is Cancelled
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show will not be taking place this year. The association made an announcement this afternoon and stated COVID-19 and concerns about unavailable event facilities and services were the cause. “While both event organizers and … Continue reading
Glass-Enclosed Cabins Available in Mexico to Show Off Babies During Pandemic
Glass-Enclosed Cabins Available in Mexico to Show Off Babies During Pandemic
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USAA to Return $270 Million Dividend to Auto Insurance Policyholders
USAA to Return $270 Million Dividend to Auto Insurance Policyholders
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Apple Car Could Embed Displays into the Windscreen and other Windows
Apple Car Could Embed Displays into the Windscreen and other Windows
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Fix Network Canada Announces New Marketing and Communications Director
Fix Network Canada recently announced Somer Mullins as its marketing and communications director for Canada. According to the company, Somer will work closely with the Fix Network leadership team to identify marketing opportunities that drive awareness and engagement for the Fix … Continue reading
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State Farm Slashes Auto Premiums by 14.3%
State Farm Slashes Auto Premiums by 14.3%
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Armoured Audi RS7 with Ballistic Glass is a Speeding Fortress on Wheels
Armoured Audi RS7 with Ballistic Glass is a Speeding Fortress on Wheels
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Golf Ball Size Hail Breaks Windshields Near Limon
Golf Ball Size Hail Breaks Windshields Near Limon
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Car Windows Smashed on M20 Near Wrotham
Car Windows Smashed on M20 Near Wrotham
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CSN Collision Centres and 1Collision Network Merge
CSN Collision Centres (CSN) and 1Collision Network (1Collision) recently announced the merger of their businesses. The CSN and 1Collision footprint now has 240 locations across North America, with a combined network revenue of over $550 million USD ($750 million CAD). … Continue reading
Additional Movement Seen in Ongoing AOB Fraud Lawsuit
Within the past few days there have been several advancements made in the Allstate versus defendants, Auto Glass America (AGA) and its owner Charles Isaly suit. The motions include: A request, made by the defendants, for a seven-day extension of … Continue reading
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Auto Insurance Refunds Save New Mexicans $60 Million
Auto Insurance Refunds Save New Mexicans $60 Million
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Woman in Hospital after ‘Object Smashed Through Car Windscreen’ Before Crash on A90
Woman in Hospital after ‘Object Smashed Through Car Windscreen’ Before Crash on A90
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Tesla Owner Smashes Glass Roof in Strange Conversion Project
Tesla Owner Smashes Glass Roof in Strange Conversion Project
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Decreases For Miles Driven in Every Region in Latest Report
All road and street travel in the U.S. decreased by 25.5%, or 72.9 billion vehicle miles, for May 2020, compared to May 2019, according to the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHA) most recent numbers. Month-over-month miles driven went up by 24.1% … Continue reading
Plea Deal for Former Michigan Insurance Agent Who Stole Car and Home Premiums
Plea Deal for Former Michigan Insurance Agent Who Stole Car and Home Premiums
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Leaky Windshield Class Action Suit Gets Pulled from Federal Court
The lead plaintiff in a class action lawsuit against Jaguar Land Rover North America LLC (JLRNA), that alleged the manufacturer was responsible for a number of leaky windshields, has filed a notice of dismissal in Tennessee Federal Court. According to … Continue reading
Lucid Motors Announces DreamDrive ADAS
Lucid Motors Announces DreamDrive ADAS
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The McLaren Elva Has No Windscreen
The McLaren Elva Has No Windscreen
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One Injured after Tire Falls off Car, Crashes into another Car’s Windshield
One Injured after Tire Falls off Car, Crashes into another Car’s Windshield
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Hikers Frustrated After Car Windows Smashed in Kananaskis Country
Hikers Frustrated After Car Windows Smashed in Kananaskis Country
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Corning Emerges with Strong Second Quarter Report
Corning Inc. (Corning) highlighted its strength and positive performance despite COVID-19, attributing it to several initiatives during the company’s second fiscal quarter financial report conference call. Corning manufactures Gorilla Glass, which is found in both the smartphone and automotive industry, … Continue reading
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Auto Claims Climbed with Summer Reopenings, but Dropping Again as Virus Rages
Auto Claims Climbed with Summer Reopenings, but Dropping Again as Virus Rages
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Driver Captures Buzzard Hitting and Shattering His Windshield
Driver Captures Buzzard Hitting and Shattering His Windshield
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Class Action Suit Gets a New Set of Stipulations
New stipulations and court dates have been set for an ongoing class action lawsuit centered on alleged defective sunroofs for select Volvo models. The class action suit was filed on behalf of Plaintiffs Joanne Neale, Keri Hay, Kelly McGary, Svein … Continue reading
Nippon Sheet Glass Announces New Executive Officer Appointments
Nippon Sheet Glass (NSG Group) recently announced its new executive office appointments. Among the several listed NSG Group representatives, Shigeki Mori was a reappointed Representative, Executive Officer, President and CEO. Clemens Miller was named as the executive vice president and … Continue reading
Amazon Auto Insurance is Now Available for Drivers in India
Amazon Auto Insurance is Now Available for Drivers in India
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Custom Defender Packs Big V8 and Even Bigger Glass Roof
Custom Defender Packs Big V8 and Even Bigger Glass Roof
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Dozens of Car Windows Smashed in Local Lake Illawarra Streets
Dozens of Car Windows Smashed in Local Lake Illawarra Streets
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PPI: June Shows Upswing in Auto Glass Material Pricing
Prices for materials used in the auto glass industry showed increases in June 2020, according to recently released Producer Price Index (PPI) data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The monthly PPI, which includes auto glass*, increased by 2.3% on … Continue reading
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Broken Windshield Forces Private Flight To Make Emergency Landing At Sacramento Airport
Broken Windshield Forces Private Flight To Make Emergency Landing At Sacramento Airport
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New Possibilities for Windshield Bending
New Possibilities for Windshield Bending
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One Injured from Broken Glass in Davenport Shooting
One Injured from Broken Glass in Davenport Shooting
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Boy Arrested After 42 Cars Damaged in Wrecking Spree
Boy Arrested After 42 Cars Damaged
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Auto Glass America Renews its Protective Order Motion
Auto Glass America LLC, (AGA) revived its motion for a protective order against Allstate this week. The motion is in an effort to “prohibit the disclosure of irrelevant and non-discoverable financial records and information” by AGA’s certified public accountant, Lacy … Continue reading
Delta Kits Launches New Website
Delta Kits Inc. (Delta Kits) recently announced the launch of its new website. The company worked closely with Ogo Sense, a digital marketing company located in Portland, Maine, to ensure that the website would help achieve core business initiatives and … Continue reading
Airplane Makes Emergency Landing On Busy Highway, Perplexing For Self-Driving Cars
Airplane Makes Emergency Landing On Busy Highway, Perplexing For Self-Driving Cars
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Barron Man Detained after Breaking Car Windows
Barron Man Detained after Breaking Car Windows
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Car Insurance Company Claws Back COVID-19 Refund After Woman Finds Another Insurer
Car Insurance Company Claws Back COVID-19 Refund After Woman Finds Another Insurer
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Glassman Recycling Launches to Provide Glass Recycling in Nebraska
Glassman Recycling Launches to Provide Glass Recycling in Nebraska
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Man Kicks Out Windows On Subway Car in Brooklyn, MTA Sees Spree of Broken Glass On Trains
Man Kicks Out Windows On Subway Car in Brooklyn, MTA Sees Spree of Broken Glass On Trains
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Progressive Issues New Market Pricing
Progressive Insurance recently sent out a notice regarding its new policy on glass market pricing for static, dynamic and dual recalibrations. The auto insurance’s new pricing policy became effective for glass shops at the beginning of the month. Progressive notes … Continue reading
CIECA Names New Business Analyst/Technical Project Manager
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) recently announced that Paulette Reed was named as the organization’s new business analyst/technical project manager. This became effective on July 20, 2020. In her new role, Reed will be responsible for coordinating and … Continue reading
Self-Driving Industry Takes to the Highway After Robotaxi Failure
Self-Driving Industry Takes to the Highway After Robotaxi Failure
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Mum’s Shock as Rock Thrown from M53 Carriageway Smashes Through Windscreen
Mum’s Shock as Rock Thrown from M53 Carriageway Smashes Through Windscreen
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Ford Goes “Mobileye Inside” For Driver Assist Systems
Ford Goes “Mobileye Inside” For Driver Assist Systems
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Should You Replace Your Car’s Headlights With LEDs?
Should You Replace Your Car’s Headlights With LEDs?
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Man Arrested Over Car Windscreen Rock Death in Nottinghamshire
Man Arrested Over Car Windscreen Rock Death in Nottinghamshire
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AGSC Issues Manual on Providing Services During Pandemic
The Auto Glass Safety Council has issued a new manual on providing services during the COVID-19 crisis. Dealing with COVID-19 in the Workplace provides manufacturers, suppliers and auto glass repair and replacement companies with information on proper procedures and equipment for … Continue reading
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Volkswagen Dodges a Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Defective Sunroofs
Krzysztof Ziarno has voluntarily dismissed a class action lawsuit he filed in April of this year against Volkswagen Group of America (VW). Ziarno was suing the auto manufacturer after alleging the company “knowingly sold models with defective sunroofs” that leaked … Continue reading
As Ecommerce Surged, PipeKnife Cut Its Shipping Expenses
As Ecommerce Surged, PipeKnife Cut Its Shipping Expenses
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Fix Auto Sunshine and Northern Beaches Fully Branded
Fix Auto Sunshine and Northern Beaches Fully Branded
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Man Hospitalized After Going Through Car Windshield
Man Hospitalized After Going Through Car Windshield
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Safelite Solutions Now Powers MAPFRE Insurance’s Auto Glass Program
Safelite Solutions (Safelite) will soon take over claims administration for MAPFRE Insurance in a Massachusetts auto glass program. MAPFRE refers to the program as a single end-to-end management solution that is expected to benefit all of its auto glass claims. … Continue reading
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Caliber Appoints New VP of Glass Operations
Caliber Collision recently announced it has appointed Mark Turner as its glass operations vice president. As the vice president of operations for Caliber Auto Glass (Caliber), Turner will lead the glass business as it looks to grow within existing markets … Continue reading
Thrush Adds Storm Shield Impact Resistant Windshields as Standard Equipment
Thrush Adds Storm Shield Impact Resistant Windshields as Standard Equipment
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Federal Judge Denies Motion to Dismiss
U.S. District Judge, Carlos Mendoza, denied Auto Glass America (AGA) and its owner Charles Isaly’s motion to dismiss for lack of subject matter jurisdiction in its assignment of benefits (AOB) fraud lawsuit yesterday. The ongoing legal battle is between Allstate … Continue reading
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Massachusetts Man Indicted for More Than $200K Insurance Fraud Scheme
Massachusetts Man Indicted for More Than $200K Insurance Fraud Scheme
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Fire Damages Storied Auto Auction Site on Route 14 in Hartford
Fire Damages Storied Auto Auction Site on Route 14 in Hartford
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Drivers Seeing Cracked Windshields and More Damage from I-65 Resurfacing Project
Drivers Seeing Cracked Windshields and More Damage from I-65 Resurfacing Project
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How Autonomous Driving Fits In A Post-Pandemic World
How Autonomous Driving Fits In A Post-Pandemic World
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Man Not Pleased After His Windshield Was Cracked As He Drove Along Expressway
Man Not Pleased After His Windshield Was Cracked As He Drove Along Expressway
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NOVUS Glass Welcomes First Exclusively Mobile Franchise in Canada
Daryll O’Keefe, regional vice president for Fix Network Ontario, recently welcomed Steve Ramdan and Brian Ganase as the first franchise strategic partners to offer auto glass repair and replacement services using the NOVUS Glass mobile van. The van is prepared … Continue reading
How Unemployed Drivers Can Save Money on Auto Insurance
How Unemployed Drivers Can Save Money on Auto Insurance
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Harxon, Fuyao Group Team Up to Create Smart Conformal Antenna
Harxon, Fuyao Group Team Up to Create Smart Conformal Antenna
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Log Falls From Truck, Goes Through Ambulance Windshield
Log Falls From Truck, Goes Through Ambulance Windshield
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Another Lawsuit Reaches Settlement
The Florida assignment of benefits (AOB) fraud lawsuit between Government Employees Insurance Co., GEICO Indemnity Co., GEICO General Insurance Company and GEICO Casualty Co. (collectively GEICO) and the defendants: Smart Ride (originally organized under the name Chipio Windshield Repair, LLC), … Continue reading
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Cockpit Windshield Cracked on Boeing Plane Carrying 178 Passengers
Cockpit Windshield Cracked on Boeing Plane Carrying 178 Passengers
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Mobileye and WILLER Partner on Self-Driving Mobility Solutions for Japan, Southeast Asia
Mobileye and WILLER Partner on Self-Driving Mobility Solutions for Japan, Southeast Asia
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New Michigan Auto Insurance Changes in Effect
New Michigan Auto Insurance Changes in Effect
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Driver Dies After Large Rock Goes Through Car Windscreen
Driver Dies After Large Rock Goes Through Car Windscreen
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GEICO Dismisses AOB Fraud Lawsuit Following Settlement
The Central California lawsuit between Government Employees Insurance Co., GEICO Indemnity Co., GEICO General Insurance Company and GEICO Casualty Co. (collectively GEICO) and Winaffix Auto Glass LLC (WAG) and its owners, Tal Elzari and Navid Vatankhahan has ended. According to … Continue reading
Allstate Acquires National General
The Allstate Corporation (Allstate) has agreed to acquire National General Holdings Corporation (National General) for approximately $4 billion in cash, or $34.50 per share. The transaction is expected to close in early 2021, and is subject to regulatory approvals and … Continue reading
Florida to Participate in USDOT Automated Vehicle Initiative
Florida to Participate in USDOT Automated Vehicle Initiative
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State Farm Plans Another Car Insurance Rate Cut in Louisiana
State Farm Plans Another Car Insurance Rate Cut in Louisiana
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Trailer Hitch Flies Through Windshield Sending Two Men to the Hospital
Trailer Hitch Flies Through Windshield Sending Two Men to the Hospital
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Multiple Smash and Grab Car Break-Ins Reported in Fairhope
Multiple Smash and Grab Car Break-Ins Reported in Fairhope
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General Motors Posts ADAS Resources
General Motors (GM) recently published a guide for auto glass businesses, auto insurers and consumers on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). The recently published document provides a list of available systems, components involved, and when these require a calibration procedure … Continue reading
Safelite Jingle Again Named a Top 10 Audio Brand Logo
Safelite AutoGlass (Safelite) has been recognized again for its “Safelite repair, Safelite replace” jingle. Veritonic, the audio creative testing specialist, recently released their 2020 Audio Logo Scores where they measured and benchmarked audio logos with consumers, including recall awareness and … Continue reading
COVID-19 Boosts Usage-Based Insurance Popularity
COVID-19 Boosts Usage-Based Insurance Popularity
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Driver Killed as ‘Rock’ Smashes Through Windscreen
Driver Killed as ‘Rock’ Smashes Through Windscreen
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Auto Glass America Issues Response to Lawsuit
Just prior to the official kickoff to the July 4th holiday weekend Auto Glass America (AGA) and its owner Charles Isaly filed a response to a motion for a protective order filed by Auto Glass Inspection Services Inc. (AGIS). This … Continue reading
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Uniban Canada Announces New President
Uniban Canada recently appointed Maurice Filion as its president. According to the company, Filion will lead the Uniban Canada business and is a proven leader. “His track record of building strong Canadian retail automotive brands will only enhance our already … Continue reading
Paso Robles Windshield Repair Company Reports the Role of Smart Windshields and Safety Technology
Paso Robles Windshield Repair Company Reports the Role of Smart Windshields and Safety Technology
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Holiday Weekend Update: See Which Shops are Open
Independence Day falls on a Saturday this year and this week glassBYTEs asked auto glass business if they would be open or closed tomorrow in observance of the holiday. The chart below shows the results of our poll. Closed Friday … Continue reading
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House Passes Small Business Loan Paycheck Protection Program Extension by Unanimous Consent
House Passes Small Business Loan Paycheck Protection Program Extension by Unanimous Consent
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Fuyao Glass Selects Mixer Systems’ Batch Equipment
Fuyao Glass Selects Mixer Systems’ Batch Equipment
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Fas-Break Auto Glass Service Transfers Ownership of Fremont Location
Fas-Break Auto Glass Service Transfers Ownership of Fremont Location
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Truck Goes Through Windscreen, Driver Walks Away
Truck Goes Through Windscreen, Driver Walks Away
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Class Action Complaint Filed Against Land Rover For Alleged Windshield Leaking Issue
TH Chiro, PLLC has become the lead plaintiff in a class action complaint, filed in Tennessee, against Jaguar Land Rover North America LLC (JLRNA). In the class action complaint, Chiro alleges the auto manufacturer is responsible for windshield leaks that … Continue reading
Controversial Bill To Lower Auto Insurance Rates Goes To Louisiana Governor
Controversial Bill To Lower Auto Insurance Rates Goes To Louisiana Governor
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Driver Seriously Injured After Pipe Crashes Through Windshield on I-270
Driver Seriously Injured After Pipe Crashes Through Windshield on I-270
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Webinar Highlights What the Industry’s Future in Repair Could Be Like
As more states continue reopening the Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) took a closer look at the current landscape of the industry. The association hosted a webinar titled “Back to the Future of Collision Repair & How CIECA Brings … Continue reading
Boyd Group Services Inc. Announces Directors Election
Boyd Group Services Inc. (the Boyd Group) announced that the nominees listed in the management proxy circular dated May 25, 2020 were elected as Boyd Group directors. The results, according to the company are as follows: Nominee Votes For % … Continue reading
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“Are Auto Insurance Companies Offering Relief During the Pandemic?”
“Are Auto Insurance Companies Offering Relief During the Pandemic?”
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More Than a Dozen Car Windows Smashed in Rutherglen Hammer Rampage
More Than a Dozen Car Windows Smashed in Rutherglen Hammer Rampage
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Report Shows Link Between Distracted Driving and Auto Insurance Premiums
The Coronavirus forced the country into a state of constant change for months as medical professionals and government leaders tried to learn as much as they could while offering safety guidelines. The auto glass industry was directly impacted when states … Continue reading
Safelite’s CEO on Steering the Company Through Crisis—and Getting Sales Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels
Safelite’s CEO on Steering the Company Through Crisis—and Getting Sales Back to Pre-Pandemic Levels
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Trump Assures a Second Stimulus Check Is Coming: Here’s What to Expect
Trump Assures a Second Stimulus Check Is Coming: Here’s What to Expect
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New Arizona Law Results in Auto Insurance Premium Increases
New Arizona Law Results in Auto Insurance Premium Increases
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Wheel Crashes Through Windshield on I-94 Injuring Driver
Wheel Crashes Through Windshield on I-94 Injuring Driver
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POLL: Will Your Business Be Open July 3, 2020?
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New Hampshire Bill Dies in Committee
A bill that was pre filed at the end of 2019 and introduced in New Hampshire’s House earlier this year failed to make it out of the Senate. The bill, also known as HB 1455, would have made it “an … Continue reading
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Installing Safety: Local Plexiglass Installers Keep Busy with COVID-19 Requests
Installing Safety: Local Plexiglass Installers Keep Busy with COVID-19 Requests
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US Investigates Headlight Failures in About 392,000 Kia SUVs
US Investigates Headlight Failures in About 392,000 Kia SUVs
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Allstate Firing Thousands – Report
Allstate Firing Thousands – Report
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Visibility Issue Prompts NTHSA to Issue Recall
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued three visibility recalls on Highland Ridge RV, Keystone RV Company (Keystone), and Thor Motor Coach (TMC). Each recall states the affected vehicle models have bonding issues. Highland Ridge RV The recall, … Continue reading
Fuyao Workers Undergo Mass Testing for Coronavirus
Fuyao Workers Undergo Mass Testing for Coronavirus
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BMW, Mercedes-Benz Put Automated Driving Partnership on Hold
BMW, Mercedes-Benz Put Automated Driving Partnership on Hold
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Louisiana Senate Oks Watered-Down Auto Insurance Rate Bill
Louisiana Senate Oks Watered-Down Auto Insurance Rate Bill
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Class Action Complaint Filed Against Mercedes-Benz for Alleged Spontaneous Sunroof Breakage
Bruce Pickens has become the lead plaintiff in a class action complaint, filed in Illinois, against Mercedes-Benz, Daimler AG, Saint-Gobain Sekurit (Saint Gobain), and Napleton Autowerks of Indiana, Inc. (Napleton Autowerks). In the class action complaint, Pickens alleges the German … Continue reading
Paycheck Protection Program Deadline Is June 30: What To Know About Applying And Loan Forgiveness
Paycheck Protection Program Deadline Is June 30: What To Know About Applying And Loan Forgiveness
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Subaru Gives New Key Reasons To Dismiss Defective Windshield Lawsuit
Subaru Gives New Key Reasons To Dismiss Defective Windshield Lawsuit
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Turtle Strikes Car in Georgia, Gets Lodged in Windshield
Turtle Strikes Car in Georgia, Gets Lodged in Windshield
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Auto Glass Related Companies Make Fortune 500 Listing
Fortune 500 magazine ranked the biggest American companies in its June/July 2020 issue, a few of which are related to the auto glass and insurance industries. Several were in the top 100: Ford Motor landed the 12th spot earning $155,900 … Continue reading
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NGA Cancels GlassBuild America
The National Glass Association (NGA) has canceled GlassBuild America, which was scheduled for September 15-17, 2020 in Las Vegas. “Like many of you, we are deeply disappointed by the COVID-19 impact on our trade show. While this cancellation puts a … Continue reading
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Sophisticated Electronic Systems Causing Car Repair Costs to Escalate
Sophisticated Electronic Systems Causing Car Repair Costs to Escalate
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AImotive Raises $20 Million for Driver-Assistance and Self-Driving Car Software
AImotive Raises $20 Million for Driver-Assistance and Self-Driving Car Software
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Preston Fire Engine’s Windscreen Smashed by Youths
Preston Fire Engine’s Windscreen Smashed by Youths
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Judge Weighs in on Another Protective Order
Auto Glass Inspection Services Inc. (AGIS) urged the Court to grant an order of protection in relating to Auto Glass America, LLC’s (AGA) notices of deposition Duces Tecum. A Duces Tecum is a type of subpoena that requires a witness to … Continue reading
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Why International Once Built a Semi Truck With Windshields on the Floorboard
Why International Once Built a Semi Truck With Windshields on the Floorboard
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20-Year-Old Man Allegedly Attempts to Kill Green Bay Glass Inc. Worker
20-Year-Old Man Allegedly Attempts to Kill Green Bay Glass Inc. Worker
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‘All of the Glass Hit Me. But the Bullet Didn’t’
‘All of the Glass Hit Me. But the Bullet Didn’t’
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Judge Grants Plaintiff’s Class Certification Motion
Federal Court Judge Joseph Dickson made rulings on several matters in Volvo’s ongoing sunroof class action lawsuit this week. According to Judge Dickson’s order, the plaintiffs’ renewed motion for class certification is to be served on the defendant Volvo, on … Continue reading
Vietnam Airlines A321 Suffers Cracked Windshield From Hail Mid Air
Vietnam Airlines A321 Suffers Cracked Windshield From Hail Mid Air
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Audi Hiring 60 Engineers for New ADAS Office in Silicon Valley
Audi Hiring 60 Engineers for New ADAS Office in Silicon Valley
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Autoglass Opens New Center in Reading and Returns to Full Service Across UK
Autoglass recently opened a new center in Reading, UK as the business returns to full service, which includes new safety measures to ensure the protection of its customers and employees. The new center is located within the Makro car park … Continue reading
Glass Company Leases Space at Gateway V
Glass Company Leases Space at Gateway V
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NHTSA to Launch Open Data Platform for AV Testing
NHTSA to Launch Open Data Platform for AV Testing
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Adhesion Issue Sparks Recall
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued a new safety recall of certain Jayco, Inc. (Jayco) buses, medium, and heavy vehicles. The recall states the affected vehicle models’ adhesive bond between the glass and the metal hinge frame of … Continue reading
PGW Auto Glass, LLC Returns to Auto Glass Week™ 2021 as Silver Sponsor
Returning to Auto Glass Week™ 2021 is Silver sponsor PGW Auto Glass, LLC. PGW joins many other sponsors supporting this power-packed event focused on the OE and aftermarket auto glass industries. Auto Glass Week was designed to connect automotive glass … Continue reading
Auto Glass Trailblazer Passes Away at 69
Janet Lynn Scharaga Van Doren, All Star Glass Company sales and marketing senior vice president, located in San Diego, Calif., passed away June 12, 2020 from a rare cancer. She was 69 years old. She was courageous, determined, never gave … Continue reading
Michigan’s Auto Insurance Law Completely Changes after July 1
Michigan’s Auto Insurance Law Completely Changes after July 1
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Why Korea Auto Glass Co Could be Well Placed to Recover from Volatility
Why Korea Auto Glass Co Could be Well Placed to Recover from Volatility
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U.S. to Unveil Voluntary Self-Driving Testing Data-Sharing Effort
U.S. to Unveil Voluntary Self-Driving Testing Data-Sharing Effort
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Allstate to Layoff “Thousands” of Staff
Allstate to Layoff “Thousands” of Staff
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MTA Driver Says Person threw 15-Pound Concrete Slab at Windshield
MTA Driver Says Person threw 15-Pound Concrete Slab at Windshield
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Woman’s Sunroof Busted After Object Thrown from Overpass Above I-65
Woman’s Sunroof Busted After Object Thrown from Overpass Above I-65
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Wisconsin Fire Crew Gets Unexpected Guest as Wild Turkey Flies Through Windshield
Wisconsin Fire Crew Gets Unexpected Guest as Wild Turkey Flies Through Windshield
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Webinar Highlights ADAS Calibration Importance
A recent webinar highlighted the importance of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibrations and why your technicians should have a record of what they’ve done during the process. The webinar featured Brent Johnson, Chief Collision Technology global product management director, … Continue reading
Bentley Recalls Three Continental GTs Whose Sunroof Glass Panel Might Fly Off
Bentley Recalls Three Continental GTs Whose Sunroof Glass Panel Might Fly Off
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No Injuries After Shots Fired at a Pickup Truck
No Injuries After Shots Fired at a Pickup Truck
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PPPFA Guidelines Could Help Your Auto Glass Business
The President signed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act (PPPFA) into law on June 5, which is geared towards small businesses, including auto glass companies, who qualified for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). The House passed the PPPFA on May … Continue reading
Jack Morris Auto Glass Uses Windshields During COVID-19 Outbreak
Jack Morris Auto Glass, located in Tennessee, found a unique way to protect its customers and employees to limit the spread of the novel coronavirus. “We’ve all seen the plexiglass shields at retail stores, but at Jack Morris Auto Glass … Continue reading
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Allstate Canada Issues Second Stay at Home Payment
Allstate Canada Issues Second Stay at Home Payment
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Judge Dismisses Order of Protection Request
A request for an order of protection filed by Auto Glass Inspection Services Inc. (AGIS) was denied this week, as was a motion to reject a non-party Subpoena Deposition Duces Tecum filed by Allstate. In the ongoing lawsuit between Allstate … Continue reading
AIS Windshield Experts Launches Minimal Contact Services with App
Officials for AIS Windshield Experts announced that the company now offers minimal contact services and cashless claim transactions for customers. The company also deployed an interactive chatbot for its website, which can be used for quick redressal of any queries … Continue reading
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Tesla Cybertruck Paves the Way for Multipurpose Service Vehicles
Tesla Cybertruck Paves the Way for Multipurpose Service Vehicles
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One Man Injured After Large Rock Smashes Through Windshield
One Man Injured After Large Rock Smashes Through Windshield
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S. Korea’s Self-Driving Upstarts Take on Tech Giants
S. Korea’s Self-Driving Upstarts Take on Tech Giants
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Kia Seltos Launched with New Features Including Sunroofs
Kia Seltos Launched with New Features Including Sunroofs
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Bricks Thrown Onto M6 From Bridge Smash Car Windscreen
Bricks Thrown Onto M6 From Bridge Smash Car Windscreen
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Does My Auto Insurance Protect Against Civil Unrest?
Does My Auto Insurance Protect Against Civil Unrest?
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Round Two of Subpoenas in Allstate Lawsuit
The ongoing lawsuit between Allstate Insurance Company, Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company, Allstate Indemnity Company and Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance Company (collectively Allstate) and defendants Auto Glass America LLC (AGA) and its owner, Charles Isaly show no signs … Continue reading
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Saint-Gobain Sells Sika Stake, Formally Ending Bitter Takeover Battle
Saint-Gobain Sells Sika Stake, Formally Ending Bitter Takeover Battle
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Top Five States for Auto Glass Claims
Top Five States for Auto Glass Claims
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Car Windows Smashed in Girardville
Car Windows Smashed in Girardville
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Glass in Space? Check Out the SpaceX Cockpit.
A recent trip into space has become an Internet sensation for many in the glass business, as the shuttle now sports a full glass cockpit. On Saturday, May 30, 2020 SpaceX’s Falcon 9 launched Crew Dragon’s second demonstration mission from … Continue reading
State Orders Partial Auto Insurance Refunds for Michigan Drivers Over Coronavirus Pandemic
State Orders Partial Auto Insurance Refunds for Michigan Drivers Over Coronavirus Pandemic
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AirPro Diagnostics Welcomes Signature Collision Centers
AirPro Diagnostics (AirPro) recently announced the addition of Signature Collision Centers to its list of elite clients. Based in Annapolis, Md., Signature Collision is a rapidly growing, high quality, customer-focused MSO with 24 locations along the eastern seaboard, according to … Continue reading
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Vitro to Close Evansville Plant
Vitro Automotive Glass (Vitro) has announced it is closing its auto glass manufacturing plant in Evansville, Ind., by the end of the year. According to Vitro, the economic impact of COVID-19 was a factor in the decision. Vitro previously had … Continue reading
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Ford Recalls Certain 2020 Mustangs for ADAS Issues
Ford Recalls Certain 2020 Mustangs for ADAS Issues
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Waymo’s Self-Driving Vans Will Return to Bay Area Streets
Waymo’s Self-Driving Vans Will Return to Bay Area Streets
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Police Stop Driver for Taping ‘Millions of Strands’ of Sellotape to Make a Windscreen
Police Stop Driver for Taping ‘Millions of Strands’ of Sellotape to Make a Windscreen
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International Panel Discussed Changes to Auto Insurance Claims in Webinar
Several states have slowly begun to re-open, which means more drivers are expected to return to the roads – a relief for the auto insurance industry. The Claims Bridge International (CBI) hosted a free webinar yesterday; titled “Is COVID-19 Driving … Continue reading
Five Reasons Why You Should Attend Auto Glass Week
Five Reasons Why You Should Attend Auto Glass Week
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FLIR Releases First European Thermal Imaging Dataset for ADAS Development
FLIR Releases First European Thermal Imaging Dataset for ADAS Development
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5 Things Business Leaders Hate (And How to Deal With Them)
5 Things Business Leaders Hate (And How to Deal With Them)
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Windshield Shattered After Piece of Exercise Equipment Smashes Into It
Windshield Shattered After Piece of Exercise Equipment Smashes Into It
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Hyundai Owners Allege Windshields Spontaneously Break in Class Action Complaint
Lorenzo Ford and Tina Forehand (collectively the plaintiffs) recently filed a class action complaint against Hyundai Motor America (HMA) and Hyundai Motor Company (HMC), (collectively Hyundai or defendants) in Central California. The plaintiffs allege Hyundai manufactured, marketed, distributed, and sold … Continue reading
China’s Baidu Completes the World’s Largest Autonomous Driving and Intelligent Vehicle Testing Site
China’s Baidu Completes the World’s Largest Autonomous Driving and Intelligent Vehicle Testing Site
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Audi & Gorilla Glass Win Automotive Display Honors
Audi & Gorilla Glass Win Automotive Display Honors
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Your Car During Lockdown. Is It Ready for Action When You Need It?
National Windscreens recently issued its top tips for making sure vehicles are healthy, after lack of use during the lockdown period. According to the company, the lack of vehicle use can lead to issues with the vehicle’s reliability unless the … Continue reading
Tesla Owner Sues Automaker Over Alleged Defects
Entewan Faragalla recently filed a class action complaint in California against Tesla Inc. and Tesla Motors (collectively Tesla). Faragalla alleges the auto manufacturer’s vehicles are “defective insofar as they are equipped with defective touchscreen media control units (MCU(s)) which routinely fail … Continue reading
Pandemic Alters Carmakers’ Driverless Plans
Pandemic Alters Carmakers’ Driverless Plans
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A Turtle Smashed Through a Woman’s Windshield While She Was Driving on the Highway
A Turtle Smashed Through a Woman’s Windshield While She Was Driving on the Highway
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NSG Releases Fiscal Year Financials
Nippon Sheet Glass (NSG) recently released its 2020 fiscal year financial results and it noted the company’s automotive glass sales revenue decreased when compared to the same period last year. NSG is one of the largest auto glass manufacturers in … Continue reading
Dayton Region Businesses Adapt to ‘New Normal’
Dayton Region Businesses Adapt to ‘New Normal’
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Allstate Extends Customer Car Insurance Policy Refunds Through June
Allstate Extends Customer Car Insurance Policy Refunds Through June
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Get Lit with Adaptive Headlights—How Does the Tech Work?
Get Lit with Adaptive Headlights—How Does the Tech Work?
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Top Private Fleets List a Wide Cross Section – Including AGRR Companies
FleetOwner magazine ranked the top 500 private fleets based on the number of trucks and tractors they operate in its April issue. The list, according to the company, is based on a FleetSeek database that’s continuously updated. FleetOwner noted its data is … Continue reading
Terry’s Mobile Glass Named Ironton In Bloom Business of the Month
Terry’s Mobile Glass Named Ironton In Bloom Business of the Month
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Apollo Auto Service Setting Up Shop in Robstown
Apollo Auto Service Setting Up Shop in Robstown
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Lubbock Repair Shops Busy After Large Hail Hits Lubbock and South Plains
Lubbock Repair Shops Busy After Large Hail Hits Lubbock and South Plains
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Vandal Throws Rocks Through Multiple Windshields at Car Dealership
Vandal Throws Rocks Through Multiple Windshields at Car Dealership
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Bluefire Insurance Announces 10% Temporary Auto Rate Drop in Louisiana
Bluefire Insurance Announces 10% Temporary Auto Rate Drop in Louisiana
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NHTSA Allows EasyMile to Operate Again After Adding Safety Measures
NHTSA Allows EasyMile to Operate Again After Adding Safety Measures
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Do You Have Space for the Future Car Repair?
Do You Have Space for the Future Car Repair?
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Paul Morris Participates in Idea Sharing Summit for Businesses
Paul Morris, president of Jack Morris Auto Glass – Memphis, was recently featured in the Finding Funding segment of a New Normal virtual summit developed by the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce in cooperation with Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland. Jack Morris Auto Glass didn’t … Continue reading
Good News For Small Businesses: Congress Could Extend PPP Loan Forgiveness Period
Good News For Small Businesses: Congress Could Extend PPP Loan Forgiveness Period
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Sika Produces Safety Masks for Employees and Customers
At the Les Salles du Gardon factory in southern France, Sika has commenced the production of respiratory masks made almost entirely from Sika products. According to the company, nearly 50,000 masks have already been produced. The masks, according to Sika, … Continue reading
Man Throws Himself at Car’s Windscreen in China
Man Throws Himself at Car’s Windscreen in China
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PPP Loan Forgiveness Application Now Available
The Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Treasury Department recently released the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan forgiveness application along with application instructions. The form and instructions advise borrowers on how to apply for forgiveness of their PPP loans, consistent … Continue reading
People Who Know More About Self-Driving Technology Trust It More
People Who Know More About Self-Driving Technology Trust It More
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‘Possible Turnip’ Thrown From Overpass Smashes Semi Windshield
‘Possible Turnip’ Thrown From Overpass Smashes Semi Windshield
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AGRR May Podcast: Mike and Cathy Mygrant
AGRR May Podcast: Mike and Cathy Mygrant
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Auto Workers Are Back On the Job
Auto Workers Are Back On the Job
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United Dreamliner Windshield Cracks Mid Flight
United Dreamliner Windshield Cracks Mid Flight
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Auto Insurance Relief Sought For Businesses
Auto Insurance Relief Sought For Businesses
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Man Charged with Assault, Smashing Windshields in Coon Rapids
Man Charged with Assault, Smashing Windshields in Coon Rapids
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Auto Glass Inspection Service Objects to Subpoena in AOB Lawsuit
The legal face-off between Allstate Insurance Company, Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company, Allstate Indemnity Company and Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance Company (collectively Allstate) and defendants Auto Glass America LLC (AGA) and its owner, Charles Isaly continues to heat … Continue reading
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Boyd Group Services Inc. Completes Bought Deal
Boyd Group Services Inc. (the Boyd Group) recently announced it has closed its previously announced bought deal financing consisting of 1,100,000 shares that cost $183 per share. According to the company, the bought deal was led by CIBC Capital Markets, … Continue reading
Power Auto Glass Launches New Website
Power Auto Glass recently announced that the windshield repair company, located in San Francisco, Calif., launched a new website. The auto glass company offers both onsite and mobile auto glass replacement and repair services in Bay Area cities. The company noted … Continue reading
IBC Calls ICBC Out for Not Offering Auto Insurance Premium Relief
IBC Calls ICBC Out for Not Offering Auto Insurance Premium Relief
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Robinson’s Impact-Resistant Windshields Improve Bird Strike Protection
Robinson’s Impact-Resistant Windshields Improve Bird Strike Protection
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Covid-19: Conducting Emergency Repairs is Permitted Under Level 4 Lockdown
Covid-19: Conducting Emergency Repairs is Permitted Under Level 4 Lockdown
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Some Autonomous Vehicle Companies Resume Public Testing, Others Express Caution
Some Autonomous Vehicle Companies Resume Public Testing, Others Express Caution
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Sunroof Shatters After Unknown Object Thrown From I-25 Overpass
Sunroof Shatters After Unknown Object Thrown From I-25 Overpass
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Tempcover Launches Short-Term Vehicle Insurance App
Tempcover Launches Short-Term Vehicle Insurance App
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Boyd Group Reports Sales
Boyd Group Services Inc. (The Boyd Group) released its 2020 first quarter financial report today and noted its sales increased by 12.6% to $628.4 million when compared to the same period in 2019. According to the report, its same-store sales … Continue reading
Ford Issues Sunroof Recall
Ford recently issued a recall on more than 5,000 of its Transit Connect vans made from 2014 to 2017 with panoramic sunroofs. The auto manufacturer stated the sunroofs could leak or even detach from the vans, in a press release. … Continue reading
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Consumer Group Accuses Geico of Overcharging Drivers for Auto Insurance
Consumer Group Accuses Geico of Overcharging Drivers for Auto Insurance
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‘Tennis Ball-Sized’ Hail Breaks Car Windshield in Southwest Texas
‘Tennis Ball-Sized’ Hail Breaks Car Windshield in Southwest Texas
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California Clamps Down on 1099 Contractors
California often serves as a bellwether for legislation that is slowly adopted in other states throughout the country and an Assembly Bill could have serious implications for auto glass companies that subcontract work to installers as independent (1099) contractors. Assembly … Continue reading
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National Windscreens Appoints New Commercial and Service Director
National Windscreens has appointed Nigel Paling as its commercial and service director. In his new role based at National Windscreens UK headquarters in Tamworth, Paling will lead a series of initiatives to deliver an enhanced customer journey and maximize a … Continue reading
Local Companies Deliver Essential Medical Supplies for Healthcare Workers
Local Companies Deliver Essential Medical Supplies for Healthcare Workers
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IBC Says Auto Insurers are Giving Back Over $100 Million to Alberta Drivers
IBC Says Auto Insurers are Giving Back Over $100 Million to Alberta Drivers
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AllState Offering Up To 6 Months Leave for Frontline Pandemic Volunteers
AllState Offering Up To 6 Months Leave for Frontline Pandemic Volunteers
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Mediator Cancels Scheduled Session in Auto Glass AOB Fraud Lawsuit
Mediator Stanford Blake of Tampa, Fla. filed a notice of cancellation today for a virtual mediation set for May 27, 2020 via Zoom in the ongoing legal showdown between Allstate Insurance Company, Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company, Allstate Indemnity … Continue reading
Loan Forgiveness Under The PPP And SBA EIDL Programs: 10 Things Small Businesses Need To Know
Loan Forgiveness Under The PPP And SBA EIDL Programs: 10 Things Small Businesses Need To Know
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Hyundai and Aptiv Redeploy Autonomous Vehicles to Deliver Meals to Vulnerable People in Las Vegas
Hyundai and Aptiv Redeploy Autonomous Vehicles to Deliver Meals to Vulnerable People in Las Vegas
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Self-Driving Cars Are Taking Longer to Build than Everyone Thought
Self-Driving Cars Are Taking Longer to Build than Everyone Thought
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Cars Vandalized at Miami Apartment Complex
Cars Vandalized at Miami Apartment Complex
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Auto Glass Replacement Businesses Donate PPE Supplies
The PipeKnife Company (PipeKnife) teamed up with Clean Plus Inc. (Clean Plus) to make a donation of personal protective equipment (PPE) to the Loveland, Colo. police department. The two companies also donated sanitizer, sprayers and nitrile gloves. The donation, which … Continue reading
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Glass Company Supports Food Bank through Plexiglass Sales
Glass Company Supports Food Bank through Plexiglass Sales
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Allstate Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Miss
Allstate Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Miss
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Hatin’ on Love Bugs, You Feel like Bonnie and Clyde, ‘More Like Glue Bugs’
Hatin’ on Love Bugs, You Feel like Bonnie and Clyde, ‘More Like Glue Bugs’
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Fuyao Releases 2019 Year-End Results and Highlights Future Goals
Fuyao Glass Industry Group (Fuyao) recently released its 2019 annual financial report, which ended on December 31, 2019. The company highlighted its revenue growth, global response to COVID-19, and more in its report. “In 2019, the global economic growth weakened … Continue reading