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New Wholesale Location To Open in Arizona
Nielsen & Moller Auto Glass Distributors will open a new wholesale location in Tempe, Ariz., next month “By establishing this new wholesale location, we aim to provide customers with convenient access to our comprehensive inventory, exceptional service, and competitive prices,” … Continue reading
Windshield Chips or Cracks? Insurers Crack Down on Glass Claims
Auto glass damage happens so often in Arizona that insurers here are required to offer no deductible glass coverage. It used to be filing glass claims wouldn’t have much impact on your rates or renewals. That has changed. “Even though … Continue reading
Safelite Group Acquires Intermountain Auto Glass
Safelite® Group, owner of Safelite AutoGlass®, has purchased the assets of Idaho-based Intermountain Auto Glass. The transaction closed on Friday, October 6. “On behalf of our associates across the country, we welcome new team members with enthusiasm as they join … Continue reading
Safelite Group Acquires Reliable Glass Division
Safelite Group, a vehicle glass services and recalibration company and owner of Safelite AutoGlass, announced an agreement to acquire the auto glass assets of Reliable Glass headquartered in Phoenix, Ariz. The transaction was completed on Friday, October 14, 2022 and … Continue reading
Posted in glassBYTEs Headlines Tagged Arizona, Binswanger, Genuine Auto Glass, Phoenix, Reliable Glass, Safelite Group 1 Comment
Fast Growing Retailers: Revenue on the Rise
The secrets to success are different for each business. But, one thing is certain for five auto glass retailers: revenues continue to grow lightning fast as they put the COVID-19 pandemic in their rearview mirrors. AGRR takes an in-depth look … Continue reading
Large Hailstones Crack Car Windshield in Arizona
A video shows a man in his car in Arizona when large hail begins to fall. “Just lost my windshield.” Click here to view video.
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Not Telling a Customer about Calibration Could Cost You $2,500 in Arizona
If the Senate Bill 1410 recently passed in Arizona becomes law, auto glass shops that neglect to tell customers about calibration before they begin a glass replacement would be fined $2,500 —each time. The bill requires that customers be informed … Continue reading
Sudden Search for a New Career Proves Successful for Spouses Who Founded Arizona’s Reliable Glass
Aside from needing a windshield replaced or windows done in their home, neither Lorraine or Greg Tornga had any experience with the glass repair or installation industry. But when the tech bubble burst post-9/11 and left Greg suddenly unemployed, the … Continue reading
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Arizona Auto Insurance Rates Climb as Driving Rebounds from Pandemic
After giving customers premium credits and refunds in 2020 as people stayed home and insurance claims plummeted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, auto insurers are raising rates to help cover higher claims costs driven by increased driving, higher repair costs … Continue reading
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Waymo’s Self-Driving Taxi Struggles with Left Turns and Puddles. But it’s Still Winning Over Some Arizona Riders
Waymo says its self-driving vans have given tens of thousands of rides since the company launched a public robotaxi service in Chandler, Arizona a year ago. CNN Business tested Waymo’s service this month and spoke with eight Waymo customers who … Continue reading
A Pole Dance You Never Want: Windshield Slows Projectile
A Phoenix, Ariz., woman escaped impalement by a metal pole Thursday while driving on Arizona State Route 51 in Phoenix. As reported by KPNX Action News on Monday, Mandy Poff was preparing to exit Route 51 about 11:53 a.m. on … Continue reading
GEICO Files Another Arizona Lawsuit
GEICO has filed a $300,000 federal lawsuit in Arizona against A&G Auto Glass for alleged fraudulent or non-reimbursable claims for windshield replacement services. GEICO claims that A&G Auto Glass did not actually provide the claimed replacement services and did not … Continue reading
Posted in glassBYTEs Headlines, glassBYTEs Original Story Tagged A&G Auto Glass, alleged fraudulent or non-reimbursable claims, Anthon Godfrey, Arizona, assignment of benefits (AOB), comprehensive automobile insurance coverage, federal lawsuit, Geico, Godfrey Companies, Sean Alexander, Terry Godfrey 1 Comment
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
Arizona House Bill Held in Committee
An Arizona bill impacting assignment of benefits (AOB) was held in committee during a House meeting at the end of February 2020. The bill, also known as HB 2441, aims to alter the way auto glass shop owners obtain AOB … Continue reading
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Arizona is in the Lead for Auto Glass Claims
Arizona leads the nation in auto glass claims, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB). Insurance industry data shows 10% of the nation’s auto glass claims were from Arizona between 2015 and 2019. “The fact that auto glass claims … Continue reading
Arizona Geico Fraud Lawsuit Reaches Settlement Agreement
The ongoing legal battle between Government Employees Insurance Co., Geico Indemnity Co., Geico General Insurance Company and Geico Casualty Co. (collectively Geico), and six parties has come to a close in an Arizona courtroom. According to the joint settlement motion, … Continue reading
Geico Files Complaint Against Shazam Auto Glass, LLC and Owner for Fraud
Geico Insurance Co. (Geico) has filed a federal lawsuit in Florida against Shazam Auto Glass, LLC, (Shazam) and its owner, Sean Martineau. The insurance company alleges Shazam and Martineau are responsible for a “fraudulent scheme” that included falsifying windshield replacement … Continue reading
Gerber Collision & Glass Acquires 4 Locations in Nevada, Arizona
The Boyd Group Inc. announced the acquisition of four collision repair centers located in Nevada (3 locations) and Arizona (1). The shops are located in the Las Vegas area and Scottsdale. These locations were previously branded New Look Collision Center, … Continue reading
Update For Arizona Bill
Earlier this month an Arizona Senator introduced a new bill, also known as SB1226. If it had passed it would have impacted automotive glass shops throughout the state. Fortunately shops don’t have to continue following it because it has “died” … Continue reading
Arizona Glass Shops Should Watch This Bill
A new bill has been introduced by Senator Livingston in Arizona, and if it passes there could be changes ahead for businesses throughout the state. The new bill, also referred to as SB1226, would impact any shop that requires an … Continue reading
Posted in glassBYTEs Original Story Tagged AOB, Arizona, new bill, SB1226, Senator Livingston, statute 1 Comment
Gerber Collision & Glass Acquires Repair Location in Arizona
The Boyd Group announced its acquisition of a repair center in Peoria, Arizona. This location previously operated as Lake Pleasant Collision Center, servicing customers in the community since 2009. Peoria is a northwestern suburb of Phoenix, with a population of … Continue reading
Safelite Group Acquires Black Diamond Auto Glass
Safelite® Group has acquired the assets of Black Diamond Auto Glass with 4 locations in Arizona. The transaction was completed November 9, 2018. “As a family-owned business, our people and our customers are a top priority making it important that … Continue reading
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AZ Glass Pros Announces New Windshield Replacement Services in Phoenix
AZ Glass Pros Announces New Windshield Replacement Services in Phoenix
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Self-Driving Uber SUV Crashes and Flips Onto Its Side After ‘High Impact’ Accident in Arizona
Self-Driving Uber SUV Crashes and Flips Onto Its Side After ‘High Impact’ Accident in Arizona
New Image Auto Glass Announces Opening of Windshield Service Center in Arizona
New Image Auto Glass Announces Opening of Windshield Service Center in Arizona
Arizona SB 1169 Not Heard at Committee Meeting
There’s been an update on the status of Arizona’s SB 1169, a proposed bill that would repeal the state’s “zero-deductible” policy on auto glass repair and replacement. The bill had been held by Sen. Karen Fann, co-author of the bill, … Continue reading
Arizona Transportation Committee Holds Zero-Deductible Bill
A proposed Arizona bill to repeal the “zero-deductible” auto glass repair and replacement law was on the table for discussion yesterday during the state Senate’s Transportation Committee meeting. However, at the last minute it was held and not discussed, effectively … Continue reading
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Arizona Legislator Draws Fire for Proposed Zero Deductible Repeal
The sponsor of a bill that would effectively repeal Arizona’s “zero-deductible law” spoke publicly about the bill’s provisions January 25 on a Phoenix radio station, and her comments drew swift reactions from some in the auto glass industry. Continue reading
AGRR Technicians Stay Cool in Intense Heat
As hot weather scorches parts of the country in Southern California, Arizona and Texas, AGRR technicians are scheduling more jobs in-shop and doing their best to stay cool, says Dominique Contreras, a customer service representative (CSR) with Glass Doctor in Murrieta, Calif. Continue reading
Posted in glassBYTEs Original Story Tagged Arizona, Bob Beranek, California, Extreme Heat, Glass Doctor, Optic-Kleer, Rich Campfield, Texas Leave a comment
AZ Attorney General Alleges Second AGRR Shop Violated Do-Not Call Registry
Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich has filed a lawsuit against a Larmore Auto Glass LLC, operating under the names O’Reilly’s Auto Glass and Freedom Auto Glass, over alleged do-not call violations. The company denies the allegations. Continue reading
Arizona Glass Bill Moves Forward through Stakeholders Meeting
A stakeholders’ meeting was held Monday for Arizona House of Representatives Bill 2500, “Unlawful Practices: Auto Glass Repair.” The bill passed the state House and the discussion now revolves around its approval in the Arizona Senate. A glass shop owner … Continue reading
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