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GM Publishes Delamination Solution
General Motors’ (GM) customer satisfaction program recently published a remedy for a windshield foam seal delamination issue on one of its models. GM released details to dealers on July 16 on how to fix the issue. The document says that … Continue reading
GM Draws a Hard Line on OE Glass
General Motors’ (GM) updated windshield replacement position statement doubles down on the company’s original equipment (OE) glass stipulation. This time, its reasons involve more than recalibration alone. GM, which operates Chevrolet, Buick and Cadillac, issued a new collision repair position … Continue reading
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GM Working to Develop Electrically Heated Windshield
General Motors (GM) filed a patent application for a new, electrically heated windshield system last year, according to a patent application that was published earlier this month. The patent, published on July 13 as US 2023/0225016 A1, describes “an electrically … Continue reading
GM Files AR Patent that May Fight Glare
GM Global Technology Operations LLC has submitted a patent with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for a display system that could be incorporated into one or more windows of a vehicle as well as navigational and driver assist systems. … Continue reading
GM Taps Qualcomm to Power New Hands-Free Driver Assistance System
When GM releases its new Ultra Cruise hands-free driver assistance system in 2023 — starting with Cadillac — it will be powered by the latest Snapdragon system-on-chip from Qualcomm. The announcement illustrates Qualcomm’s success in capturing more market share in … Continue reading
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DuPont Named Winner of GM Overdrive Award
DuPont Mobility & Materials announced that it has won the GM Overdrive Award for its BETASEAL™ 900 EI electrically-isolating sealant in the “Accelerate Innovation” category. DuPont was one of only five companies in that category to be selected for this … Continue reading
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
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
GM to Share Face Mask Production Plans with Two Associations
General Motors (GM) recently announced it is increasing production capacity for face masks at its Michigan facility. The automotive company has also shared its manufacturing plans with its suppliers, the Original Equipment Suppliers Association (OESA) and the Michigan Manufacturers Association … Continue reading
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GM Class Action Lawsuit Gets Pulled From the Courtroom
Jason Truesdell turned the lights off on his class action lawsuit against General Motors LLC (GM) by volunteering to dismiss it. Truesdell filed a complaint against the auto manufacturer alleging a defect in certain 2010-2015 Cadillac SRX vehicle headlights. The … Continue reading
GM Set to Open a New Technical Center in Charlotte
General Motors (GM) will open a new technical center focused on performance and racing in the Charlotte region, a major racing hub in the U.S. The facility will expand GM’s performance and racing capabilities, officials said, with a focus on … Continue reading
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Select Vehicle Models Have the Wrong Window Glass
General Motors (GM) issued a recall for select 2016-2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans today. GM says that the recall is due to “incorrect window glass” that was installed. According to the company, both vehicle models affected may feature … Continue reading
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Black Book VIN Decode Valuation Data Now Incorporates Data from General Motors
Black Book announced it has integrated General Motors’ (GM) Build Data into the company’s vehicle identification number (VIN) decode and valuations data today. Build Data is “as built” content in a vehicle, including optional equipment specific to a unique 17-digit … Continue reading
GM Pumps the Brakes on its Sunroof Lawsuit
Kelley Gaines is back in California’s Southern District Court for another opportunity to sue General Motors Company (GM) over an alleged warranty violation caused by a leaking sunroof in her leased Cadillac. A judge previously dismissed portions of her previous … Continue reading
GM Hit with Another Lawsuit over Faulty Headlights
General Motors (GM) is still in hot water when it comes to the company’s headlights. Chester Steele, a resident of California, has filed a class action lawsuit against the company alleging certain 2010-2015 Cadillac SRX models are equipped with defective … Continue reading
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GM Extends Headlamp Module Warranty
Following a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) investigation, General Motors (GM) has extended its headlight warranty to cover problems related to its headlamp driver modules recall. The initial recall was for defective low-beam headlights and daytime running lights on … Continue reading
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GM Doubles Down on Self-Driving Cars, Hiring 1,100
GM Doubles Down on Self-Driving Cars, Hiring 1,100
GM Exec Says State Could be Leader in Self-Driving Cars
GM Exec Says State Could be Leader in Self-Driving Cars
Cruise’s Kyle Vogt: GM Will Deploy Automated Rideshare Cars ‘Very Quickly’
Cruise’s Kyle Vogt: GM Will Deploy Automated Rideshare Cars ‘Very Quickly’
General Motors Issues Recalls on Suburban HD and Malibu
General Motors LLC (GM) has issued a recall for certain 2016-2017 Chevrolet Suburban HD vehicles due to improperly assembled side view mirrors. The recall was issued on January 12, and applies to 214 vehicles. “These vehicles were assembled with a … Continue reading
General Motors Wants Lawsuit Against Faulty Headlights Dismissed
General Motors (GM) is requesting a judge dismiss a recent lawsuit against the manufacturers that alleges the headlights on its 2014-2015 GMC Sierra 1500 and the 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 are defective. The lawsuit comes from plaintiffs Armando … Continue reading
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Newscast: Learn the Latest on ADAS
How will Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) impact your business? Gain insight into this technology and join us as we go behind the scenes at the Novus Super Session in our newscast. And learn some of the topics on the agenda for Auto Glass Week™ 2016. Continue reading
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Which AGRR-Related Companies Make the Fortune 500 Cut?
Several AGRR-related companies, including insurers and automakers, are named to this year’s Fortune 500 list. Looking more closely at the insurance sector, editors point out, “As miles driven continues to plateau, there will be less demand for car insurance.” Continue reading
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NHTSA: 22 Million Vehicles Recalled in 2013
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that approximately 22 million vehicles were recalled in 2013 and “shattering sunroofs” was a big reason behind automotive glass-related recalls. This is the highest total since 2004 when overall recalls reached more than 30 million.
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Auto Sales Climb in 2013
Strong vehicle sales growth in 2013 is good news for the automotive glass industry. The 21 automakers selling vehicles in the U.S. moved 15.6 million units in 2013, according to sales tracker Autodata, up 9.2 percent from 2012.
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