Tag Archives: position statement

Shops Get Caught Between Automaker Positions and Insurance Requirements

Posted on August 10, 2026 by Abby Bowman

An increasing number of automakers have issued position statements requiring original equipment manufacturer (OEM) glass for all windshield replacements. However, many auto glass company owners say that mandate doesn’t match the reality of insurance requirements. “Requiring OEM glass sounds good … Continue reading →

Posted in glassBYTEs Original Story | Tagged , , , | 4 Comments

Another Manufacturer Requires OE Glass

Posted on August 3, 2026 by Abby Bowman

Lucid is the latest of several automakers to release an updated glass position statement requiring the use of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) parts. Unlike some automakers, it also details proper repair and replacement procedures in the position paper itself. Lucid … Continue reading →

Posted in glassBYTEs Original Story | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Automaker Updates Position to Require OEM Glass, Calibration Procedures

Posted on July 27, 2026 by Abby Bowman

BMW has issued updated windshield replacement position statements requiring auto glass companies to use only BMW parts and calibration systems. The statements, issued July 16, dictate that windshield replacements on all BMW or MINI vehicles must use original equipment manufacturer … Continue reading →

Posted in glassBYTEs Original Story | Tagged , , | 3 Comments

Another Carmaker Doubles Down on OEM-Only Rules

Posted on May 21, 2026 by Abby Bowman

According to one car manufacturer’s latest position statement, auto glass replacements should be performed only by automaker-certified technicians using original equipment manufacturer (OEM) glass at automaker-certified collision centers. Volvo’s May 11 “Statement on Replacement of Windshields” says it is “essential” … Continue reading →

Posted in glassBYTEs Original Story | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments

GM Draws a Hard Line on OE Glass

Posted on March 23, 2026 by Abby Bowman

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 →

Posted in glassBYTEs Original Story | Tagged , , , | 4 Comments

“How Is That Fair?” Shops Say Conflicting OE, Insurance Rules Leave Them Stuck

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Abby Bowman

Imagine this: a newer model Ford rolls into your shop for a replacement. You’ve read Ford’s recently updated position statement encouraging you to use original equipment manufacturer (OEM) glass to help preserve safety functions. You also know the customer’s insurer … Continue reading →

Posted in glassBYTEs Original Story | Tagged , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Ford Doubles Down on OEM Glass

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Abby Bowman

Original equipment manufacturer (OEM) glass should be used in all Ford and Lincoln windshield replacements to ensure safety. At least, that’s what the Ford Motor Company (FMC) says. FMC released updated statements about glass replacement for both its Ford and … Continue reading →

Posted in glassBYTEs Original Story | Tagged , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Latest Position Statement Highlights FCA’s Auto Glass Standards

Posted on December 16, 2019 by Emmariah Holcomb

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles US LLC (FCA) released a position statement on auto glass replacement, which states only “authentic Mopar glass is designed, engineered, manufactured and tested to the FCA US LLC internal and government-mandated standards and is the only equivalent … Continue reading →

Posted in glassBYTEs Original Story | Tagged , , , , , | 6 Comments