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Will Thanksgiving Road Trips Create More Work?
AAA predicts that at least 73 million people in the United States will hit the road this week, traveling at least 50 miles to be with loved ones for the Thanksgiving holiday. Depending on the region and the weather, the … Continue reading
Black Friday: To Open or Not to Open?
Black Friday means the first day of Christmas shopping for consumers. But do auto glass shops follow the trend of being open the day after Thanksgiving? “For 28 years, we have always been open,” says Rick Valentine, who owns Intermountain … Continue reading
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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
The Holidays Turned Upside Down Following Fatal Crash
This week many are spending time preparing for Thanksgiving and are excited to devote time to friends and family. For one auto glass industry family tragedy struck just a few days ago, when a car accident resulted in Harry Raymond … Continue reading
Auto Glass Companies Look Forward to Family Time this Thanksgiving
While most auto glass repair and replacement companies will likely be closed Thanksgiving day, several have opted to let their employees choose whether or not to take off Black Friday. Jeremy Driscoll, owner of JRD Auto Glass in Austin, Texas, … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Set to See Highest Travel Volume in 12 Years
This Thanksgiving is on track to see the highest volume of travel since 2005, with an estimated 50.9 million Americans traveling at least 50 miles away from their home, according to AAA. That’s 1.6 million more travelers compared to last … Continue reading
TODAY’S BLOG: Will You Be on Call During the Holidays?
“With the official holiday season kicking off this week, it leads me to wonder what your business plans are? Will you be open over Thanksgiving, Hanukkah (which starts December 6), Christmas and New Year’s Eve? Though retailers would have us believe the holiday season begins in early November with their barrage of music and festive displays, to me, the official start is this week when millions of Americans take to the roads.” —Jenna Reed Continue reading
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AGRR Companies Anticipate Upswing as Families Hit the Road for Thanksgiving
While most AGRR companies will likely be closed Thanksgiving day, many will be open on Black Friday. “As gas prices come down, we are seeing more people traveling to see relatives and friends this Thanksgiving, which means more business,” says Carrie Cox of Novus Auto Glass in Chehalis, Wash. Continue reading