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Glas-Weld filed a request in U.S. District Court January 30 to dismiss the well-known, multi-year case against a former employee it accused of patent infringement. Continue reading
Chinese auto supplier Fuyao Glass Industry Group will complete a total of $1 billion in U.S. manufacturing investments by the end 2017, including about $500 million it has put into an automotive glass plant in Ohio, the company’s chairman told Reuters. Continue reading
Tesla Motors, Inc., keeps on opening up its service centers to facilitate its customers so that they can get their electric cars fixed in case of any issues. Continue reading
One of the nation’s largest car insurance companies wants to sever all ties with Tigard-based repair chain Leif’s Auto Collision Centers—because it says Leif’s employees physically threatened its claims adjusters. Continue reading
Florida’s no-fault auto insurance system could be nearing the end of its road. Continue reading
A woman says one of her car windows was shot out by an angry passenger on Highway 22 on Friday. Continue reading
A man was killed driving on a highway Thursday when a wheel from a trailer being towed broke loose and struck his windshield, causing him to crash into a concrete barrier. Continue reading
Katherine Holmgrem had never had any issues in the Riverside neighborhood until about a week and a half ago when she found her vehicle window broken. Continue reading
Audi is recalling nearly a quarter million vehicles due to a sunroof drainage defect, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) report. Continue reading
“Can you believe it? One month of 2017 is already gone. So what have you done to get better this year?”
–Mark Liston
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The 2017 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series is going to come with a handful of changes or enhancements that are sure to play a major role on the outcome of the season. Continue reading
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has joined the tech chorus opposing President Donald Trump’s seven-country ban on immigration. Continue reading
Audi of America is set to make a bigger push into electrification and wants its dealer body to get onboard with the movement. Continue reading
A motorist in New Mexico got the shock of his life when a huge gas hose adapter fell off a truck and smashed into his windshield on the Interstate. Continue reading
Over 20 cars around Jakes Way had their windows smashed in early Saturday morning for the second time this month. Continue reading
Who will win Super Bowl LI? Continue reading
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
Tesla Motors has accused former Autopilot director Sterling Anderson of taking company information and using it for a competing venture, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday at the Superior Court of California in Santa Clara. Continue reading
Plots don’t get much thicker than the federal civil racketeering lawsuit that a group of trial lawyers has filed against Bloomington-based State Farm Insurance. Continue reading
File this one in the, “Don’t try this at home” category. During a recent traffic stop in a rural part of Waldo County, Maine, Deputy Jon Shaw found the driver was engaged in a creative but very unsafe method of defrosting the windshield. Continue reading
It was a scary moment for a woman driving on Interstate 84 when ice that blew off a vehicle in front of her smashed into her windshield and shattered it, state police said. Continue reading
Four thieves were captured on surveillance video smashing car windows and stealing purses last month in a parking lot in Weston, authorities said. Continue reading
U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx announced January 19 new Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Vehicle-to-Infrastructure (V2I) guidance that can improve safety and mobility by accelerating the deployment of V2I communication systems. Continue reading
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Century Glass of South Carolina is the newest glass company to become an affiliate of Glass.com®. Continue reading
Pak Suzuki Motor Company – the largest carmaker in Pakistan with over 50 percent market share – on Wednesday announced that it intends to invest in a joint venture company that will manufacture automobile glass, according to a company notice sent to the Pakistan Stock Exchange. Continue reading
The president of Belron Canada, Ralph Hosker, says the deal is a major step for the company. Continue reading
It’s impossible not to look at a new feature from Volkswagen with a skeptical eye after Dieselgate, but we’re hoping the company’s new climate windshield, that can melt snow and ice without the need for distracting wires, delivers as promised—because the winter sucks if you own a car. Continue reading
Auto insurance is usually managed on a state-by-state basis, but there is one issue that the federal government officials agree on, and that’s the trend of insurance becoming more “unaffordable” on a local basis. Continue reading
A pole flew through the driver’s-side windshield of a pickup being driven by 64-year-old man Wednesday morning near Pendleton High School. Continue reading
A McKeesport toddler is recovering after someone threw an object at the car he was riding in, shattering the windshield and causing glass to become embedded in his head. Continue reading
Safelite is entitled to use scripts telling customer they “may” be balance-billed under the First Amendment, a Minnesota federal court has ruled. Continue reading
Tesla this week announced plans for an update for its Enhanced Autopilot program, but if the company’s founder has his way the feature could be obsolete sooner than anticipated. Continue reading
Regardless if Ford got it right with the refreshed 2018 Mustang, the original 6th generation model still remains in the cross-hairs of plenty of tuning companies, including Carlex Design that’s teasing a new custom build. Continue reading
Insurance likely won’t cover the damage to a limousine set on fire during an Inauguration Day protest in Washington, the limo company president says. Continue reading
One man was hurt after a log smashed through the windshield of the car he was driving on a South Carolina highway. Continue reading
An Atherton man has been fined for damaging a car windscreen. Continue reading
Do you think the United States’ retraction of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) will help or hurt the U.S. auto glass industry? Vote in the poll on the right of this page.
Two Republican state legislators in Arizona are co-sponsoring legislation that would eliminate the state’s “zero-deductible” law with respect to auto glass repair and replacement. Continue reading
The Third Circuit in a precedential ruling on Tuesday revived some claims in an age bias suit against Pittsburgh Glass Works, ruling that disparate impact claims under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act are not limited to 40 and older comparisons, and a policy that favors younger members of a protected class can still be illegal. Continue reading
Safelite Auto Glass announced today it has selected Simple-Fill to fuel its fleet vehicles at the Safelite facility in Worthington, Ohio. Continue reading
The de Blasio administration is planning to spend $10.4 million to outfit all NYPD patrol cars with bullet-resistant window inserts, according to City Hall officials. While there’s no such thing as “bulletproof,” the window panels to be installed are built to be resistant to bullets. Continue reading
After seeing the incredible rescue efforts of Spokane Police Officer Tim Schwering as he saved a woman from a burning car on Friday, many people wondered Monday why it was so difficult for him to break the glass. Continue reading
Just a few months after the federal government opened up its investigation into Tesla’s Autopilot system, the electric carmaker released a software update that could have prevented the whole ordeal in the first place. Continue reading
A driver in Thomaston had a run-in with an owl Saturday. Continue reading
The windshield of a vehicle heading north on Interstate 87 was smashed early Sunday morning when someone threw an object off the Butler Road overpass in the Saratoga County town of Moreau. Continue reading
Communities in Mississippi and Georgia were reeling from weekend storms that ripped through the Deep South, leaving widespread damage that was still being assessed Monday. Continue reading
“One of my favorite events every year is our Leadership Summit.”
–Mark Liston
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Fuyao Glass Industry Group’s investment is an epitome of rapidly increasing Chinese investments in the United States. Continue reading
Tesla doesn’t use the same annual model cycle as most automakers and it can result in some difficulties for customers trying to time their order in an attempt to get the latest features. Continue reading
If you think what you’re paying for car insurance is too high, you’re right, it is. Continue reading
Unlike some of the quirky, inane observations longtime talk show host Larry King makes in his #KingsThings Twitter feature, things just got real. Continue reading
A woman in Johor came within a hair’s breadth of getting impaled by a large metal post that crashed into her car’s windscreen. Continue reading
Rexburg police responded to a call shortly after midnight Monday where they found a man who had apparently broken the rear windshield of a car with his fist. Continue reading
It’s unofficial, of course, but a glassBYTEs.com poll this week indicates that most respondents think the new administration of Republican Donald Trump will help the auto glass business. Continue reading
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has designated 10 proving ground pilot sites to encourage testing and information sharing around automated vehicle technologies, according to a DOT January 19 release. Continue reading
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will close the investigation it began six months ago into a driver death that occurred while using Tesla’s Autopilot highway semi-autonomous driving feature, Reuters reports. Continue reading
A southwest Missouri farmer who was charged in a fork loader assault has pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor. Continue reading
Steven Rausch’s grandmother said he was driving last Sunday when a chuck on concrete crashed into his windshield. Continue reading
Five teens were arrested by Braidwood police on Jan. 13 after two of them were seen shooting out the windows of two cars in the 900 block of Annadon Lane. Continue reading
Do you offer side-view mirror replacements or repair as part of your retail operation? If you do, our editors want to hear from you. Contact us at pthompson@glass.com. Continue reading
Is OE glass now a requirement for recalibration after a windshield replacement? Continue reading
Nashville, Tenn.-based Carlex Glass America LLC announced January 18 the appointment of Don Michelotti as president and chief operating officer. Continue reading
Faraday Future, the electric-car startup once hyped as a “Tesla-killer,” was getting a second chance. Continue reading
Audi is planning a major push into the Chinese electric car market in an effort to gain an advantage over Tesla. Continue reading
A 28-year-old bus driver who was flung through the windscreen after a collision with a truck on the N12 in Westonaria, west of Johannesburg, died on the scene. Continue reading
A Madison man arrested for allegedly smashing a window of a parked car and taking items could be responsible for dozens of similar crimes since late November in the downtown area. Continue reading
Do you offer side-view mirror replacements or repair as part of your retail operation? If you do, our editors want to hear from you. Contact us at pthompson@glass.com.
Based on preliminary reports from state highway agencies, travel during November 2016 on all U.S. roads and streets in the nation changed by 4.3 percent (10.8 billion vehicle miles) resulting in estimated travel for the month at 262.2 billion vehicle-miles. Continue reading
National Windscreens has appointed John Smallman to its board of directors as it looks to drive further growth. Continue reading
An Adelaide car windscreens company and its director have been penalized almost $85,000 after exploiting seven employees, including one who was paid a flat hourly rate of just $12.50 for a period of 10 years. Continue reading
Ford just revealed updates for one of America’s most famous cars. Continue reading
A cannabis user was caught with the class B drug after he was approached in his car by police who had been concerned about his damaged windscreen. Continue reading
It was shocking and sudden: A wrench came flying at a car on Interstate 79 and smashed into the windshield. Continue reading
Police find cars with boulders thrown through car windows in Dayton. Continue reading
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Do you offer side-view mirror replacements or repair as part of your retail operation? If you do, our editors want to hear from you. Contact us at pthompson@glass.com.
A California judge has vacated a filing deadline in a class-action case in which a former Safelite technician claims the auto glass company violated federal labor law. Continue reading
Glass.com®, an information portal specifically designed to provide accurate information about glass to consumers, today announced the addition of Tiny & Sons Glass Company of Pembroke, Mass., to its growing list of affiliate companies. Continue reading
The Boyd Group Inc. today announced the January 13 opening of three collision repair centers and an active intake center in the Phoenix area Continue reading
Boyd Group Income Fund announced January 17 a cash distribution this month of $0.043 per trust unit. Continue reading
More than 200 ABRA (Auto Body Repair of America) Auto Body & Glass repair centers received certifications via the NSF Collision Repair Shop Certification Program, NSF announced January 11. Continue reading
New research from Autoglass has identified several areas of increased concern among British fleet managers for the new year. Continue reading
House members are approving a bill that would require county tax collectors to check whether Mississippians have auto insurance before renewing their license tags. Continue reading
A bus driver in China has been hailed as a hero for saving the lives of 24 passengers after being fatally injured by a piece of iron debris that smashed through the windshield. Continue reading
An assailant used what cops believe was a BB gun to blast out the windows of an NYPD patrol car while two officers sat inside early on Monday, police sources said. Continue reading
Do you offer side-view mirror replacements or repair as part of your retail operation? If you do, our editors want to hear from you. Contact us at pthompson@glass.com.
A Georgia woman recently won a $40,000 award from State Farm when the Georgia Supreme Court refused to hear an appeal by the insurance carrier. Continue reading
The new year is less than a month old, and some auto glass companies have already begun making personnel moves. Continue reading
“On January 11, 400 soldiers in the 148th Infantry Division met with their families for the soldier’s Call to Duty – an event that joins families, friends, employers and politicians together as these soldiers head to Jordan for deployment until December.”
–Mark Liston
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Porsche is working on a stunning, all-electric car that could rival Tesla down the line. Continue reading
Wyoming is one among several states that doesn’t allow Tesla to sell its cars to consumers, due to the company’s direct sales model. Continue reading
It was a crash he just couldn’t see coming. Continue reading
People in Pueblo County are dealing with the aftermath of finding car glass shattered and things missing from their cars. Continue reading
Do you offer side-view mirror replacements or repair as part of your retail operation? If you do, our editors want to hear from you. Contact us at pthompson@glass.com.
Winter Storm Jupiter has emerged as a major ice storm, sweeping across the middle of the country with the potential for widespread damage – and disrupting auto glass businesses in the Midwest. Continue reading
It’s not something any driver expects, but it has happened to hundreds of people. Drivers are reporting that for no apparent reason, their sunroofs are suddenly shattering — causing glass to rain down on them. Continue reading
Tesla Motors Inc. hired Apple Inc.’s veteran, Chris Lattner, to take charge of the Autopilot software as the vice president. Continue reading
Many drivers will agree auto insurance in Michigan is high, but the state legislature hasn’t been able to find a way to get a reform for lower costs through. But members of the state house are starting to think now is the time. Continue reading
House members are approving a bill that would require county tax collectors to check whether Mississippians have auto insurance before renewing their license tags. Continue reading
A tree fell on a taxi in a rainstorm on January 10, denting the vehicle and shattering its rear windscreen. Continue reading
A couple’s car was damaged Tuesday night when they said someone threw a brick off the Interstate 77 overpass onto Interstate 85. Continue reading
Do you offer side-view mirror replacements as part of your retail operation? If you do, our editors want to hear from you. Contact us at pthompson@glass.com.
The winter weather hitting the western United States this week has wreaked havoc on roads, bridge and communities in California and Nevada – and on the automotive glass businesses there. Continue reading
“What is a ‘flap?’”
–Bob Beranek
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National Windscreens signed a three-year sole supplier contract with Hoyer Petrolog UK, a United Kingdom-based supplier of transportation and logistics to the petroleum industry, National Windscreens announced January 12. National Windcreens will provide Hoyer’s fleet of petroleum and bitumen tankers … Continue reading
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has proposed the establishment of a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) to mandate vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communications for new light vehicles, according the Federal Register. Continue reading
All the snow on Calgary roads this winter means more sand and salt, which can lead to more cracked windshields. But the many temperature changes your car is exposed to may cause other window damage. Continue reading
Steven McCourtm, 60, was on I-4 near Altamonte Springs when a pickup truck hauling two metal beams in front of him slowed because of traffic. Continue reading
Lafayette police received nearly two dozen reports of vandalism Monday morning. Investigators said several vehicle and building windows have been broken. Continue reading
Do you offer side-view mirror replacements as part of your retail operation? If you do, our editors want to hear from you. Contact us at pthompson@glass.com.
In the two weeks since Mitchell International issued a statement announcing a re-issuance of the January NAGS benchmark and a reversion to September 2016 pricing, some shops are taking the news in stride. Continue reading
“There’s always something exciting – and, I’ll admit, a little nerve-wracking – about learning something new.”
–Phillip Thompson
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Sika will acquire an Austrian waterproofing system manufacturer, Sika said in a press release January 11. Continue reading
Safelite AutoGlass® recycled 1.76 million windshields in 2016, according to a company press release. Continue reading
Mitchell International, a technology, connectivity and information solutions provider, announced January 10 a partnership agreement with Speedy Collision to add Mitchell’s RepairCenter™ Premier solution across the network, according to a Mitchell press release. Continue reading
Gateway Grizzlies center fielder Brandon Thomas couldn’t understand why his teammates were laughing uproariously after he belted a grand slam in a Frontier League game against Joliet on Aug. 21. Continue reading
Here’s a good reminder to motorists about cleaning snow and ice off their vehicles before hitting the road. Continue reading
A potential action by the Arizona legislature has become a concern for the automotive glass industry there. Continue reading
Glass.com® has won the prestigious the American Graphic Design Award from Graphic Design USA for the design of its new website, according to a Glass.com press release dated January 10. Continue reading
Sika AG on January 10 reported a 5.6 percent increase in sales, equivalent to 5.75 billion Swiss francs ($5.67 billion USD). Continue reading
A few lucky Tesla owners will get to try out new Autopilot features this week. Continue reading
Automotive suppliers and automakers are expanding alliances to develop self-driving car technology that can serve multiple automakers, as the race to put such vehicles on the road separates companies that can go it alone from those that need help sharing the financial and technical burdens. Continue reading
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Several vehicles in a Far East Side neighborhood were damaged by gunfire early Monday morning, but police had no reports of injuries. Continue reading
When a new staffer at a Michigan automotive glass shop recently became concerned at what she thought were efforts by insurance companies to “steer” customers, she decided to do something about it. Continue reading
“One of my favorite events of the year is our leadership retreat – where our corporate executives from several departments meet with the presidents of 12 of our U.S. and European brands for three days of sharing and learning.”
–Mark Liston
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The Boyd Group Inc. announced January 9 the opening of a collision repair location in Monroe, North Carolina. Continue reading
Shares of Nippon Sheet Glass Company, Limited (TYO:5202) last traded at 866JPY ($7.61 USD), representing a move of -0.92 percent, or -8JPY ($0.07 USD)per share, on volume of 326,400 shares. Continue reading
If you’ve been following Tesla’s latest developments, you’re probably aware the company wants to achieve cross-country driverless car trips by the end of 2017. Continue reading
Tesla will be absent from this year’s Detroit auto show, again, having pulled the plug on last year’s show amid an ongoing feud with Michigan officials over the right to sell its vehicles direct to consumers. Continue reading
The auto insurance market in developed countries may decline by 70 percent due to improved technology and alternative transport, a study shows. Continue reading
Police say a 50-pound dumbbell crashed through a vehicle’s windshield on the New Jersey Turnpike, injuring a motorist. Continue reading
A string of break-ins to vehicles in a small Rowan County city have residents concerned. Continue reading
The four-day CES 2017 convention is taking place in Las Vegas with a massive array of consumer electronics – and a few innovative ideas for the automotive glass industry. Continue reading
Forklift operator Timi Jernigan hopes President-elect Donald Trump fulfills his campaign promise to bring more manufacturing jobs to the United States. Continue reading
Start-up tech company Faraday Future (FF) has unveiled its first vehicle that will go into production, the FF 91, which is set to rival other electric car manufacturers like Tesla. Continue reading
The next frontier in digital advertising may be your car’s windshield. Continue reading
The Allstate Corporation will conduct an Earnings Conference Call and webcast at 9 a.m. Eastern Time February 2 to discuss fourth quarter 2016 earnings. Continue reading
As Sally Grundy drove back to her home, Mundoo Island Station near the Coorong, the red-bellied black snake reared its head, prompting a moment of panic before Ms Grundy immediately but carefully slowed down. Continue reading
Some senior citizens at a local apartment complex say they’re being terrorized by teenagers. The residents say the teens are smashing out their car windows. Continue reading
SIKA AG has received an appeal filed by Schenker-Winkler Holding AG against a Swiss court that favored SIKA in a years-long dispute. Continue reading
“I hope everyone is having a happy and profitable 2017.”
–Bob Beranek
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Boyd Group Income Fund announced January 4 the appointment of Tim O’Day to the position of president and chief operating officer. Continue reading
Glass.com®, a web-based lead generation and information portal specifically designed to advance glass shops, has announced the addition of TechnaGlass to its growing list of affiliate companies. Continue reading
Allstate Corp. said that the mobile-device insurer that it acquired for $1.4 billion had posted five years of losses before the deal. Continue reading
There is nothing like the aftermath of Christmas Day to chill out and have fun. Apparently, it was the same mantra for a large fur seal who picked Boxing Day on December 26 to wander up a suburban street and roam around in Newstead in Tasmania, Australia. Continue reading
The NYPD wants your help identifying a man caught on video smashing windows and mirrors of a parked SUV in Brooklyn. Continue reading
New Year’s resolutions can be tricky – easy to say, hard to do – but that doesn’t stop automotive glass shop owners and managers from making them. Continue reading
Safelite AutoGlass has begun hiring for its new contact center in Rio Rancho. The company has announced it was hiring 400 phone representatives, including customer service and inbound sales positions. Continue reading
When you get behind the wheel there will be some new California laws you’ll need to know about – or be prepared to pay a ticket. Continue reading
Total production of Tesla vehicles rose 64 percent in 2016 compared to the year prior, though the company missed its delivery target for the final three months, the electric carmaker announced on Tuesday. Continue reading
Two of the nation’s top insurers plan to raise auto insurance rates in South Carolina. Continue reading
After an uncomfortably hot night, Perth is again sweltering, with the mercury already peaking at 41 degrees Celsius at lunchtime on Wednesday. Continue reading
“It was gorgeous, the sun was shining, the sky was clear, we were getting excited for the celebration that night,” said a woman who Pasco County investigators say was in a road rage incident New Year’s Eve. We aren’t revealing her name to protect her identity. Continue reading
From lawsuits to changes in the automotive glass industry, 2016 proved to be an unpredictable one. Continue reading
Porsche beige interior glare lawsuits will be settled after owners sued over cars with beige interiors that allegedly reflect a dangerous glare off the windshields. Continue reading
The president of Saint-Gobain said his company might not be responsible for the water contamination in Bennington County. Continue reading
Michael P. Nicholson was named president and chief operating officer of Brakemax Car Care Centers and Max Auto Glass, a Tucson-based retail auto service chain. Continue reading
A New Year’s Eve reveler was arrested after belly-flopping onto a Menasha Police Department squad car shortly after midnight Sunday, smashing the vehicle’s windshield, police said. Continue reading
Residents on the far west side of Indianapolis are cleaning up after vandals broke into more than a dozen cars overnight. Continue reading
The news yesterday that NAGS would be pulling back its January 2017 Benchmark pricing and reverting the pricing provided in the September 2016 update left many auto glass companies evaluating how such pricing changes would affect their businesses. Continue reading
Mitchell has issued a statement announcing its decision to re-issue the January benchmark and restore it to September 2016 parts and pricing as well as conduct a review of its NAGS pricing methodology. Continue reading
Belron Canada announced December 23 the acquisition of Speedy Collision, a network of 24 franchise collision centers located across Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario. Continue reading
Over the past few months, Tesla’s Autopilot feature has been on the receiving end of a lot of criticism. And with good reason, the company’s futuristic self-driving car technology has been involved in a number of accidents over the past year. Continue reading
A fleet of self-driving Uber cars left for Arizona last week after they were banned from California roads over safety concerns. Continue reading
From children’s summer camps to opening an Autism Diagnostic Clinic, funding from the Safelite AutoGlass® Foundation 2016 Impact Grants will lead to benefits for the central Ohio community. Continue reading
As a parting gift, OSHA has issued one of its last final rules for this administration, “Clarification of Employer’s Continuing Obligation to Make and Maintain Accurate Records of Each Recordable Injury and Illness.” Continue reading
Autoglass has revealed its top 10 list of wackiest things to damage car windscreens in 2016, including hippos and a rare meteorite shower. Continue reading
A 31-year-old man from Sacramento suffered injuries to his face early in the morning on Christmas Eve when a suspect shot through his windshield in San Francisco’s Hayes Valley, according to police. Continue reading
Millions of Americans have already begun to head for the highways to reach a holiday destination, and cities and interstates across country will provide their share of bad weather, traffic jams and unsafe conditions. But which cities are the safest … Continue reading
The Christmas season may be a time of giving and receiving, but there’s also business to take care of. Some auto glass shops will take some time off in the next week or so, but most expect the week between Christmas and New Year’s to be business as usual. Continue reading
“Modern day wire-out tools are becoming more necessary with every new vehicle introduction.”
–Bob Beranek
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Dec. 22 – The Independent Glass Association (IGA) responded today to a December 20, 2016, press release made by Rex Altree and/or the Arizona Auto Glass Association (AAGA) in which the IGA and its executive director, Gary Hart, were quoted. Continue reading
China has strong protectionism laws in place that require any automaker wanting to establish production capacity in the country to partner and share its technology with a local manufacturer – something several automakers have decided to do in order to tap into what is now the largest auto market in the world. Continue reading
Allstate went before a judge and jury to put an end to the illegal ownership, kickbacks and fraudulent operation of multiple law offices in the Los Angeles area that were owned, operated and controlled by unlicensed people posing as lawyers. Continue reading
Shares of State Auto Financial Corporation broke into a new 52-week high yesterday, hitting a peak of $27.09. Continue reading
A vehicle struck a deer and caused it to go through the windshield of another in Central, the city’s fire department reported. Continue reading
Christmas is almost here, and everyone has a list – even folks in the automotive glass industry. Continue reading
Chinese glass tycoon Cao Dewang, founder of Fuyao Glass Industry Group Co., recently grabbed headlines for his comments about the firm’s investments in the United States. Continue reading
After almost half a century of loyal service to the company, including 30 years as managing director and 42 as chairman of the board, Roland D’Ieteren will retire 1 June 2017, according to a December 19 D’Iteren press release. Continue reading
Rex P. Altree, is the Founder and CEO of Arizona’s largest, family-owned Auto Glass company, SafePro Auto Glass, and President of the Arizona Auto Glass Association (AAGA). Continue reading
Tesla Motors continues to fight for the ability to sell its electric cars directly to customers in Michigan, home of the rest of the U.S. auto industry. Continue reading
The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals has denied State Farm’s petition for review of a class certification order over its role in the election of Illinois Supreme Court Justice Lloyd Karmeier more than 12 years ago. Continue reading
Tulsa police say a 53-year-old man died after a piece of lumber flew off the back of a truck and smashed through his pickup’s windshield in midtown Tuesday morning. Continue reading
Five people said they awoke to find one their vehicle windows was broken out Friday morning. Continue reading
The owner of the world’s largest auto glass company released its trading update, which included an announcement of a $139 million USD (134 million Euro) impairment charge against that auto glass provider, Belron. Continue reading
“This is a tough piece to write because it probably won’t have a happy ending.”
–Chuck Bankoff
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The Boyd Group Income Fund announced December 16 a cash distribution for the month of December of $0.043 per trust unit, according to a company press release. Continue reading
Nick St. Denis, editor of USGNN.com™, sister site of glassBYTEs.com, has been recognized by parent company, Key Communications Inc., through its presentation of the Award for Extraordinary Service. Continue reading
Following the 2015 death of racer Justin Wilson, there’s been much talk about implementing cockpit protection in IndyCar. Continue reading
Citing a broad breakdown with the firm’s failures to supervise client and adviser information, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority Inc. on December 15 slapped a $1 million fine on Allstate Financial Services, the broker-dealer arm of insurance giant Allstate Insurance Co. Continue reading
After hitting a couple on a road in Telangana on Sunday, a man kept driving for around two km with the body of the woman on the windshield. Continue reading
A large chunk of ice flew off of a semitrailer and shattered another driver’s windshield on Monday morning on Interstate 694 near Highway 36, according to state patrol. Continue reading
At least four car windows were smashed just overnight in Fresno’s Tower District near Floradora and College. Continue reading
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Mexico’s Vitro, S.A.B. de C.V. North American glass producer, announced today that it has reached an agreement to acquire Pittsburgh Glass Works LLC (“PGW”) automotive Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) glass business from LKQ Corporation for a total consideration of about $310 million USD. Continue reading
“I got a call from my son, Marcus, last week. As you’ve read in the past, he is a soldier on the Army honor guard.”
–Mark Liston
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Webasto North America, part of the Webasto Group, a global automotive supplier and the world market leader for sunroofs/moonroofs, has donated 100 (20-lb.) holiday turkeys to the Grace Centers of Hope in Pontiac, Michigan. This can provide up to 1,000 meals for its residents. Continue reading
After many efforts to try to convince Michigan officials to allow Tesla to sell ITS cars in the state, Tesla finally had to file a lawsuit against Michigan. Continue reading
Uber is holding its ground two days after the California DMV ordered it to pull its self-driving vehicles off San Francisco streets. Continue reading
Collision repairers and policyholders might have an easier time collecting and being made whole for necessary repair procedures following court actions this year against State Farm in a bad-faith contract case. Continue reading
A St. Joseph man was seriously injured when he was ejected through the sunroof of his SUV. Continue reading
A man gave a cab driver a counterfeit $100 bill early Monday morning for his fare in the 4000 block of Chain Bridge Road and then decided he wanted it back. Continue reading
A 21-year-old Detroit man has accused Gerber Collision and Glass of racial discrimination in a Federal Civil Rights lawsuit filed in August. Continue reading
General Motors announced Thursday it is expanding testing and manufacturing of autonomous vehicle technology tied to its Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicle, in a move challenging younger upstart Tesla. Continue reading
Lucid Motors—the California automotive startup formerly known as Atieva—had previously announced its intention to build a long-range electric luxury sedan, putting it in competition with Tesla Motors.
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The policyholders who sued State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. and its in-house counsel for racketeering have cleared a major hurdle after a federal appeals court denied State Farm’s petition to block the class action. Continue reading
An off-duty Red Oak police officer driving his personal vehicle says someone threw a rock into traffic on the interstate and hit his windshield. Continue reading
The U.S. Department of Transportation issued a proposed rule December 14 that would advance the deployment of connected vehicle technologies throughout the U.S. light vehicle fleet, according to a DOT release. Continue reading
“It seems that every year about this time I write about cold weather installations.”
–Bob Beranek
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Asahi Glass is to establish a new production base for TFT-LCD glass substrates in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China, to meet expanding demand. Continue reading
No time like the present! The room block for the Auto Glass Week™ 2017 host hotel is now open. The hotel is the beautiful, AAA Four-Diamond rated Hilton West Palm Beach in Florida. Continue reading
Renewing a long-running debate on the issue, a Senate Republican on Tuesday filed a proposal that would repeal the state’s no-fault auto insurance laws. Continue reading
State Farm’s recent 5.9 percent increase in Illinois auto insurance rates was driven in part by smart car technology, the company said Wednesday. Continue reading
With only two days left on the schedule, Republican leaders have added a surprise piece of legislation to their to-do list. Continue reading
Uber announced Thursday it will be deploying new hardware called Uber Beacon in select cities, starting in Miami, Denver, Nashville and Newcastle in the UK. Continue reading
A man landed in jail Wednesday night after smashing out the back windshield of a Tehama County Sheriff Deputy’s marked patrol car. Continue reading
Gov. Rick Snyder signed legislation this week that allows operation of autonomous vehicles on Michigan roads where before only testing of these vehicles by manufacturers was permitted. Continue reading
U.K.-based National Windscreens announced December 14 the appointment of Alistair Carlton as technical manager. Continue reading
The first Chevy Bolt was delivered to a customer yesterday and, perhaps coincidentally, it’s going to a customer who lives in Tesla’s backyard. Continue reading
Allstate Insurance Company recently announced a multi-year research agreement with Stanford University’s Intelligent Systems Laboratory to learn more about connected cars and autonomous vehicles. Continue reading
A Georgia attorney has announced the Georgia Supreme Court has refused to hear State Farm’s appeal of a 2014 verdict in a breach of contract and insurance bad faith case against State Farm. Continue reading
A Henry County woman is facing charges of obstruction of a police officer and driving without brake lights after a dramatic traffic stop. Continue reading
Three cars were damaged and at least one person was injured Friday morning in Augusta when a man who couldn’t see clearly out his frosted windshield attempted to turn his 2010 Toyota Corolla left off Riverside Drive, said Sgt. Christian Behr, of the Augusta Police Department. Continue reading
A driver’s window was smashed in a suspected hate crime attack after he tried to overtake a group of motorbikes. Continue reading
Automotive glass shops across the Midwest are taking the first major Arctic blast of the season in stride – and mostly indoors. Continue reading
North Country Auto Glass and Trim is launching a new line of service. Continue reading
It’s got beautiful roads that hug the Pacific coastline, but don’t be fooled. It turns out California is actually the worst state for drivers, according to a new study. Continue reading
A former Tulsa insurance agent has been charged with embezzling more than $64,000. Continue reading
The future is here! At least it is in some of the newest cars to hit the showroom. Even if you’re not in the market for a new car, you’ll want to see this cool, new car technology. Continue reading
Between 2011 and 2014, road debris caused more than 50,000 car accidents in the United States each year, according to a report released this summer by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. Continue reading
A 17-year-old girl was critically injured Friday when the car she was driving hit metal debris on the 5 Freeway in Mission Hills, sending it through the windshield and hitting her, causing her to lose control of the car and strike three other vehicles, authorities said. Continue reading
Gunfire struck the rear window of a vehicle on Charleston’s East End and a house in the 900 block of Hazelwood Avenue, also in Charleston, overnight Sunday, according to authorities. Continue reading
A California judge has denied Hyundai’s motion to dismiss a class-action lawsuit brought against the car company for allegedly defective sunroofs. Continue reading
“Last week I wrote about walking a half-marathon in the Grand Caymans to raise money to fight cancer.” –Mark Liston Continue reading
The Boyd Group Inc. announced December 9 the opening of three collision repair centers in Florida, the company said in a press release. Continue reading
President-elect Donald Trump believes that it’s high time to address the tech industry, as he has rolled out invites to the top leadership of tech companies for Wednesday’s Tech summit. Continue reading
BMW will introduce a fully autonomous vehicle in 2021, building on the technologies of the current 7 and 5 Series vehicles that now offer semi-autonomous driving features. Continue reading
The US Department of Transportation has said it will press the car industry to accelerate the pace of replacements for defective Takata air bag inflators and signaled a likely widening of the industry’s largest ever recall. Continue reading
Geico plans to raise its car insurance rates for 192,698 Illinois policyholders next year by an average of 3.5 percent, according to state records. Continue reading
A paddle turned into a projectile when it went flying into an SUV’s front windshield along Alligator Alley, narrowly missing the driver Friday. Continue reading
A skillful Israeli driver managed to weave his wave through a hail of rocks but was unable to avoid them all late Thursday night while driving on the southern outskirts of Jerusalem. Continue reading
Check out the latest AGGR newscast for November-December for the dates and location of Auto Glass Week 2017 as well as an annual tradition.
The life of a predator can be fraught. Expend too much energy on hunting your prey and even success can be costly. Saint-Gobain, a French maker of glass and other building materials, might be learning that lesson. Continue reading
The number of workers at Tesla’s giant battery factory in northern Nevada has only reached about one-fifth the level the electric car company had projected would be in place by the end of this year. Continue reading
Hot on the heels of the success of Auto Glass Week™ 2016 in San Antonio, show organizers have released the dates and location of the 2017 event. Continue reading
Autoglass has appointed Tim Camm as technical training manager. Continue reading
The Minnesota Supreme Court today overturned a state’s Court of Appeals decision that had left some people who moved here without auto insurance coverage. Continue reading
Barely four months after a crane hook fell on a car killing its driver along Jalan Raja Chulan, a 21cm-long metal rod smashed the rear windshield of a car on the same stretch of road. Continue reading
Columbia police are investigating five reports of cars being broken into at three gyms across town. Continue reading
State Farm Insurance and Bloomberg Government have released the results of a survey
designed to gauge public attitudes about driverless cars. Continue reading
“When I started in the auto glass replacement business, 90 percent of our work was completed through mobile installations.”
–Bob Beranek
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Precision’s relaunched website is now live, allowing users to order online, view past order history and check price and availability in real-time. The site is now optimized for mobile devices and features a new Tech Center with links to tech-tips and DIY videos. Continue reading
Tesla has decided that it can make its own glass. Will it be safe? Continue reading
Asahi Glass is moving forward with the acquisition of a Thai plastics maker owned by Belgian chemical giant Solvay, as the Japanese company eyes stronger demand fueled by Asian infrastructure spending. Continue reading
National Windscreens has cut its drive away time after windscreen replacement to 30 minutes with the help of a Thatcham-approved adhesive. Continue reading
State Auto President announced December 7 the appointment of Suzanne M. Sinclair as Senior Vice President/Chief People Officer, effective January 3, 2017. Continue reading
Lois A. Wholey filed a complaint October 27 in the Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County against State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, alleging that the insurer improperly failed to pay her enough for injuries. Continue reading
If your ideal car of the future is one that lets you enjoy a spot of gardening while on the move, this is a concept you’ll like. Continue reading
Kiersta Hazlett was driving her young daughter to school along Highway 400 when something came crashing into her sunroof. Continue reading
Homeowners in the Gatlinburg neighborhood of Pflugerville are busy calling window repair companies after someone shot out their car windows overnight. Continue reading
Energi Inc. announced December 6 the launch of the eGlass Program, which will be administered by Safelite Solutions, according to an Energi press release. Continue reading
While it was widely reported that Tesla received $1.3 billion in incentives from the state of Nevada to build its factory east of Reno, the automaker has only received a fraction of that amount so far and it is gradually unlocking portions of it as it reaches job and investment requirements under the agreement. Continue reading
The job search website Glassdoor named Saint-Gobain as one of the “Best Employers in France,” Saint-Gobain announced December 6 in a press release. Continue reading
The Allstate Corporation announced December 6 John Dugenske will join Allstate as executive vice president and chief investment officer in early 2017. Continue reading
Navdy, the Silicon Valley startup that began selling its $799 futuristic heads-up digital display for cars less than two months ago, has been propelled into the automotive big leagues. Continue reading
Tesla’s Model X “Big Sky” windshield continues to grab media and consumer attention due to its unique design and gorgeous aesthetics. But beyond having world-class engineering, Model X’s panoramic windshield provides an intimate experience allowing driver and passengers to intersect with nature like never-before-seen. Continue reading
A Johannesburg woman is still in shock after a taxi driver broke her car’s windscreen and mirror in a road rage attack on Monday. Continue reading
Road travel in the United States continued a four-year upward trend in miles driven, according to the latest traffic volume report released by the Department of Transportation (DOT). Continue reading
“I wasn’t always a marketing genius, and I’ve been known to seek out the advice of others. Generally I’ve found that to be a good policy.”
–Chuck Bankoff
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Saint-Gobain announced December 6 its acquisition of Romanian company Pietta Glass Working, which has operations in glass processing, insulating glazing systems and automotive glass, according to a company press release. Continue reading
It’s been a tough five months for David Walwer. The owner of Virginia Auto Glass in Petersburg was excited back in July when he won a bid to do work for the Petersburg Courts. Continue reading
In a new survey of hundreds of startup founders, 23 percent said they admired Tesla and SpaceX head Elon Musk more than any other tech leader. Continue reading
Electric-vehicle sales have jumped in 2016, with InsideEVs reporting that U.S. sales were up 30.7 percent through October to 120,517 units, and worldwide sales were up 30.1 percent to 518,440 units. Continue reading
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released proposed guidelines November 23 to address driver distraction caused by mobile and other electronic devices in vehicles. Continue reading
The first webinar dedicated specifically to lead generation for the glass industries has been set for Tuesday, December 13, 12:00 PM Eastern. This sponsored webinar is open to all glass professionals; however, spots are limited. Continue reading
Electric car maker Lucid Motors said Nov. 29 it will build a manufacturing plant in Arizona that will begin production in 2018 as it looks to compete in the fast-growing market for luxury electric vehicles. Continue reading
A Miami man was issued multiple expired parking meter tickets over a four-day period without any of the parking officers noticing that he was sitting in the driver’s seat–also expired. Continue reading
On a chilly winter day, it can feel painstakingly slow taking the time to scrape all the ice and snow off your car before heading to work. Continue reading
The Arizona Attorney General has imposed a six-year ban from telephone solicitations on an Arizona automotive glass company for making illegal telemarketing calls. Continue reading
“I completed a half-marathon in Grand Cayman on Sunday.”
–Mark Liston
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Safelite AutoGlass® has earned the 2017 Military Friendly® Employer designation by Victory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs®, STEM JobsSM, and Military Spouse. Continue reading
Apple has revealed it is investing heavily in autonomous vehicles in a letter asking the government to make it easier to develop self-driving cars. Continue reading
Chevrolet’s Australian-designed pure-electric hatchback will see General Motors lose up to $9,000 on every car it builds, according to a new report. Continue reading
The Tesla Model X has a massive windshield. That windshield, which has often been criticized for distorting vision and for allowing too much sunshine (heat) in, has some significant upsides when you tour a national park such as Yosemite. Continue reading
The Legislature in 2017 is expected to again tackle an age-old problem: uninsured motorists on Mississippi roads. Continue reading
Nearly every day, most drivers look past something that protects us and makes life better — the automotive windshield. Continue reading
Police are investigating after a driver said he crashed into a barrier in front of the Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office because his windows were fogged up. Continue reading
A U.S. District Court judge has dismissed former Safelite technician’s claim of federal labor law violations in a class-action suit filed last year. Continue reading
Nippon Sheet Glass Co. Ltd., known as the NSG Group, released December 1 its interim report to shareholders for the period ending September 30. Continue reading
Nationwide Windscreen Services announced December 1 that it will expand its Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) fixed-site capability. Continue reading
When Harold “Hesh” Giller and Herbie Chandler were growing up in West Lynn during the 1930s it’s hard to imagine either of them knew their lifelong friendship and business acumen would become their legacy of New Angle Glass Co., opened in 1946 and still flourishing after 70 years. Continue reading
Exotic car ownership is a bit of an experiential mixed bag. Continue reading
Allstate Corporation traded on unusually high volume on Nov. 30, as the stock gained 0.42 percent to close at $69.92. Continue reading
A female driver had a lucky escape after a bizarre incident in St. John’s Thursday afternoon. Continue reading
Two teenagers from Peterborough, Ont., have been charged after rocks thrown from a highway overpass smashed through windshields in the same area where police say a local boy was fatally struck while throwing snowballs in a similar incident a decade ago. Continue reading
Mercedes Benz USA “strongly recommends” using its glass for windshield replacements in a new position statement. Continue reading
“While conducting a training course recently, I covered the proper steps for prepping a pinchweld after a collision repair.”
–Bob Beranek
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The Ohio Board of Motor Vehicle Repair recently enacted two rules affecting automotive glass businesses in the state. Continue reading
Electric carmaker Tesla on Wednesday won permission to open a second retail store in Virginia, a decision that the state’s auto dealers are expected to contest in court. Continue reading
Allstate Insurance has agreed to pay $600,000 to settle a consumer protection lawsuit alleging that its car insurance television ads failed to properly disclose that the “Accident Forgiveness” benefit featured prominently in the ads isn’t available in California. Continue reading
This lizard is not letting go. The creature hung on to this windshield as the car belonging to it sped down a highway at more than 80 miles per hour. Continue reading
A trip to a hardware store nearly ended up being a trip to a hospital for a Lively family this week, when debris from a highway overpass spanning Main Street smashed the sunroof of their vehicle. Continue reading
Attorneys for Geico and a Florida automotive glass company have requested extensions to allow for more discovery in a class-action suit that alleges the insurance company underpaid VIP Auto Glass. Continue reading
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is asking the federal court in Dayton to order Fuyao Glass America Inc. to provide documents in a case against the company. Continue reading
The founding family of Swiss specialty chemicals group Sika has filed an appeal against a court ruling last month that upheld the tactics of Sika management to halt the planned sale of the clan’s stake to Saint-Gobain. Continue reading
Elon Musk has said that Tesla will begin to roll out its ‘Enhanced Autopilot’ updates before Christmas, making vehicles with the latest hardware ready for full automation. Continue reading
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a public meeting to seek input on sections of the recently released Federal Automated Vehicles Policy (the Policy). Continue reading
Certain childhood cautionary tales stick with us all our lives. Continue reading
What would you do if you were driving down the motorway and a passing bird swooped down and dropped a snake on your windshield? Continue reading
“We’re booked, and we’ve got bookings on top of those bookings,” said Dan Teach, manager of Safelite AutoGlass on South Tacoma Way. Continue reading
Be sure and check out the new poll on glassBYTES.com (see right-hand column) and let your vote count!
A federal judge recently issued a preliminary injunction stopping the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Overtime Rule from taking effect nationwide on December 1.
Saint-Gobain’s board of directors recently created the position of lead independent director. Continue reading
Tesla’s acquisition of SolarCity officially closed Monday morning, bringing together Elon Musk’s electric vehicle company with the solar energy company founded by his cousins Lyndon and Peter Rive. Continue reading
The Allstate Corporation has agreed to acquire SquareTrade, a consumer protection plan provider that distributes through many of America’s major retailers. Continue reading
Change is the only constant. That’s the reality of today and I find it hugely exciting. Continue reading
Ah justice, you are sweet. Continue reading
A driver was critically injured Friday when he was hurled through the windshield after losing control of his car while speeding in the South Bay area. Continue reading
LKQ Corp. announced November 28 that it has entered into an agreement to acquire an equity interest in Mekonomen AB from Axel Johnson AB. Continue reading
“I hope you had a great Thanksgiving. MK and I had a chance to spend time with grandkids. It just doesn’t get better.”
–Mark Liston
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The first webinar dedicated specifically to lead generation for the glass industries has been set for Tuesday, December 13, 12:00 PM Eastern. Continue reading
Safelite AutoGlass has selected Horizon Media, the largest and fastest growing media services agency in the world, to lead media planning and activation across all channels for the brand in the U.S., including online and offline media, search engine optimization, and search engine marketing. Continue reading
The all-new Alfa Romeo Giulia has set a lap record of the Silverstone circuit with an epic twist – the car’s windows were completely blacked out. Continue reading
It started as an everyday lawsuit by some policyholders unhappy with their insurance company for choosing cheap repair parts. Continue reading
Consumers are being warned to take extra care not to draw attention to their vehicles from thieves. Continue reading
A court has ordered insurance company State Farm to repay California policyholders millions of dollars in a case that stems from a petition filed by the Consumer Federation of California (CFC) questioning the company’s decision to raise rates in July 2015. Continue reading
Car break-ins happen year-round, but during the holidays, there can be more to lose. Continue reading
Auto maker Porsche has reached a settlement for an undisclosed sum with plaintiffs in a case that accused the company of a “windshield glare” defect in some of its vehicles. In court documents dated September 15, plaintiffs Alyce Rubinfeld and … Continue reading
Third-party recalibration solutions could leave drivers with unsafe vehicles after a windshield replacement – that was the message delivered at a conference in the United Kingdom November 17. Continue reading
Fuyao Glass America’s new president has been hired to “stop the bleeding” at the auto glass manufacturer, but the company’s top executive said he won’t include job cuts in his plans to reach profitability. Continue reading
“We do the online marketing for a lot of businesses so we get an unusual view of what’s actually going on.”
–Chuck Bankoff
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The United Kingdom’s largest independent windshield repair and replacement company added a business development manager November 21. Continue reading
U.S. consumers effectively overpaid for auto insurance coverage by a stunning $101 billion in the last five years, a new study by insurance analytics company ValChoice has found. Continue reading
Allstate Corp. hit a new 52-week high during mid-day trading on Monday following a dividend announcement from the company. Continue reading
Sick of getting temporarily blinded by drivers using their high-beam headlights at night, more and more Chinese are equipping the rear windows of their cars with scary reflective decals featuring ghosts, vampires or monsters. Continue reading
Police on Sunday responded to six incidents in which people reported their car windows had been vandalized. Continue reading
Nissan has until next month to respond to a class-action suit accusing the company of manufacturing defective sunroofs, a judge has ordered. Continue reading
The Allstate Corporation has posted its common and preferred dividends for the 2016 third quarter. Continue reading
“My daughter, Jae’s, birthday is this week – Thanksgiving week.”
–Mark Liston
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Late Friday night, Tesla released a second video demonstration of its new self-driving platform and this time, it included real-time feeds of what ‘Tesla Vision’, the automaker’s end-to-end image processing system, can see from the cameras. Continue reading
Albion and Carlton firefighters are at the scene of car that was badly damaged when a branch snapped and fell on the vehicle while it was moving on Kenyonville Rd. Continue reading
A group of teens in a stolen vehicle in Halifax fled a traffic stop Friday night and threw fire extinguishers as they tried to get away from police minutes before colliding with a bus. Continue reading
Fuyao Glass America Inc. has parted ways with its senior management team. Continue reading
Shareholders of Tesla Motors Inc. and SolarCity Corp. approved Tesla’s $2.1 billion all-stock offer to merge and create one company headed by Elon Musk that would sell emissions-free cars and solar panels that help power them. Continue reading
Legislation, or the lack thereof, can often deter innovation—but Michigan’s newest package of legislation is designed to roll requirements along with the speed of innovation, reflecting the importance of the auto industry to the state. Continue reading
A Colorado Springs man has earned the nickname “Windshield Poet” for going from car to car, leaving behind a simple message. Continue reading
A combination of intoxication and frustration led to Daryl Bradbury smashing the windows of a police car before he was found hiding in a bush, a court has heard. Continue reading
As the issue of recalibration of automotive glass following replacement moves to the forefront of the automotive glass industry, so does one central question: who pays for it? Continue reading
South Korea’s building materials maker KCC will be able to strengthen its presence in the housing construction market after adding Sambu Construction Industrial Co., profit-making subsidiary of Sambu Construction Co. under court reorganization program. Continue reading
If you’ve ever had a problem with your car’s windshield, chances are that someone from Safelite AutoGlass repaired or replaced it. Continue reading
Vivien Dardel has been appointed Head of Financial Communication and Investor Relations of Saint-Gobain Group, effective March 1, 2017, according to a November 15 press release. Continue reading
Every year, Motor Trend gives the Car of the Year award to different vehicles. Continue reading
Despite some well-publicized mishaps this year, the Tesla Model S has snagged the coveted distinction of being the “Most Loved Model” in the United States for a second time in three years. Continue reading
As she drove on South Alex Road in West Carrollton with her 2-year-old daughter, Sara Holtzman of Centerville was given a dangerous scare when a brick hit the front of her car. Continue reading
Stones were reportedly used to smash car windows in Dartford. Police are appealing for information to find out how many cars were targeted and who was behind the vandalism. Continue reading
A judge has established the timeline for the discovery phase of the suit filed against Safelite Group, Inc. by Richard Campfield and Ultrabond. Continue reading
A new contract with Siemens means that glassmaker Pilkington are set to save approximately £2 million (USD $2.48 milliion) at two of their manufacturing sites in St Helens over the next five years. Continue reading
Robert Heaton is hoping to land a job with Fuyao. To say he’d be excited if he got a position is an understatement. Continue reading
Jaguar has unveiled its first fully electric vehicle, marking a “revolutionary” step forward for the luxury car maker. Continue reading
Tickets for it are rare, but it’s technically against New Jersey law to attach a GPS device to a car’s windshield. Continue reading
It’s been a relatively mild fall, but it’s been a busy time for insurance claims adjusters following some recent storms in Central Illinois and along the East Coast. Continue reading
Allstate concealed that the expansion of its car insurance business significantly reduced its profit margin, keeping its share price artificially high while its CEO sold $33 million in stock, a securities class action claims. Continue reading
A near head on, along Nimbin Rd at Koonorigan on Sunday was caused by a spider running along the windscreen. Continue reading
A Florida woman’s peaceful drive home Friday nearly turned into a harrowing ordeal when her windshield shattered and she was covered in broken glass. Continue reading
Sunday residents in north and south St. Louis, Northwoods, Ferguson, and Pine Lawn awoke to find car windows were shot out overnight. Continue reading
A California judge has set a schedule for hearings on a class-action lawsuit against BMW that accuses the car maker of manufacturing defective sunroofs. Continue reading
Companies like Sika and LafargeHolcim want to be a part of US President Elect Donald Trump’s plans to rebuild crumbling roads, bridges, tunnels and airports infrastructure. Continue reading
With winter creeping closer, police will be paying closer attention to vehicle defects. Continue reading
“In just a few short days we go from leadership at its best (the World Series) to some very questionable leadership at all levels following the presidential election.”
–Mark Liston
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Jessica Matkin still squirms when she thinks of the moment a snake slithered from under the hood of her truck while driving to work. Continue reading
A woman was taken to the hospital to be treated after a passing vehicle threw a rock at her car that caused glass to shatter into her eye. Continue reading
Neighbors are working with Glendale police to solve the case. Continue reading
Six complaint inspections by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration have resulted in nearly $227,000 in fines for the Fuyao Glass America Inc. facility in Moraine, Ohio. Continue reading
The AGC Asahi Glass Co., Ltd., announced November 10 a reorganization that will result in the abolition of one of its companies and the creation of two new ones. Continue reading
Automotive glass manufacturer Carlex is investing 25 million euros ($27.2 million USD) in a new production line at its Grevenmacher plant. Continue reading
In J.D. Power’s latest U.S. Auto Claims Satisfaction Study, The Hartford ranks highest, with Erie Insurance second, followed by Auto-Owners Insurance, American Family, Amica Mutual and Nationwide. Continue reading
It’s been almost a week since a devastating hail storm hit the Borderland and many people are still dealing with the damage left behind. Continue reading
Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP announced November 10 a class action has been commenced by an institutional investor on behalf of purchasers of The Allstate Corporation common stock during the period between October 30, 2014 and August 3, 2015. Continue reading
A Colorado driver says the sunroof on her SUV exploded unexpectedly while she was driving last month. Continue reading
A local man charged with attempted murder in a car shooting last week will remain in jail on $100,000 cash bail. Continue reading
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The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will look for public feedback on proposed guidance to protect vehicles from malicious cyber-attacks and unauthorized access. Continue reading
“A friend in the industry recently sent me an email concerning a 2011 Mercedes Benz E350 convertible (FW03303GTY).”
–Bob Beranek
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A couple of weeks ago, I wrote about Tesla’s claim that its Autopilot driver-assistance software is safer than a human driver. Continue reading
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. raised its position in W.W. Grainger Inc. by 41 percent during the second quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. Continue reading
Michael French’s drive to work was a hoot in more ways than one. He was heading to work about sunrise Sunday in Michigan City when an owl shattered his windshield on Interstate 94. Then, just a few miles farther, he quite possibly saved the life of a woman from a burning car. Continue reading
Vandals smashed the windows of at least 10 cars and houses at the weekend. Continue reading
Be sure and check out the new poll on glassBYTES.com (see right-hand column)and let your vote count!
A New Jersey man has filed a lawsuit against Nissan North America, claiming the vehicle maker’s sunroofs are defective. Continue reading
The Boyd Group reported November 9 financial results for periods ending September 30. Continue reading
Problems Issues with Tesla’s self-driving software that were linked to the death of a driver this year would not block the development of autonomous vehicles, Carlos Ghosn, the chief executive of Renault-Nissan, said Tuesday. Continue reading
A father and son have been sentenced to jail after pleading no contest to auto insurance fraud. Continue reading
New cars have many more safety features than models from even four or five years ago, but those slick new devices won’t get you much of a break on the price of your auto insurance. Continue reading
One person died when the wheel of a trailer detached and crashed through a car’s windshield Tuesday morning in West Dallas. Continue reading
Vehicles parked on the street in some of East London’s leafy suburbs have been targeted by vandals who went on a spree of shattering windscreens and windows with bricks and golf clubs. Continue reading
News abounds in the automotive glass industry as two companies made significant acquisitions. Continue reading
A bill introduced to the Ohio state legislature could ban privately owned autonomous vehicles from most state roadways if passed in its present form. Continue reading
In July 2016 Thatcham Research issued a voluntary code of practice on the recalibration of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) during the replacement or refit of windscreens. Continue reading
Watching bullets bounce off an armored vehicle during a high-octane action movie is one thing – but creating that same scenario in quiet little Centerville is another. Continue reading
AutoGlassExpert announced today an expansion of its automotive glass business in India, according to a company press release. Continue reading
Yep, there are a few things you can do to help yourself … ”
–Chuck Bankoff
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A Washington service member deployed overseas called KING 5 for help after dealing with what he described as a several month’s long fiasco with his Hyundai Genesis. Continue reading
Members of a local family say they are lucky to be alive after a car-wash part fell on their vehicle and nearly crushed them. Continue reading
It was a rude awakening for dozens of vehicle and home owners over the weekend in Massillon, Beach City and Brewster as folks discovered windows shattered or damaged by BB guns, according to police. Continue reading
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a public meeting for November to gain input on the department’s federal policy on automated vehicles. Continue reading
“Believe it or not, the Chicago Cubs won the World Series last week.”
–Mark Liston
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Just a few days after confirmation of the “Tesla Glass” tech group within the company, Tesla has quietly changed the Model S design studio, adding an all-glass roof option for the Model S. Continue reading
There’s a whole world of hazards out there for auto windshields. Continue reading
Texas Insurance Commissioner David Mattax has approved rate changes for private passenger and commercial automobile insurance provided through the Texas Automobile Insurance Plan Association (TAIPA), which is the state’s assigned risk plan. Continue reading
Teenagers are hurling themselves at car windscreens and smashing them in a craze known as “body slamming.” Continue reading
An Arkansas man died after a deer was struck by another vehicle and the animal went through his windshield on a state highway in northwest Poinsett County on Friday morning, authorities said. Continue reading
Gunnar Quinn didn’t realize his SUV had its window shattered as part of a recent crime spree until hours after it happened. Continue reading
With all the recent attention on Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS), one basic safety feature – headlights – seems to be coming up short. Continue reading
The Canadian transportation department has issued a recall for more than 13,000 Mitsubishi vehicles due to possible windshield wiper defects. Continue reading
New registrations of commercial vehicles in five Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 4-8 classes are down this year, according to new research presented during the annual Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas. Continue reading
Saint-Gobain announced its acquisition of an Italian manufacturer of automotive adhesive tape. Continue reading
Americans love highway driving. Continue reading
A Swiss court sided with Swiss specialty chemical company SIKA AG’s management Friday in a dispute with its founders, who want to sell their shares to French rival Saint-Gobain SA. Continue reading
An Illinois judge has granted State Farm a stay in the class action lawsuit brought against it by more than 5 million customers. Continue reading
California’s Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) released October 26 “final approved” language on its windshield replacement standards. Continue reading
The Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation (DBR) will hold a hearing in November to consider comments on proposed amendments to a law regulating motor vehicle glass installation in the state. Continue reading
The Department of Transportation recently awarded DOT numbers to three international automotive glass companies. Continue reading
A Florida automotive glass company has leveled a class-action lawsuit at Geico General Insurance Co., claiming the insurance company short-changed the repair shop. Continue reading
Hyundai Motor America is recalling about 63,000 late-model Sonata vehicles equipped with panoramic sunroofs. Continue reading
A U.S. District Court judge ruled September 30 on a motion made by Safelite Group, Inc., to dismiss a case brought against the company by Ultra Bond, Inc., giving partial victories to each side and a case that will move forward in part. Continue reading
Plaintiffs in a class-action lawsuit brought against Ford Motor Co. for defective panoramic sunroofs have withdrawn their allegations. Continue reading
Motorists took to the roads in numbers greater than last year, according to a recently released report from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Continue reading
The damage from Hurricane Matthew is still being assessed and cleaned up and insurance claims are being filed, but many local glass companies haven’t seen a spike in automotive glass claims. Continue reading
The AGSC AGRSS Standard may be changing. Continue reading
Plaintiffs in a class-action suit against State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. responded October 10 to a request by the insurance company for a stay to have the case reviewed. Continue reading
“Nobody likes change, but it’s the one thing you have to do if you want to survive.” Continue reading
Auto Glass Week came to end in grand fashion with competition winners and a Texas BBQ. Plus, we spoke with sponsors, judges and attendees. Continue reading
America is no longer a melting pot–it’s a salad bowl. Continue reading
If you had to boil the secrets down to a simple adage, it may be this: Have a plan and execute it. That was the essence of the presentation, “How to Succeed Without Size (Yet)” delivered by two successful automotive … Continue reading
The National Windshield Repair Association (NWRA) Break Identification Standard (BIS) Committee met yesterday in San Antonio, to review and discuss public comments and draft language to the proposed ANSI/NWRA/BIS 001-2016 Standard. The committee approved the minutes of its last meeting … Continue reading
A combination of taking care of his employees and a strong focus on customers has made Auto Windscreens one of the leading automotive glass companies in the United Kingdom. Speaking at a presentation titled “Focus on Your Strategy” October 6 … Continue reading
One significant trend in automotive glass is the one that may result from a joint venture between Saint-Gobain Sekurit and Corning Inc. The two companies are teaming up to determine the feasibility of mass producing Corning’s Gorilla Glass®, a chemically … Continue reading
Gorilla Glass is developed through a two-step proprietary process. The first is a fusion forming process that makes the glass; the second is a chemical strengthening process called an ion exchange. This process gives the glass a lighter weight and … Continue reading
The challenges presented to the automotive glass industry by the advent of Advance Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)—not to mention the potential culture change—are being felt at nearly every aspect of Auto Glass Week™ in San Antonio. Nowhere was that more … Continue reading
Customers of State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. brought a class-action suit against the insurance company, claiming it helped elect a judge and block a billion-dollar award against State Farm. Continue reading
Ford is issuing a safety recall for approximately 900 2014 Ford Transit Connect vehicles to reinstall panoramic roofs, according to the automaker. Continue reading
The automotive glass industry reaction to an effort by the Michigan legislature to regulate the industry in the state has been one of skepticism. Continue reading
A defendant in an ongoing court case against GlasWeld has filed a new motion claiming the company makes “ … new statements which serve to be profoundly damning to their allegations of patent infringement” and asks the court to dismiss the case. Continue reading
The Michigan House of Representatives is considering legislation requiring automotive glass companies in the state to be registered and regulated. Continue reading
Some glass retailers are viewing the recent Mitchell International’s National Auto Glass Specifications Inc. (NAGS) price changes as business as usual. Continue reading
Ford Motor Co. is the subject of a class-action lawsuit resulting from alleged defects in the sunroofs of some vehicle models. Continue reading
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has released its federal policy for automated vehicles. Continue reading
It could have been worse—that’s one consensus among New Yorkers regarding the explosion that rocked Manhattan’s Chelsea neighborhood Saturday, where the bomb blew out windows and damaged cars. And at least one driver witnessed firsthand the power of the blast when his backlite was blown out. Continue reading
This video shows the moment a police officer smashes a car windscreen after a driver refuses to get out of his vehicle. Captured on a mobile phone by a man inside the car, the video has gone viral on Twitter and other social network. Continue reading
The Department of Transportation recently awarded DOT numbers to four automotive glass companies. Continue reading