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Saint-Gobain Reports 7.6 Percent Sales Increase in First Quarter
Saint-Gobain reported an improvement in volumes which increased 6.0 percent, with a positive calendar impact averaging around 3 percent, according to the company’s financial report for the first quarter of 2017. The report also notes a currency impact of 0.4 … Continue reading
Auto Windscreens Celebrates Success at Modern Claims Awards
Auto Windscreens was the recipient of the Client Care Award at the Doctors Chambers Modern Claims Awards 2017, hosted by Modern Claims Magazine. The ceremony took place at New Dock Hall in Leeds on April 27, where the company was … Continue reading
‘We are swamped’: Thunder Bay Windshield Repair Shops Busy After Ice Storm
‘We are swamped’: Thunder Bay Windshield Repair Shops Busy After Ice Storm
Startup Auto Insurer Root Hires CFO From Stalwart State Auto
Startup Auto Insurer Root Hires CFO From Stalwart State Auto
The Public Is Becoming More Skeptical Of Self-Driving Cars, Says One Study
The Public Is Becoming More Skeptical Of Self-Driving Cars, Says One Study
LKQ Corporation Reports 21.9 Percent Revenue Growth in First Quarter
LKQ Corporation reported record revenue growth of $2.34 billion in its financial results for the first quarter of 2017. This is an increase of 21.9 percent, in contrast to the first quarter of 2016, where the company made $1.92 billion. … Continue reading
Saint-Gobain Autover USA Returns as Sponsor of Auto Glass Week™
Saint-Gobain Autover USA will return as a Cobalt sponsor of Auto Glass Week™. The three-day international event will feature automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an exhibition floor. Auto Glass Week 2017 will be held October 4-6 … Continue reading
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UAW Plans Sunday Meeting for Fuyao Workers
UAW Plans Sunday Meeting for Fuyao Workers
Sika Establishes 98th National Subsidiary in Senegal
Sika Establishes 98th National Subsidiary in Senegal
Dwyer Group Announces 2017 Women in the Trades Scholarship Recipients
The Women in the Trades (WITT) program, launched by Dina Dwyer-Owens and The Dwyer Group, Inc., has announced three more women as the latest recipients for the 2017 Women in the Trades Scholarship for the upcoming fall semester. Each will … Continue reading
The Best-Selling Vehicle in Every US State
The Best-Selling Vehicle in Every US State
Motorist Alleges State Farm Failed to Provide Benefits After Collision
Motorist Alleges State Farm Failed to Provide Benefits After Collision
AutoNation’s CEO Hints New Cars Overrun With Fancy Technology Will Save the Auto Industry in 2017
AutoNation’s CEO Hints New Cars Overrun With Fancy Technology Will Save the Auto Industry in 2017
Assignment of Benefits Abuse Driving Up Cost of Home, Car Insurance in Florida
Assignment of Benefits Abuse Driving Up Cost of Home, Car Insurance in Florida
Will Virginia Soon Be the Capital of Driverless Cars?
Will Virginia Soon Be the Capital of Driverless Cars?
Waymo Launches Early Rider Program, Expands Self-Driving Fleet With Fiat Chrysler
Waymo Launches Early Rider Program, Expands Self-Driving Fleet With Fiat Chrysler
Ohio State University Leads a Nationwide Initiative to Stop Distracted Driving
Ohio State University Leads a Nationwide Initiative to Stop Distracted Driving
Car Windshield Stays in Place After Being Dragged by Truck
The windshield of a Nissan Maxima broke yet remained in place as the vehicle was dragged for more than half a mile by a truck along 15 Freeway in Los Angeles County on April 19th. In the video, the truck … Continue reading
Auto Glass Week™ 2017 Welcomes Back Guangdong Pustar Adhesives & Sealants Co., ltd
Guangdong pustar adhesives & sealants co., ltd is back this year as a Copper sponsor of Auto Glass Week™. Taking center stage during the three-day international event is the automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an exhibition … Continue reading
Glass Industry Hit by Sluggish Demand, Uncontrolled Imports
Glass Industry Hit by Sluggish Demand, Uncontrolled Imports
Michigan Automobile Insurance Placement Facility Names Mark Wagenschutz as Executive Director
Michigan Automobile Insurance Placement Facility Names Mark Wagenschutz as Executive Director
Use of Lawyers to Fight Insurers Shows ‘Failure’ in Auto Insurance System, Report Says
Use of Lawyers to Fight Insurers Shows ‘Failure’ in Auto Insurance System, Report Says
Bosch Uses Shanghai Motor Show to Launch Automated Driving Initiative in China
Bosch Uses Shanghai Motor Show to Launch Automated Driving Initiative in China
JN Phillips Auto Glass Expands Services in New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont Markets
JN Phillips Auto Glass, a New England-owned company and provider of auto glass services to New England drivers and businesses, announced a major investment initiative for servicing auto glass customers across Northern New England, including New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont. … Continue reading
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Compassion
“Last Thursday I attended an event that brought tears to everyone’s eyes. An event that proves that great leaders need to have compassion.” -Mark Liston Continue reading
New Bill Would Lower Detroit Auto Insurance, but Could Raise it in Rest of State
New Bill Would Lower Detroit Auto Insurance, but Could Raise it in Rest of State
Geico Plans 4.4% Rate Hike in Illinois
Geico Plans 4.4% Rate Hike in Illinois
Apple Self-Driving Car Testing Plan Gives Clues to Tech Program
Apple Self-Driving Car Testing Plan Gives Clues to Tech Program
Deer Crashes Through Windshield, Ends Up in Back Seat
Deer Crashes Through Windshield, Ends Up in Back Seat
Uniban Canada Acquires Go! Glass and Accessories
Uniban Canada announced its acquisition of the Go! Glass & Accessories banner, mainly located in Southwestern Ontario and in the Maritime Provinces. Franchisor of the UniglassPlus, VitroPlus, and Ziebart brands in Canada, Uniban Canada now adds 15 experienced franchisees to … Continue reading
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Meritool LLC Returns as a Sponsor of Auto Glass Week™
Meritool LLC will return as a Cobalt sponsor of Auto Glass Week™. The three-day international event will feature automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an exhibition floor. Auto Glass Week 2017 will be held October 4-6 at … Continue reading
Fuyao Glass America to Raise Workers’ Wages
Fuyao Glass America to Raise Workers’ Wages
Texas Legislative Issues/News: Ending State Auto Inspection
Texas Legislative Issues/News: Ending State Auto Inspection
Autonomous Technology & Public Transportation: A Marriage Made in Heaven?
Autonomous Technology & Public Transportation: A Marriage Made in Heaven?
State Auto Financial Reports Impact of Storm Activity
State Auto Financial Reports Impact of Storm Activity
Bill Introduced in Massachusetts Would Add Auto Glass to Service Contract Definition
A Massachusetts bill has been introduced in both the House and Senate there that would amend the definition of service contract to include windshield repair and replacement service. If passed, windshield repair and replacement would then have to adhere to … Continue reading
New Vehicles in Germany Brake Automatically During Emergency: Bosch
New Vehicles in Germany Brake Automatically During Emergency: Bosch
Ontario’s Auto Insurance System ‘One of the Least Effective’ in Canada, Report Finds
Ontario’s Auto Insurance System ‘One of the Least Effective’ in Canada, Report Finds
VW Recalls 2,340 Audi Q5 SUVs in Russia Over Sunroof Water Problems: Standards Agency
VW Recalls 2,340 Audi Q5 SUVs in Russia Over Sunroof Water Problems: Standards Agency
Automated Vehicle Startup Peloton Raises $60 Million to Improve the Efficiency of Truck Convoys
Automated Vehicle Startup Peloton Raises $60 Million to Improve the Efficiency of Truck Convoys
J.D. Power: Consumer Trust in Self-Driving Cars Drops
J.D. Power: Consumer Trust in Self-Driving Cars Drops
Volvo Asks for Writ of Mandamus in Sunroof Lawsuit
Volvo has requested the U.S. District Court of New Jersey to issue a writ of mandamus which requires the court to make a ruling on the merits of the company’s eight motions for summary judgment, and why they chose to … Continue reading
Fuyao Group Is Back as a Sponsor of Auto Glass Week™
Fuyao Group will serve as a Platinum sponsor of Auto Glass Week™. Taking center stage during the three-day international event is the automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an exhibition floor. Auto Glass Week 2017 will be … Continue reading
Check Out the Schedule at a Glance to Start Planning Your Auto Glass Week™ Experience!
The Schedule at a Glance is now available online to help guide you in your Auto Glass Week™ 2017 experience. It features the timing of important events, such as when registration is available, competitor meetings, when the exhibition hall opens and … Continue reading
Sika Corporation Presents: Bay Area 365
Sika Corporation Presents: Bay Area 365
Auto Insurance Reforms Pass Senate Committee, But Don’t Count on Rate Savings
Auto Insurance Reforms Pass Senate Committee, But Don’t Count on Rate Savings
Telematics Lays the Foundation for Autonomous Trucking
Telematics Lays the Foundation for Autonomous Trucking
Thomson Flight Heading to Bristol Forced to Make Emergency Landing After Pilot’s Windscreen Cracked at 30,000ft Forcing it to Suddenly Descend
Thomson Flight Heading to Bristol Forced to Make Emergency Landing After Pilot’s Windscreen Cracked at 30,000ft Forcing it to Suddenly Descend
Roundup: State Legislation on Automated Driving
In an effort to advance automated driving, states have been introducing and passing legislation to promote the testing and research of automated technologies. According to the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), in 2017, 32 states introduced bills relating to … Continue reading
China Car Dilemma: Beijing Wants Electric, Buyers Want SUVs
China Car Dilemma: Beijing Wants Electric, Buyers Want SUVs
Virginia Supreme Court Rules for Nationwide in Car Accident Dispute
Virginia Supreme Court Rules for Nationwide in Car Accident Dispute
U.K. Car Insurance Rates May Rise 28% to Record $1,200 a Year
U.K. Car Insurance Rates May Rise 28% to Record $1,200 a Year
Bosch Opens New Plant in China, Aimed at Production of Components for Automated Driving
Bosch Opens New Plant in China, Aimed at Production of Components for Automated Driving
Iowa Ready to Ban Texting While Driving
Iowa Ready to Ban Texting While Driving
DOT: Miles Driven Rose 1.6 Percent in February
The Department of Transportation (DOT) has reported an increase in miles driven for the month of February 2017 compared to February 2016. The seasonally adjusted vehicle miles traveled for February 2017 is 267.2 billion miles, a 1.6 percent, or 4.2 … Continue reading
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Appreciation
“Last Friday I drove to East Texas to attend a memorial service for a franchisee’s mother. The franchisee and his sister delivered moving tributes to their mother, Nancy. Their parents adopted them when they were days old – a couple of years apart. Their parents were married 59 years. Their father was also in attendance.” -Mark Liston
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Cuomo Stops by New York International Auto Show to Drive Home State’s Commitment to Electric Cars
Cuomo Stops by New York International Auto Show to Drive Home State’s Commitment to Electric Cars
Kuhnmuench: Insurers Echo Call to Reduce Auto Insurance Rates
Kuhnmuench: Insurers Echo Call to Reduce Auto Insurance Rates
Apple Receives Autonomous-Car Testing Permit in California
Apple Receives Autonomous-Car Testing Permit in California
Former St. Louis Auto Glass Employee Charged With Embezzlement
Former St. Louis Auto Glass Employee Charged With Embezzlement
Court Partially Grants Summary Judgment in Safelite Labor Lawsuit
The U.S. District Court of California’s Central District has granted in part and denied in part Safelite’s motion for summary judgment in a lawsuit where the company stood accused of nine violations of California’s Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA.) In … Continue reading
Precision Replacement Parts Returns as a Cobalt Sponsor of Auto Glass Week™
Precision Replacement Parts is joining the Auto Glass Week™ lineup as a Cobalt sponsor. Be sure not to miss the international event that features automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an exhibition floor. Auto Glass Week 2017 … Continue reading
Chinese Firm Plans Building Indiana Auto Parts Plant
Chinese Firm Plans Building Indiana Auto Parts Plant
Infineon Joins the 5G Automotive Association to Contribute to Connected Automated Driving
Infineon Joins the 5G Automotive Association to Contribute to Connected Automated Driving
GM Doubles Down on Self-Driving Cars, Hiring 1,100
GM Doubles Down on Self-Driving Cars, Hiring 1,100
Hyundai Squabbles Over Schedule in Sunroof Lawsuit
The U.S. District Court of California has set a May 1, 2017, deadline for expert reports or declarations in support of class certification to be delivered to the court in a lawsuit over spontaneously shattering Hyundai sunroofs. In a lawsuit … Continue reading
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Sika posts higher Q1 Sales, Optimistic Outlook Ahead of AGM
Sika posts higher Q1 Sales, Optimistic Outlook Ahead of AGM
How Tesla Might Change Personal Auto Insurance
How Tesla Might Change Personal Auto Insurance (TSLA)
Ontario Releases Report on Auto Insurance
Ontario Releases Report on Auto Insurance
Windshield Blasted With Tennis Ball-Sized Hail During Oklahoma Storm
Windshield Blasted With Tennis Ball-Sized Hail During Oklahoma Storm
ADAS Can Lead to Higher Auto Insurance Prices
New cars with crash prevention technology and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are causing auto insurance rates to rise dramatically, according to a Wall Street Journal article published April 3. The article explains that safety features such as autonomous braking, … Continue reading
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Sika’s Founding Family Outvotes Other Shareholders to Cap Dividend
Sika’s Founding Family Outvotes Other Shareholders to Cap Dividend
N.C. House Bill to Repeal Tax Could Reduce Cost of Auto Repairs, Other Services
N.C. House Bill to Repeal Tax Could Reduce Cost of Auto Repairs, Other Services
Cadillac Introduces ‘Super Cruise’ Automated Driving Mode, Debuting First on 2018 CT6 Sedan
Cadillac Introduces ‘Super Cruise’ Automated Driving Mode, Debuting First on 2018 CT6 Sedan
NTC Seeks Feedback on Automated Vehicle Driving Rules
NTC Seeks Feedback on Automated Vehicle Driving Rules
Court Rules in Favor of Safelite in Discrimination Lawsuit
For what it said are reasons of inconsistency and lack of substantial evidence, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California has granted Safelite’s motion for summary judgment against terminated employee, Mauro Castillo Vidal. Vidal had filed a … Continue reading
Mainstreet Computers Inc. Joins Auto Glass Week as a Cobalt Sponsor
Mainstreet Computers Inc. will return as a Cobalt sponsor of Auto Glass Week™. The three-day international event will feature automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an exhibition floor. Auto Glass Week 2017 will be held October 4-6 … Continue reading
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States Attack Tax Benefits for Electric Cars
States Attack Tax Benefits for Electric Cars
How Volkswagen Stages the Production of its Electric Car
How Volkswagen Stages the Production of its Electric Car
Bill to Nix Use of Age, Credit for Auto Premiums Stalls
Bill to Nix Use of Age, Credit for Auto Premiums Stalls
Horace Mann Insurance Updates Fast Glass Service Message
The Illinois-based insurance provider, who has been providing insurance to teachers since 1945, has added a new disclaimer to its Fast Glass Service hotline within the last year.When a caller is waiting to be connected to an agent, they will … Continue reading
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Mark Cuban Style
“Mary Kay and I went to a Cancer Society fundraiser last year and were the highest bidder for a “sports package” – which included 4 tickets for a Dallas Mavs game, four tickets to a Texas Rangers game and four tickets for a baseball game at any other stadium who serves Coca-Cola, the sponsor.” – Mark Liston, Continue reading
U.S. Probes Freightliner Trucks for Windshield Wiper Failures
U.S. Probes Freightliner Trucks for Windshield Wiper Failures
US Auto Fuel Economy Rating Rises to 25.2 MPG in March
US Auto Fuel Economy Rating Rises to 25.2 MPG in March
Losses on Auto Insurance Hurt Nationwide 2016 Financial Results
Losses on Auto Insurance Hurt Nationwide 2016 Financial Results
2018 S-Class Will Bring Mercedes Closer to Fully Autonomous Capabilities
2018 S-Class Will Bring Mercedes Closer to Fully Autonomous Capabilities
Honda Issues Recall on Vehicles With Takata Airbag Inflator
Honda has notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) of a possible defect of certain 2003 Honda Accord Coupe models equipped with a four-cylinder engine. If frontal passenger airbags have been replaced, the replacement may have included a defective … Continue reading
Saint-Gobain Extends Option to Buy Sika Stake From Family
Saint-Gobain Extends Option to Buy Sika Stake From Family
Utah Supreme Court Rules Against Tesla in Push to Sell Cars
Utah Supreme Court Rules Against Tesla in Push to Sell Cars
Tumbling Car Sales Drag Down US Auto Market in March
Tumbling Car Sales Drag Down US Auto Market in March
Legislative Roundup: Colorado’s Automated Driving Bill Passes House
Legislative Roundup: Colorado’s Automated Driving Bill Passes House
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The End: GlasWeld’s Lawsuit Against Its Former President is Dismissed
Five years after GlasWeld Systems Inc. filed a suit against the company’s former president Michael Boyle, for patent infringement, the United States District Court of Oregon has ruled in favor of a GlasWeld motion for dismissal of all claims. In … Continue reading
The Benefits of Change
“Why do people often fight change? Is it because change is uncomfortable? Is it because people are convinced their way is better, despite all of the evidence to the contrary? I think it is a little of both. I have personally witnessed heated discussions that rarely change minds or beliefs.” -Bob Beranek Continue reading
Long-Time Safelite Group EVP & CFO Doug Herron Set to Retire
After 25 years of serving Safelite Group, Doug Herron, executive vice president and chief financial officer, has announced his plans to retire at the end of 2017. Tim Spencer, who joined Safelite Group last year, has been named the company’s … Continue reading
Auto Glass Week™ 2017 Welcomes Back Benson Autoglass
Benson Autoglass is back this year as a Cobalt sponsor of Auto Glass Week™. Taking center stage during the three-day international event is the automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an exhibition floor. Auto Glass Week 2017 … Continue reading
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Good2Go Auto Insurance Becomes a Member of the National Safety Council as of April, 2017
Good2Go Auto Insurance® Becomes a Member of the National Safety Council as of April, 2017
Self-Driving Cars Raise Questions About Who Carries Insurance
Self-Driving Cars Raise Questions About Who Carries Insurance
Volkswagen Issues Recall Due to Forceful Airbag
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a recall report on certain Volkswagen vehicles, specifically 11,618 2017 Audi A3 and S3 Sedan models that may have a defect that causes the front passenger airbag to deploy with more … Continue reading
Inaugural CSR Competition to be Held at Auto Glass Week™ 2017
Do you work with amazing Customer Service Representatives (CSRs)? Well, it’s time they get their moment in the spotlight – $2,500 and an all-expense paid trip to West Palm Beach! Auto Glass Week presents the Customer Service Representative (CSR) competition. … Continue reading
Tesla Inc (TSLA) to Benefit From Self-Driving Law in Germany
Tesla Inc (TSLA) to Benefit From Self-Driving Law in Germany
Unswept Spokane Streets Lead to Increase in Windshield Repair
Unswept Spokane Streets Lead to Increase in Windshield Repair
Intel Acquiring Mobileye For More Than $15B In Major Move Into Automated Driving
Intel Acquiring Mobileye For More Than $15B In Major Move Into Automated Driving
Gerber Collision & Glass Opens Repair Location in Georgia
The Boyd Group Inc. (the “Boyd Group”) has opened a collision repair location in Hinesville, Ga. Hinesville is located on the Atlantic coast about 40 miles southwest of Savannah. “We are pleased to add this location which adds to our … Continue reading
Delta Kits Inc. is Back as a Cobalt Sponsor of Auto Glass Week™
Delta Kits Inc. is joining the Auto Glass Week™ lineup as a Cobalt sponsor at this year’s international event, which features automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars, and an exhibition floor. Auto Glass Week 2017 will be held October … Continue reading
Tesla’s Latest Texas Proposal Would Let All Carmakers Sell Directly to Customers
Tesla’s Latest Texas Proposal Would Let All Carmakers Sell Directly to Customers
Ford Tops the List of Automated Driving Leaders in New Study
Ford Tops the List of Automated Driving Leaders in New Study
Racecar vs Robocar: Why Formula 1 is Revving up for a Fight Against Driverless Racecars
Racecar vs Robocar: Why Formula 1 is Revving up for a Fight Against Driverless Racecars
Fix Auto World Acquires Global Rights to Novus Glass
Fix Auto World is purchasing the assets of 11 glass and automotive aftermarket companies, including Novus Franchises Inc. from the Skidmore Group. Through this acquisition, Fix Auto World is purchasing the assets of Novus Glass Inc., Novus Franchising Inc., Speedy … Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz Issues Recall Due to Defect Involving Airbag Deployment
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued two separate recall reports affecting airbag deployment of certain 2017 E300, E300 4Matic, 2016 AMG GT-S, GLC300, CLA250 and other Mercedes-Benz models. According to the recall issued March 14, Mercedes-Benz reported … Continue reading
Preparation
“Last week I had cataract surgery on my left eye. In two weeks I’ll have the right eye done. A few months ago I noticed that driving at night was getting tougher. It looked like there was a flashlight shining directly into my eyes when headlights were coming at me. The optometrist in Waco recommended me to a surgeon in Austin – a mere 100 miles away.” -Mark Liston Continue reading
Mainstreet™ Celebrates 35 Years in the Glass Industry
Mainstreet™ is celebrating its 35th anniversary supporting the glass industry with innovative technology solutions. “By listening to our clients’ business needs and providing the best-in-class Cloud POS, Mobile, Disaster Recovery, Web Design and 24/7 call Center Services, we help them … Continue reading
Glass-Pros Selected for 2016 Clearwater Small Business Excellence Award
Glass-Pros has been selected for the 2016 Clearwater Small Business Excellence Award in the Auto Glass Services classification by the Clearwater Small Business Excellence Award Program. Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each … Continue reading
Louisiana’s Lawsuit Against State Farm, Filed by Former Attorney General, Lies Dormant
Louisiana’s Lawsuit Against State Farm, Filed by Former Attorney General, Lies Dormant
Maine to Get $5.1M in Volkswagen Settlement
Maine to Get $5.1M in Volkswagen Settlement
Why Did the Turkey Cross the Road? Experts Weigh in on Turkey, Windshield Accidents
Why Did the Turkey Cross the Road? Experts Weigh in on Turkey, Windshield Accidents
Minnesota Glass Association Commends Successful Efforts in Amending Bill
Organized efforts from Minnesota glass shops have led to killing a House bill, preventing a Senate bill from having a hearing, and amending an omnibus bill. Each bill set to modify the definition of an insurance adjuster, in order to allow … Continue reading
AZ Glass Pros Announces New Windshield Replacement Services in Phoenix
AZ Glass Pros Announces New Windshield Replacement Services in Phoenix
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True Mileage Unveils New Intelligent Usage Based Auto Insurance Device
True Mileage Unveils New Intelligent Usage Based Auto Insurance Device
Report: Google Forced to Put Mirrors On Self-Driving Cars
Report: Google Forced to Put Mirrors On Self-Driving Cars
Panicked Man Struggles to Drive When Monster Anaconda Attacks Car Windshield
Panicked Man Struggles to Drive When Monster Anaconda Attacks Car Windshield
Ford Issues Safety Compliance Recall for Missing Windshield Welds
On March 29, Ford issued a compliance recall of 111 certain 2017 Ford Edge models for missing windshield header welds. “Affected vehicles may have been built with missing welds in the windshield header portion of the body sheet metal. Vehicles … Continue reading
Perceived Value
“Several of my recent posts have been about glass quality, primarily because it has been a frequent topic of discussion in our industry. Today, I want to discuss what increasing the quality of auto glass will mean to your business. ” -Bob Beranek Continue reading
AGSC Offering On Site Registration for Certification Training in Long Island Today and Tomrrow
The Auto Glass Safety Council™ (AGSC) is offering on-site registration, both today and tomorrow, for its regional training and accreditation program in Long Island, N.Y. The training course and certification exam will be offered twice, once on Thursday, March 30, … Continue reading
C.R. Laurence Returns as Sponsor of Auto Glass Week™
C.R. Laurence Co. Inc. (CRL), will return as a Cobalt sponsor of Auto Glass Week™. The three-day international event will feature automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an exhibition floor. Auto Glass Week 2017 will be held … Continue reading
Auto-Insurance Underwriting Suffers Worst Year in Past 15
Auto-Insurance Underwriting Suffers Worst Year in Past 15
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New Mexico Governor Celebrates Safelite Jobs
New Mexico Governor Celebrates Safelite Jobs
Minnesota Bill That Would Change Definition of Insurance Adjuster is Dead
A Minnesota house and senate bill that would widen the scope of those included in the definition of an insurance adjuster has been killed. The bill would have allowed those who report claims to practice as adjusters without a license, … Continue reading
Creative Extruded Products Inc. Returns as Sponsor of Auto Glass Week™
Creative Extruded Products LLC will return as a Cobalt sponsor of Auto Glass Week™. The three-day international event will feature automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an exhibition floor. Auto Glass Week 2017 will be held October 4-6 … Continue reading
Florida House Members Move On Auto Insurance Changes
Florida House Members Move On Auto Insurance Changes
Toyota’s Window To The World Is The Future Of Car Windows
Toyota’s Window To The World Is The Future Of Car Windows
Tesla ‘Autopilot’ Car Hits Phoenix Police Motorcycle
Tesla ‘Autopilot’ Car Hits Phoenix Police Motorcycle
BMW and Thor Motor Coach Report Windshield Wiper and Airbag Recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued two recall reports affecting Thor Motor Coach windshield wipers and the inflator of the frontal passenger airbag of BMW of North America’s X5 sDrive35i, X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i models. According to … Continue reading
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Glass.com® Cited for Providing Optimal Service
Fearlessflyer.com, a website that provides insightful articles about business and website development, had cited Glass.com as an example of providing optimal service on the web. The website cited Glass.com along with Ford, JetBlue Airlines, and Apple. “You can see a … Continue reading
Auto Windscreens ADAS Recalibration Process Bolstered with New Epyx 1link Deal
Auto Windscreens ADAS Recalibration Process Bolstered with New Epyx 1link Deal
Pilkington Glass Factory to Close at Queenborough with Loss of 14 Jobs
Pilkington Glass Factory to Close at Queenborough with Loss of 14 Jobs
NC Insurance Officials to Challenge Auto Rate Increase
NC Insurance Officials to Challenge Auto Rate Increase
Self-Driving Uber SUV Crashes and Flips Onto Its Side After ‘High Impact’ Accident in Arizona
Self-Driving Uber SUV Crashes and Flips Onto Its Side After ‘High Impact’ Accident in Arizona
Safelite Responds to Discriminatory Allegations in Lawsuit
Safelite has responded to allegations of multiple discrimination claims in terminated employee Mauro Castillo Vidal’s opposition for summary judgment, Vidal says management began treating him differently after his wife Christina filed a separate lawsuit against the company. Mauro Vidal worked … Continue reading
Leaders Ask For and Provide Help
“We have an annual awards ceremony at The Dwyer Group. This year we had it at a movie theater in Waco. All 11 companies (Glass Doctor, Mr. Appliance, Five Star Painting/Protect Painting, Mr. Rooter, Rainbow, Mr. Electric, Grounds Guys, Aire Serv, Molly Maid, Mr. Handyman and Window Genie) select a team member of the year.” -Mark Liston Continue reading
Erik Miller Joins Don’s Mobile Glass
Don’s Mobile Glass/Wardrobe & Bath Specialties announced Erik Miller joined the company as director of information and technology. “We are incredibly pleased to have Erik join our team,” says chief operating officer Dave Leach. “Erik has known our business from … Continue reading
Go-Glass Joy Names Brett Towers President
Go-Glass Joy LLC announces the appointment of Brett Towers as president. Towers has spent the past two years serving as vice president and chief operating officer of GoGlass and prior to that managed the Salisbury location for three years. Towers … Continue reading
NWRA Releases Revised Break Identification Standard Draft for Public Comment
The National Windshield Repair Association (NWRA) has released a revised draft of its Break Identification Standard (BIS) for public comment. The proposed standard, to be known as ANSI/NWRA/BIS 001-2016, creates a system for identifying where glass damage has been repaired … Continue reading
German Auto Parts Supplier Webasto Plans Largest China Sunroof Plant
German Auto Parts Supplier Webasto Plans Largest China Sunroof Plant
Samsung’s Smart Windshield Makes Riding Motorcycles Safer (?) on the Road
Samsung’s Smart Windshield Makes Riding Motorcycles Safer (?) on the Road
Fuyao Glass America Inc. Invests More Than $7 Million to Address Safety Complaints
After being cited by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Fuyao Glass America Inc. has invested more than $7 million into improving safety standards at its Moraine, Ohio facility. Complaints of unsafe working conditions began shortly after the plant opened … Continue reading
Unemployment Is Affecting Auto Insurance Rates
Unemployment Is Affecting Auto Insurance Rates
New Image Auto Glass Announces Opening of Windshield Service Center in Arizona
New Image Auto Glass Announces Opening of Windshield Service Center in Arizona
The Self-Driving-Truck Race is On, But Which Strategy Will Prevail?
The Self-Driving-Truck Race is On, But Which Strategy Will Prevail?
Electric Car Start-Up NIO Announces Plans for First Self-Driving Model
Electric Car Start-Up NIO Announces Plans for First Self-Driving Model
Hyundai Motor Addresses Complaint in Lawsuit
Alabama resident Billy Glenn filed a lawsuit against Hyundai in December 2015 in the District Court of California, alleging that the panoramic sunroof of his 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport spontaneously shattered while driving, causing glass shards to rain on … Continue reading
Gerber Collision & Glass Opens Repair Locations in Oregon
The Boyd Group Inc. has announced the opening of two collision repair centers in Oregon. The centers are located in McMinnville and Newberg and are about 35 miles southwest of Portland. They previously operated as True Form Collision Repair with … Continue reading
Auto Windscreens Celebrates After Shortlist Success at Modern Claims Awards 2017
Auto Windscreens, which won the Client Care Award in 2015, has been shortlisted in two categories at the Doctors Chambers Modern Claims Awards 2017. The ceremony, taking place at New Dock Hall in Leeds on Thursday April 27th, will see … Continue reading
AGSC to Offer Certification Training in Long Island Next Week
The Auto Glass Safety Council™ (AGSC) will hold a regional training and accreditation program in Long Island, N.Y., next week. The training course and certification exam will be offered twice, once on Thursday, March 30, and again on Friday, March … Continue reading
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GGG Returns as a Copper Sponsor of Auto Glass Week™
GGG Gold Glass-ALP will return as a Copper sponsor of Auto Glass Week™. The three-day international event will feature automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an exhibition floor. Auto Glass Week 2017 will be held October 4-6 … Continue reading
The Boyd Group Reports 18.1 Percent Sales Increase in 2016
The Boyd Group announced its financial earnings for the fourth quarter and full year of 2016, in which it reported an 18-percent annual increase in revenue. The company also posted a 22-percent increase in adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation … Continue reading
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TechnaGlass Purchases Ohio and Utah Franchises
TechnaGlass has purchased the Cincinnati, Ohio and St. George, Utah franchises of TechnaGlass as part of its strategy to operate and develop company-owned units. In Ohio, Joe Dills, the former TechnaGlass franchisee, will remain with the company and will oversee … Continue reading
Auto Glass Maker Fuyao to Pay $100K for Ohio Safety Issues
Auto Glass Maker Fuyao to Pay $100K for Ohio Safety Issues
How Artificial Intelligence Could Change the Auto Insurance Industry
How Artificial Intelligence Could Change the Auto Insurance Industry
Smart Shuttle: A Fully Automated Self-Driving Vehicle
Smart Shuttle: A Fully Automated Self-Driving Vehicle
Glass Shops Rally Against New York Anti-Steering Legislation
The Assembly Insurance Committee in New York State passed a bill in January 2017 that set to amend the state’s insurance law. The law requires insurance companies to disclose to consumers that they have the right to choose which shop conducts … Continue reading
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eDirectGlass Returns as Bronze Level Sponsor of Auto Glass Week™
eDirectGlass will return as a Bronze level sponsor of Auto Glass Week™. The three-day international event will feature automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an exhibition floor. Auto Glass Week 2017 will be held October 4-6 at … Continue reading
2017 City Auto Glass Walleye Classic Will Be Largest Yet
2017 City Auto Glass Walleye Classic Will Be Largest Yet
Ford’s Future Cars Could Have Airbags on the Outside to Protect Pedestrians
Ford’s Future Cars Could Have Airbags on the Outside to Protect Pedestrians
Bosch Connected Car Technology will Offer New Services, Reduce Accidents & CO²
Bosch Connected Car Technology will Offer New Services, Reduce Accidents & CO²
What Trump’s Revision to Emissions Regulation Means for the Auto Industry
In the wake of the Trump administration’s decision to review regulations that would lower standards for greenhouse gas emissions, automotive manufacturers including Ford, GM, and Chrysler plan to focus more effort on manufacturing in the U.S. In 2011, the Obama administration … Continue reading
Leadership – Same Fundamentals as Sales
“We have a Toastmasters chapter at The Dwyer Group and Mary Kay and I are both members. (If you are in a leadership role I highly recommend that you join Toastmasters – it will do wonders for you!)” -Mark Liston Continue reading
Self-Driving Cars May Offer Market Niche for Pittsburgh Glass Works
Self-Driving Cars May Offer Market Niche for Pittsburgh Glass Works
Paccar, Nvidia Build Concept Self-Driving Truck
Paccar, Nvidia Build Concept Self-Driving Truck
Fourth Consecutive January with Increased Travel
The Department of Transportation (DOT) has released its traffic volume report for the month of January, where the report found that road travel in the United States increased for January 2017, as compared with January 2016. Seasonally adjusted vehicle miles … Continue reading
Corning Breaks into Auto market with Gorilla Glass
Corning Breaks into Auto market with Gorilla Glass
Jupiter Auto Insurance Taps Elafris for AI Solution
Jupiter Auto Insurance Taps Elafris for AI Solution
Root Auto Insurance Launches “Lyft on Us” Program for Good Drivers
Root Auto Insurance Launches “Lyft on Us” Program for Good Drivers
GM Exec Says State Could be Leader in Self-Driving Cars
GM Exec Says State Could be Leader in Self-Driving Cars
Carlex Returns as a Sponsor of Auto Glass Week™
Carlex will serve as a Bronze level supporting company of Auto Glass Week™. The three-day international event will feature automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an exhibition floor. Auto Glass Week 2017 will be held October 4-6 … Continue reading
President Trump Set to Undo Obama’s Auto Emissions Limits
President Trump Set to Undo Obama’s Auto Emissions Limits
Car Insurance Rates on the Rise in Louisiana
Louisiana car insurance rates are on the rise again and one big culprit could be the smartphone. The National Highway Safety Administration finds distracted driving is the cause for 20% of crashes in the state. State Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says drivers are having a hard time putting down the cell phone and focusing on the road. Continue reading
Colorado Legislature’s Plan for Self-Driving Cars Explained
Colorado Legislature’s Plan for Self-Driving Cars Explained
Rhode Island Revises Auto Glass Regulations
The Department of Business Regulation in Rhode Island has released a revision to its regulation document that details the laws and regulations the auto glass repair industry must abide by. In the revision, the department updates ambiguous language that may … Continue reading
Competitor and Attendee Registration Open for Auto Glass Week™ 2017
Online registration for Auto Glass Week™2017 and the Auto Glass Repair and Replacement Competitions is now open. Want to spend an action-packed three days learning from the best? Register for the event today for the best discounts. Are you ready … Continue reading
Trump to Announce Do-Over on Fuel Economy Rules for Automakers
Trump to Announce Do-Over on Fuel Economy Rules for Automakers
No-Fault Auto Insurance Fee Going Up July 1
No-Fault Auto Insurance Fee Going Up July 1
Cruise’s Kyle Vogt: GM Will Deploy Automated Rideshare Cars ‘Very Quickly’
Cruise’s Kyle Vogt: GM Will Deploy Automated Rideshare Cars ‘Very Quickly’
Porsche and Nissan Issue Recalls over Windshield and Airbag Issue
The National Highway Traffic Safety Association has issued two recall reports on defects on windshield bonding reported by Porsche and Nissan. On March 2, 2017 Porsche issued a recall on 21 of its 2017 models. According to the recall, windshields … Continue reading
Building a Foundation
“The Dwyer Group is building a new three-story building at our Waco campus for a training facility and offices. This past week I had a chance to watch the construction of the building. The construction crew has been working at the site for the past month getting the foundation ready.
This led me to think about what is necessary to build a three-story building, a skyscraper or even a very successful business. All of them need a strong foundation,” -Mark Liston
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Pittsburgh Glass Works Returns as Gold Sponsor of Auto Glass Week™
Pittsburgh Glass Works will return as a Gold sponsor of Auto Glass Week™. The three-day international event will feature automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an exhibition floor. Auto Glass Week 2017 will be held October 4-6 at … Continue reading
Auto Insurance Fraud Costs Canadian Consumers Billions of Dollars Each Year
Auto Insurance Fraud Costs Canadian Consumers Billions of Dollars Each Year
This Auto Insurance Company Wants to Lower Rates for Tesla Self-Driving Cars
This Auto Insurance Company Wants to Lower Rates for Tesla Self-Driving Cars
California Wants to Give Driverless Cars Their Learners’ Permits
California Wants to Give Driverless Cars Their Learners’ Permits
Wingate Partners Acquires Binswanger Glass
Wingate Partners announced today that they have acquired the Memphis, Tenn.-based glass service provider Binswanger Glass and will support the current management team going forward. “This is an exciting time for Binswanger Glass as the investment by Wingate Partners will … Continue reading
Select Car Makers Back Auto Windscreens in Support of Recalibration
Auto Windscreens announced today that it has received official backing for its advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) solution from leading manufacturers Mazda, Toyota and Volkswagen Group UK. Auto Windscreens says it is the only vehicle glass repair company to have … Continue reading
Solera Increases Vehicle Data Coverage in China
Solera Holdings, Inc. announced that it has more than doubled its import and export vehicle data coverage from 45 percent to more than 95 percent of all cars on Chinese roads. The expanded scope of Solera’s database of Chinese vehicles … Continue reading
China’s Fuyao to Seek $135 Million for Manufacturing Plant
China’s Fuyao to Seek $135 Million for Manufacturing Plant
ACCC Rejects Commission Cap on Car Insurance Add-Ons
ACCC Rejects Commission Cap on Car Insurance Add-Ons
NIO Unveils New Self-Driving Electric Car Concept, Says They’ll Have Autonomous Cars in the US By 2020
NIO Unveils New Self-Driving Electric Car Concept, Says They’ll Have Autonomous Cars in the US By 2020
Senator Tony Mendoza Convenes Hearing on Autonomous Vehicles and Auto Insurance in California
Senator Tony Mendoza Convenes Hearing on Autonomous Vehicles and Auto Insurance in California
New York Anti-Steering Legislation Would Exempt Auto Glass Companies
A bill introduced in January 2017 to tighten anti-steering disclosure has passed the Assembly Insurance Committee in New York State. The bill by Assemblyman William B. Magnarelli proposes to amend the state’s insurance law to require disclosing that consumers have … Continue reading
Belron: Cashflow Snapshot
Belron released its 2016 financial results earlier this week and today glassBYTES offers a look at its cash flow for the company’s vehicle segment. Statement of Cash Flows for Belron (Vehicle Glass Operating Segment) in millions of US Dollars Cash … Continue reading
Glass Technology Inc.® Returns as a Cobalt Sponsor of Auto Glass Week™
Glass Technology Inc. will return as a Cobalt level supporting company of Auto Glass Week™ 2017. The three-day international event will feature automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an exhibition floor. Auto Glass Week 2017 will be … Continue reading
Gilbert Auto Glass Repair Cash Back Program in Arizona Launched
Gilbert Auto Glass Repair Cash Back Program in Arizona Launched
Carmakers Consolidate in the Era of Electric Cars and Automated Driving
Carmakers Consolidate in the Era of Electric Cars and Automated Driving
Florida Legislation Set to Put Restrictions on Glass Shops
Auto glass shops working under an “assignment of benefits” from their customers would be barred from collecting attorneys’ fees if the Florida State Legislature approves a bill that was filed late last month. Florida Senate Bill 1038 provides that an … Continue reading
Mechanical Bonding Part Two
“I have recently heard of a problem in adhering urethane to an internally applied frit. What we mean by an internally applied frit is one that is applied on surface 2 or 3 instead of surface 4 where it is usually applied. The frit is the paint band around the perimeter of the glass and acts as an aesthetically pleasing finishing application, but also acts as a protective coating for urethane’s biggest enemy, ultraviolet light,” -Bob Beranek Continue reading
Making Car Care Easier – State Farm® Teams Up with Openbay
Making Car Care Easier – State Farm® Teams Up with Openbay
Nanomaterials Pave the Way for Antifogging Car Windshields
Nanomaterials Pave the Way for Antifogging Car Windshields
D’Ieteren Full Financial Report and Break Down of 2016
The 2016 financial statement released by the Belgian company s.a. D’Ieteren n.v., (D’Ieteren) on Monday provides a fascinating look at its diverse holdings, including its vehicle glass division, known as Belron. Belron also owns Safelite AutoGlass in the United States. According to the report, Belron serves 33 countries worldwide through its 2400 branches and 10,000 mobile vans. It trades under more than 10 major brand names including Carglass® and Autoglass®, as well as Safelite AutoGlass. Continue reading
National Windscreens First in UK to Achieve ADAS Qualifications
National Windscreens technicians have become the first in the country to achieve recognized Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) qualifications from awarding organization, GQA Qualifications. “Many ADAS safety features work through cameras mounted on windscreens so if a replacement is needed … Continue reading
Allstate Hikes Car Insurance Rates in Illinois
Allstate Hikes Car Insurance Rates in Illinois
Aguila Auto Glass Celebrates 65th Anniversary
Aguila Auto Glass Celebrates 65th Anniversary
Volkswagen to Unveil Self-Driving Car as Part of Post-Dieselgate Shift
Volkswagen to Unveil Self-Driving Car as Part of Post-Dieselgate Shift
D’Ieteren Reports Successful Market Growth in 2016
D’Ieteren has reported a strong financial year in both sales and growth. Belgium-based D’Ieteren owns Belron, which in turn owns Safelite AutoGlass in the U.S. The company credits its progress to market trends, to a Belron gain in market share … Continue reading
Novus Glass Opens New Location in Iowa
Novus Glass is proud to welcome new franchisees Trent and Kari Alberts. The Alberts will be bringing Novus’ automotive glass service to the Des Moines, Iowa, area. “We are determined to continue our focus on growing and strengthening the Novus … Continue reading
Third Party Vehicle Insurance to Become Costlier
Third Party Vehicle Insurance to Become Costlier
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House Insurance Chair Wants to Tame Auto ‘Cost Drivers’
House Insurance Chair Wants to Tame Auto ‘Cost Drivers’
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Driverless Trucks: Coming soon to a Road near You?
Driverless Trucks: Coming soon to a Road near You?
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High-Tech Windshields are More Than a Piece of Glass
High-Tech Windshields are More Than a Piece of Glass
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Three Auto Glass Companies Ranked in Franchise 500
Three auto glass companies have made Entrepreneurs 38th annual 500 franchises. Those included are considered to be among the strongest, and most poised for growth in the world. According to the company, each company is considered by the same criteria, … Continue reading
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Famous Quotes to Inspire Leadership
Famous Quotes to Inspire Leadership
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Equalizer® Rises to Titanium Level Sponsor of Auto Glass Week™
Equalizer will return as a supporting company as a Titanium level sponsor of Auto Glass Week™. The three-day international event will feature automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an exhibition floor. Auto Glass Week 2017 will be … Continue reading
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MS Amlin Renews Contract with National Windscreens
MS Amlin, has extended its four-year contract with National Windscreens in support of its wide range of motor insurance policies for businesses and fleet operators across the UK. “National Windscreens has provided excellent customer service to our customers over the … Continue reading
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Latest Insurer-Backed Arizona Bill to Irreparably Harm Drivers, Auto Glass Replacement Industry
Latest Insurer-Backed Arizona Bill to Irreparably Harm Drivers, Auto Glass Replacement Industry
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Discrimination Lawsuit against Safelite dropped by Terminated Employee
Christina Castillo has dropped her lawsuit of alleged discriminatory behavior against Safelite. Her husband Vidal’s lawsuit remains ongoing. According to court papers, Castillo suffered two seizures while on the job as inventory control, a position she held since April 2007, but … Continue reading
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Study Looks at Impact of Claims on Car Insurance Rates
Study Looks at Impact of Claims on Car Insurance Rates
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Government to Reconsider Car Insurance Changes
Government to Reconsider Car Insurance Changes
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Where to Get Hip in Palm Beach
Where to Get Hip in Palm Beach
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Glass Electrolyte Opens Door to Alkali Metal Batteries for Electric Vehicles
Glass Electrolyte Opens Door to Alkali Metal Batteries for Electric Vehicles
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Liberty v. Tyranny: More States Pass Laws Outlawing Cell Phone Use While Driving
Liberty v. Tyranny: More States Pass Laws Outlawing Cell Phone Use While Driving
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Tulsa Criminal Finds Unique Way to Break Into Vehicles
Tulsa Criminal Finds Unique Way to Break Into Vehicles
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Lawmakers Express Disapproval for Minnesota Commerce Commissioner in Safelite Case
Minnesota lawmakers Rep. Kelly Fenton, (R-Woodbury) and Rep. Tony Albright, (R-Prior Lake) have written a letter to Governor Mark Dayton that expresses their disapproval of Minnesota Department of Commerce (DOC) Commissioner Michael Rothman and his decision that they said violated … Continue reading
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If You Want Better Quality Glass, be Prepared to Speak Up
If You Want Better Quality Glass, be Prepared to Speak Up
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Xinyi Auto Glass (North America) Becomes Platinum Sponsor of Auto Glass Week™
Xinyi Auto Glass (North America) will return as a supporting company and increase to the level of a Platinum sponsor of Auto Glass Week™. The three-day international event will feature automotive glass repair and replacement competitions, educational seminars and an … Continue reading
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State Farm Suffers Worst Car Insurance Losses Ever
State Farm Suffers Worst Car Insurance Losses Ever
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GM, Tech Firms in Illinois Self-Driving Fight
GM, Tech Firms in Illinois Self-Driving Fight
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LKQ Corporation Finalizes Sale of PGW to Vitro, S.A.B
LKQ Corporation’s sale of PGW’s OEM glass manufacturing business to Vitro, S.A.B has been completed for the agreed price of $310 million. “This divestiture, and the retention of the PGW aftermarket glass distribution business, reflects LKQ’s ongoing commitment to being a … Continue reading
Creative Extruded Products Sold to Quilvest Private Equity
Creative Extruded Products Sold to Quilvest Private Equity
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National Windscreens Opens 108th ADAS Center
National Windscreens announces that a new flagship fitting and calibration center has just been opened in Romford, England. The Romford center forms part of the company’s major UK-wide investment program to meet the massive growth in demand for Advanced Driver … Continue reading
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China’s ‘Glass King’ to Complete U.S. Expansion Despite Trump Tensions
China’s ‘Glass King’ to Complete U.S. Expansion Despite Trump Tensions
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Global Automotive Glass Market Research Report- Forecast 2022
Global Automotive Glass Market Research Report- Forecast 2022
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Policyholder Accuses State Farm of Contract Breach
Policyholder Accuses State Farm of Contract Breach
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Terminated Employee Files Declaration against Safelite
Mauro Castillo Vidal, an ex-Safelite employee who initiated a lawsuit against his former company alleging multiple instances of discrimination, has filed a response to the Safelite’s motion for summary judgement. Vidal worked as a warehouse driver since being hired by … Continue reading
Fuyao Glass America Posts Big Loss in 2016
Fuyao Glass America Posts Big Loss in 2016
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Buffett Has Interesting Theory about Why Self-Driving Cars will Hurt the Insurance Industry
Buffett Has Interesting Theory about Why Self-Driving Cars will Hurt the Insurance Industry
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Jet Makes Emergency Landing at Shannon after Windscreen Cracks over Irish Sea
Jet Makes Emergency Landing at Shannon after Windscreen Cracks over Irish Sea
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Two Report Having Windshields Smashed in North Buffalo
Two Report Having Windshields Smashed in North Buffalo
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Rogue Turtle Flies through Car Windscreen
Rogue Turtle Flies through Car Windscreen
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Newscast: Emerging Technology in Automotive Glass
The Washington DC Auto Show displayed some of latest technology in the automotive market. From automated drivers assist systems to big, expansive sunroofs, here are a few advancements that are in store for the industry. Click Here to watch the … Continue reading
Vocation into a Vacation: What Would You do if Money Wasn’t an Issue?
On the way to the office last week I was listening to Mike & Mike on ESPN radio. The discussion centered on the question: “If you had enough money to last you the rest of your life, would you do what you are doing today?” -Mark Liston Continue reading
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Strong Growth Expected for Companies Like Fuyao that Make Auto Glass
Strong Growth Expected for Companies Like Fuyao that Make Auto Glass
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Arizona Senate Votes to Raise Minimum Auto Liability Insurance
Arizona Senate Votes to Raise Minimum Auto Liability Insurance
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Tesla is Already Showing How the Insurance Industry Will be Disrupted by Self-Driving Cars
Tesla is Already Showing How the Insurance Industry Will be Disrupted by Self-Driving Cars
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Augmented Reality Lets Cars Communicate to Reduce Road Rage
Augmented Reality Lets Cars Communicate to Reduce Road Rage
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2017 Honda Ridgeline Earns 5-Star NHTSA Safety Rating
2017 Honda Ridgeline Earns 5-Star NHTSA Safety Rating
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A Man was Left Injured After Being Hit By a Car Near the Woolpack Pub in Norwich.
A Man was Left Injured After Being Hit By a Car Near the Woolpack Pub in Norwich.
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LKQ Corp. Reports 19.3% Revenue Growth
LKQ Corp. has released the results for its financial performance in the fourth quarter and full year of 2016. Net income in the fourth quarter has decreased 9.2% with $86.6 million in contrast to 2015 where the company made $95.1 … Continue reading
Saint-Gobain Announces Strong Progress in 2016 Financial Report
Chairman and Chief Executive of Saint-Gobain, Pierre-Andre de Chalendar, has credited the company’s $41 million in sales up by 2.6% to the improved economic environment in 2016. He says the company was able to capitalize on lower energy and material … Continue reading
Sika Global Automotive Introduces New Campaign
Sika Automotive aims to improve safety standards and sustainability in the automotive industry by launching its latest campaign “Benefits Beyond the Bond.” Included is an infographic series designed to promote ways manufacturers and suppliers can improve upon vehicle design by … Continue reading
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Safelite to Sponsor Rhodes
ThorSport Racing announced that Safelite AutoGlass is supporting the No. 27 Toyota Tundra driven by Louisville, Ky., native, Ben Rhodes in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series (NCWTS). “This is an amazing opportunity to be partnered with Safelite AutoGlass, Toyota … Continue reading
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Tesla Plans to Offer Car Insurance for Life at Time of Purchase
Tesla Plans to Offer Car Insurance for Life at Time of Purchase
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Smartphones Blamed for Rising Insurance Rates
Smartphones Blamed for Rising Insurance Rates
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Teen’s Warning About Shirt Wrapped Around Windshield Goes Viral
Teen’s Warning About Shirt Wrapped Around Windshield Goes Viral
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Substance-Abuse Counselor Drove with a Man’s Body on Windshield is Sentenced to 25 Years to Life in Prison
Substance-Abuse Counselor Drove with a Man’s Body on Windshield is Sentenced to 25 Years to Life in Prison
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Passenger ‘Had Glass in Her Mouth’ After Brick Thrown Through Car Window on A414
Passenger ‘Had Glass in Her Mouth’ After Brick Thrown Through Car Window on A414
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Court Overrules Verdict in PGW Discrimination Case
The United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit overruled the decision of the District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania which previously ruled in favor of Pittsburgh Glass Works (PGW) in the class action filed against them … Continue reading
Charleston-Area Hires and Promotions
Charleston-Area Hires and Promotions
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American Mobile Glass Signs on as Glass.com® Affiliate
WASHINGTON, D.C. – American Mobile Glass of New Jersey is the newest glass company to become an affiliate of Glass.com®. Continue reading
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GlasWeld Returns to Auto Glass Week™ as Platinum Plus Sponsor
GlasWeld will return as a supporting company and increase to the level of Platinum Plus Sponsor for Auto Glass Week™ 2017 this fall in West Palm Beach, Fla. The company is once again serving as the named sponsor of the … Continue reading
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