Tag Archives: Auto Glass Safety Council (AGSC)

Auto Glass Week Kicks Off in Orlando

Posted on June 7, 2021 by AGRR/glassBYTEs Editor

Auto Glass Week, the industry’s annual gathering kicked off today in Orlando before a large audience, and still more participating virtually. Opening day, complete with exhibitors, competitors and seminars, was a welcome attraction for so many who had not been … Continue reading →

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Safety Council Looks Toward Building Crash Data

Posted on April 23, 2021 by AGRR/glassBYTEs Editor

The Auto Glass Safety Council (AGSC) is working to improve the collection of data regarding windshield failures in automobile crashes. There is, unfortunately, a history of anecdotal evidence of windshield failure as a cause or exacerbation of crashes and as … Continue reading →

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Attention AGSC/NWRD Members: Attend AGW for your Continuing Education Units

Posted on April 12, 2021 by AGRR/glassBYTEs Editor

To maintain the highest standards in automotive glass repair and replacement, auto glass technicians who are Auto Glass Safety Council (AGSC) members must receive a certification as well as recertification. Recertification applies to accredited technicians who have previously taken and … Continue reading →

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Maryland Passes Auto Glass Safety Bill

Posted on April 8, 2021 by AGRR/glassBYTEs Editor

The Maryland State Legislature has passed auto glass safety legislation that would incorporate the Auto Glass Replacement Safety Standard (AGRSS) into state law. The bill, HB 519, was unanimously passed by the Maryland Senate by a vote of 47-0 on … Continue reading →

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Auto Glass Safety Hearing Held in Maryland House of Delegates

Posted on February 5, 2021 by Emmariah Holcomb

Maryland’s House Environment and Transportation Committee meeting had an in-depth auto glass discussion as several industry members weighed in on HB 519, which would require those installing auto glass in the state to follow the AGRSS Standard. “House Bill 519 … Continue reading →

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Massachusetts Voters Vote Yes on Right to Repair Bill

Posted on November 16, 2020 by Emmariah Holcomb

Massachusetts residents spoke out and voted “yes” on the Right to Repair Bill. According to the results, Massachusetts voters overwhelmingly voiced their support at the ballot box for Ballot Question 1, which will preserve vehicle owners’ rights to have access … Continue reading →

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What It Takes to Be a First Place Winner—Twice

Posted on September 18, 2020 by Emmariah Holcomb

Ace Auto Glass, the Hawaiian based auto glass repair and replacement (AGRR) company, recently won two awards for top AGRR services on the island. Company president, Calvin Tamaye, believes the awards coincide with the way Ace handles the jobs that … Continue reading →

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