In Case You Missed It: Top 5 Stories of the Week of March 20-24

In Case You Missed It: Top 5 Stories of the Week of March 20-24

These were the top five collision repair news stories published on Autobody News this week. Scroll through to get caught up, or if you want a second read.

IIHS-study-ADAS-collision-repair-issuesIIHS Research Scientist: 'It Seems Calibration is the Weakest Link'

“We have to get the repair process more refined to start resolving [ADAS] issues, because of the safety potential of these technologies,” said Alexandra Mueller.

Read the full article here.

 

stolen-Kia-Hyundai-attorneys-general-letterState Attorneys General Push for Action from Kia, Hyundai on Stolen Cars

Attorneys general from 23 states on March 20 sent a letter to Kia and Hyundai pressing them for solutions related to their cars that keep getting stolen.

Read the full article here.

final-Camaro-production-endingChevy to End Camaro Production, Announces Final Collector's Edition

The final sixth generation Camaros will come off the assembly line at the Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant in Michigan in January 2024.

Read the full article here.

EV-sales-poll31% of Americans Still Won’t Consider EVs: Poll

A recent seven-day poll from Reuters/Ipsos revealed 34% of respondents were open to the idea of purchasing an electric car, while 31% responded they were not considering it. 

Read the full article here.

Dicastal-Michigan-wheel-plant-fire

Dicastal North America Plant in Michigan Significantly Damaged after Explosion

The company makes lightweight aluminum alloy wheels for several OEMs. It is unknown what impact the disruption will have on automakers.

Read the full article here.

Read an update here.

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