Safety Standards News

Read about the latest safety standards and regulations impacting the collision repair industry, focusing on worker safety and consumer protection.

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Bridge OEM Collision Repair Info Gap, Prevent High-Tech Car Theft with NASTF

Collision repairers can access OEM service and tool information, and register with a service professional credentialing program.
Abby Andrews
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Small SUVs Shine in IIHS Rear Crash Prevention Tests

The SUVs' safety features proved capable at reducing low-speed backing crashes, which account for a significant portion of insurance claims.
Autobody News Staff
NHTSA Launches Combat Speed Campaign

NHTSA Launches $9.5M Campaign to Combat Speeding

Speeding caused 12,151 deaths and 300,595 injuries in 2022, prompting NHTSA's new campaign to encourage drivers to slow down.
Bryan Malinski
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Best Body Shops’ Tips: How to Ensure Your Collision Repair Business Has a Future

Staying up to date on repair procedures and training, while cultivating a desirable place to work, all contribute to a shop's longevity.
Stacey Phillips Ronak
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From the Desk of Mike Anderson: Post-Crash Inspections Find Multiple ‘Deformed’ but Undeployed Airbags

One shop's experience illustrates how crucial it is to follow all manufacturers' repair procedures to the letter, every time.
Mike Anderson
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New State Laws Address Insurer Bad Faith, Non-Functioning Airbags, Steering of Work

Several states around the U.S. have passed or are still considering bills that will affect collision repairers.
John Yoswick
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Vehicle Characteristics, ADAS Features Shifting Claims Frequency, Severity

Vehicles are larger, heavier and faster than ever, but they are also gaining more safety features to prevent and lessen crashes.
Abby Andrews
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Jeep Wagoneer Outshines Rivals in IIHS Crash Tests

All three large SUVs provided solid front seat protection, but varied significantly in their overall safety performance.
Autobody News Staff

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