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NHTSA Proposes Automatic Emergency Braking Requirements for New Vehicles
Published May 31, 2023 The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on May 31 announced a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would require automatic emergency braking and pedestrian AEB systems on passenger cars and light trucks.
Opus IVS, CARS Co-Op Network Join Forces to Boost Diagnostic Capabilities
Published May 31, 2023 Opus IVS, a leading provider of automotive diagnostic tools and services, announced a strategic partnership with CARS Co-Op Network, a trusted network of automotive collision and repair shops.
Inaugural Episode of Webinar Series Looks at IIHS’ Study of Issues Reported with ADAS Repairs
Written by Abby Andrews, Autobody News Published May 30, 2023 AirPro Diagnostics’ new webinar series, TechTalk 360, hosted its first-ever episode May 17, “Consumer Experiences with Crash Avoidance Feature Repairs,” presented by David Zuby, executive vice president and chief research officer for the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS.
The Benefits of Bringing More Services In-House for Auto Body Shops
Body shops have always focused on repairing vehicles after an accident, but there are many other services they could provide to increase revenue and profits and improve customer satisfaction.
Shifting Customer Preferences, Technology, Staffing Issues Inspire Changes in Collision Repair Shops
Written by John Yoswick, Autobody News Published May 9, 2023 A Greek philosopher once said the only constant in life is change, and that certainly applies to the life of a collision repair business owner.
Car ADAS Solutions Announces 3 New California Licensees
Car ADAS Solutions Announces 3 New California Licensees Published April 25, 2023 Car ADAS Solutions, a leading ADAS calibration technology and services provider, announced the addition of three new licensees in California.
AirPro Diagnostics Helps Every Shop Repair All 550 of Today’s Vehicle Models
AirPro Diagnostics Helps Every Shop Repair All 550 of Today’s Vehicle Models Written by Ed Attanasio, Autobody News Published April 5, 2023 I am amazed at all the new features in today’s vehicles, these rolling computer networks with lines of code numbering in the hundreds of millions, and often wonder how successfully shops are servicing these complex systems.
IIHS Research Scientist: 'It Seems Calibration is the Weakest Link'
Written by Abby Andrews, Autobody News Published March 10, 2023 A first-of-its-kind consumer survey conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) showed the majority of people who own a vehicle with increasingly popular ADAS features are reporting issues with those features after a repair for any reason---but especially when the repair was the result of crash damage, or a windshield replacement.
GM’s Hands-Free ‘Ultra Cruise’ to Employ Unique Sensor Suite
Published March 7, 2023 General Motors announced March 7 that Ultra Cruise, the company’s next-generation advanced driver assistance system designed to ultimately enable hands-free driving in 95% of all driving scenarios, will have a 360-degree view of the vehicle through a unique sensor suite when it launches on the Cadillac CELESTIQ.
Opus IVS Gives Auto Body Shops Confidence to Diagnose the Most Complex Vehicles
Opus IVS Gives Auto Body Shops Confidence to Diagnose the Most Complex Vehicles Written by Ed Attanasio, Autobody News Published March 7, 2023 When diagnostics became a daily part of every collision repairer’s life less than a decade ago, many owners were hoping calibrations would be an option.
AAA: Fear of Self-Driving Cars on the Rise
Written by Brittany Moye, AAA Published March 2, 2023 The results of AAA’s annual automated vehicle survey show that while there is still a high level of interest in partially-automated vehicle technology, attitudes toward fully self-driving vehicles have become increasingly apprehensive.
Auto Body Shop Veteran Starts Azimuth, a Specialized ADAS Calibration Center
Written by Ed Attanasio, Autobody News Published March 2, 2023 Charlie Rich has more than 30 years of experience as an entrepreneur and executive in the automotive aftermarket, in the technology, insurance, OEM and collision repair segments.
NH Legislator Wants Consumers Notified of Calibration Prior to Work
Published March 1, 2023 A hearing was held Feb. 15 on a bill by New Hampshire Rep. Tim McGough that would require auto glass repair and replacement facilities to tell customers calibrations are necessary for their vehicles prior to work being done.
Autel, Repairify Announce Agreement for Remote Diagnostics, Calibrations and Services
Published March 1, 2023 Repairify™, Inc., a portfolio company of Kinderhook Industries, LLC, and Autel U.
75% of Consumers Report Issues with ADAS After Crash-Related Repair
Published Feb. 24, 2023 Crash avoidance features have proven safety benefits, but some vehicle owners report problems with the technology following repairs---especially if the repairs involved windshield replacement or crash damage.
Collision Repairers Should Invest Now in ‘People, Capacity and Innovation’
Written by Abby Andrews, Autobody News Published Feb. 8, 2023 Auto body shop owners and managers must be aware of and ready to face the long-term effects of the COVID pandemic, said Sean Carey, president of SCG Management Consultants, in his Jan.
Hunter Engineering Focuses on Developing Strategic Solutions for Collision Repairers
By Stacey Phillips, Autobody NewsPublished Feb. 7, 2023In the 1930s, Lee Hunter Jr., a 23-year-old architectural student in St.
Critical Nature of ADAS Functionality Could Result in More Vehicle Safety Inspection Programs
Written by John Yoswick, Autobody News Published Feb. 7, 2023 About 15 states currently have some sort of periodic safety inspection for vehicles, but with drivers increasingly reliant on ADAS features, those existing state programs likely need to evolve---and more states are likely to want to find ways to ensure driver assistance features are functioning properly.
New I-CAR Vehicle Technology and Trends 2023 Course Helps Repairers Prepare for the Future
With the growing number of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) on new vehicle models, it is becoming increasingly important for collision repairers to understand how they are designed and operate.
Tesla Phantom Braking Class Action Lawsuit Includes Model 3, Model Y
Written by David A. Wood, CarComplaints.com Published Jan. 17, 2023 A Tesla phantom braking class action lawsuit alleges 2021-2022 Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y vehicles suddenly brake even though there are no objects in the road.
NOVUS Glass Announces Mobile Franchise in Bozeman, MT
Published Jan. 13, 2023 NOVUS Glass is pleased to announce the addition of NOVUS Glass of Bozeman, MT, providing mobile auto glass services to the Greater Bozeman communities.
Here’s What Happened in 8-Car Pileup in SF Blamed on Tesla’s FSD
Written by Iulian Dnistran, InsideEVs Published Jan. 11, 2023 A Thanksgiving Day accident involved eight cars and injured nine people in San Francisco’s Yerba Buena Tunnel.
asTech’s Patented Rules Engine Now Available to Help Repairers Affirm Scans
Published Jan. 11, 2023 asTech, a Repairify company, on Jan. 11 announced the full deployment of its patented Rules Engine, which presents users with the most accurate and cost-effective diagnostic scan type for the vehicle throughout the blue printing process and repair workflow.
Mercedes First Automaker to Offer Level 3 Self-Driving in U.S.
Written by Iulian Dnistran, InsideEVs Published Jan. 9, 2023 The Mercedes-Benz booth at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) showcased a bunch of new technology the German brand is preparing for the following months.
Survey Finds Many Worry About Collisions, Believe New Tech Can Help
Published Jan. 5, 2023 According to recent survey data, 83% of drivers and 78% of pedestrians are concerned about being involved in a vehicle collision, but respondents believe new technologies can significantly improve road safety.
From the Desk of Mike Anderson: Alignments Too Critical for Collision Repair Shops to Not Do Them In-House
Written by Mike Anderson, Autobody News Published Jan. 4, 2023 During a recent meeting I had with my SPARTAN 300 20 Group, we reviewed some vehicle crash test videos posted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, like this one showing a side crash test of a 2022 Toyota Corolla.
5 Trends That Changed the Auto Repair Industry in 2022
Published Dec. 28, 2022 CCC Intelligent Solutions, Inc., recently took a look at the factors that had the biggest impact on the collision repair industry in 2022, many of which were financial.
Tesla Not Allowed to Call Software ‘Full Self-Driving’ in California
Written by Johnna Crider, Teslarati Published Dec. 28, 2022 California passed a new law banning Tesla from calling its software Full Self-Driving (FSD), after the state's Department of Motor Vehicles claimed calling it FSD was false advertising.
I-CAR Announces New Vehicle Technology and Trends 2023 Course
Published Dec. 19, 2022 I-CAR®, the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair, on Dec. 19 announced open enrollment of its new Vehicle Technology and Trends 2023 course.
Car ADAS Announces New Licensee in Ohio, Calibration Connection
Published Dec. 14, 2022 Car ADAS Solutions, a leading provider of ADAS calibration technology and services, announced the addition of its first licensee in Ohio, Calibration Connection.
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