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Car ADAS Solutions Signs First NY Calibration Center, Largest Licensee

Empire ADAS in Clifton Park, NY, operates out of a 6,800-square-foot facility. Written by Autobody News Staff Published Nov.
November 14, 2023 Autobody News Staff

North Carolina EV Fast-Charger Production Plant Receives Certification

The Finland-based company can now start production at its first facility in North America. Written by Autobody News Staff Published Nov.
November 13, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Conference Includes Discussion of Sublet Requirements, Tech Access to OEM Procedures

"I think the days of sublet with no documentation...is going to change dramatically in the near future,” Frank Terlep said.
November 9, 2023 John Yoswick

AirPro Diagnostics Auggie Mobile Device Meets IIHS and NHTSA Standards for Calibration 

AirPro Diagnostics Auggie Mobile Device Meets IIHS and NHTSA Standards for Calibration The Auggie renders ADAS targets and lighting conditions according to the OEM’s requirements, and works with most major scan tools.
November 8, 2023 Autobody News Staff

EVs Totaled at Lower Rate than ICE Vehicles

Recent claims data from Mitchell debunks the perception that EVs are more often declared a total loss following a crash than their ICE counterparts.
November 8, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Car ADAS Solutions Announces New Texas Licensee

The team at Smart Vehicle Solutions got help with staff training and finding and permitting the right building to open a calibration business.
November 8, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Subaru, Lucid to Adopt NACS Ports for EV Charging

The automakers join several others who have announced this year they will adopt Tesla's technology to give their customers access to its Supercharger network.
November 7, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Toyota Announces Additional $8 Billion Investment at NC EV Battery Plant

This brings the automaker's total investment to approximately $13.9 billion and job creation to more than 5,000.
November 7, 2023 Autobody News Staff

More Technicians Needed in PA to Fix Broken EV Charging Stations

SAE International is developing a certification program for charging station maintenance, which should be available by the end of this year.
November 3, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Tesla Found Not Responsible for Fatal Autopilot Crash

The landmark case was the first one brought against the automaker for a crash that caused a death. Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published Nov.
November 2, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Goliath Carts, Hunter Engineering Win Best New Product Awards at SEMA 2023

The companies were winners in the collision repair and refinish and ADAS product categories, respectively.
November 2, 2023 Abby Andrews

asTech Announces Scanning Support for Tesla Vehicles

asTech remote OEM scans are now available for more than 99% of Teslas. Written by Autobody News Staff Published Oct.
October 27, 2023 Autobody News Staff

bp Pulse Invests $100 Million in Tesla Chargers for Network Expansion

The partnership marks the first time Tesla's hardware will be integrated into an independent EV charging network.
October 27, 2023 Autobody News Staff

GM Delays Opening of Ultium Cell Plant in Tennessee

GM Delays Opening of Ultium Cells Plant in Tennessee The plant, which will produce cells for longer-lasting, more affordable EVs, was originally set to open by the end of this year.
October 27, 2023 Autobody News Staff

GM, Honda Scrapping EV Partnership

The collaboration was meant to produce entry-level, affordable EVs, a strategy both companies no longer intend to pursue.
October 25, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Former Nikola CEO Ordered to Pay $165M in Damages

An arbitration panel determined Trevor Milton owes his former company for costs and damages it incurred due to his controversial actions.
October 25, 2023 Autobody News Staff

asTech Releases Rules Engine Case Study No. 5

The case study shows the importance of making the right tool choice using empirical data to ensure a safe and proper repair.
October 24, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Tesla Receives More Requests Regarding Autopilot and FSD from DOJ

Tesla's semi-autonomous driver assistance suites are also under investigation by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration.
October 23, 2023 Autobody News Staff

John Bean Tru-Point, More Snap-on TSS Products to Be Showcased at SEMA

SEMA Show attendees are encouraged to stop by one of three booths featuring the ADAS calibration tool for demonstrations.
October 23, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Hunter Engineering to Preview Revolutionary Ultimate ADAS™ at SEMA

The new system combines world-class alignment with the fastest and easiest target placements. Written by Autobody News Staff Published Oct.
October 19, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Gerber Collision & Glass, Opus IVS Partner to Deliver Scanning and Diagnostics

Gerber Collision & Glass, Opus IVS Partner to Deliver Scanning and Diagnostics Opus' DriveSafe platform will consolidate services at Gerber's collision repair and glass replacement locations nationwide.
October 19, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Tesla Confirms Cybertruck Deliveries to Begin in November

The all-electric truck's launch will finally arrive four years after it was first announced. Written by Joey Klender, Teslarati Published Oct.
October 18, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Research Finds Charging EVs will Increase Colorado Energy Bills

Building wind and solar facilities and new transmission lines to bolster the grid will contribute to the expected higher rates.
October 18, 2023 Autobody News Staff

New MotorTrend Documentary Examines China’s EV Production in Mexico, Impact on U.S. Market 

New MotorTrend Documentary Examines China’s EV Production in Mexico, Impact on U.S. Market  The show visits representatives of Chinese automakers to dig into plans to cross the border tariff-free with potentially more affordable, quality EV options.
October 17, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Delaware Has Given 4,207 EV Rebates for $9.7M Since 2015

The state's rebate program was launched in 2015 to accelerate EV adoption, improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
October 17, 2023 Autobody News Staff

GM Delays Electric Pickup Production as EV Demand Levels Off

The automaker plans to make engineering changes to increase the profitability of the electric Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra.
October 17, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Autonomy, Atlantic Coast Automotive Partner to Offer EV Subscription Service

Autonomy's subscription package covering insurance, maintenance and more will now be available to customers through Atlantic Coast Automotive's network.
October 17, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Ford Could Cut F-150 Lightning Production Due to Waning Demand

Ford confirmed it is temporarily cutting a shift at the Michigan factory that produces the electric pickup, but said it is due to supply chain disruptions.
October 17, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Honda, Mitsubishi to Explore New EV-Related Business Ventures

The two Japanese automakers signed an agreement to look into battery lifetime management and smart charging businesses.
October 16, 2023 Autobody News Staff

Car Dealers Protest Proposal Allowing Direct EV Sales in Washington State

One dealer manager said the proposal "ignores the significant negative impact this action would have on our small local businesses, employees and communities.
October 12, 2023 Autobody News Staff

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