More than 410,000 Kias recalled, airbags may not deploy
— February 4, 2022More than 410,000 Kia Soul, Soul EV, Sedona, Forte, and Forte Koup models have been recalled because airbags might not deploy. Model years affected are…
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4 regional trade shows coming up: Find out when & where
— February 3, 2022Four regional trade shows for the collision repairer community and automotive industry at large will all be in-person this year, with the first in March….
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AAA study finds all ADAS-equipped vehicles should have driver-facing cameras for distraction detection
— February 3, 2022A newly released 27-page American Automobile Association (AAA) study on the effectiveness of driver monitoring systems in vehicles equipped with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)…
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CIC committee details importance of OEM procedure research & highlights steps repairers should be taking with every repair
— February 2, 2022Database Enhancement Gateway (DEG) Administrator Danny Gredinberg and the Collision Industry Conference (CIC) Estimating & Repair Planning Committee recently drove home the importance of repairers…
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Georgia bill would throw out EV-limiting legislation opening up sales to Rivian, others
— February 1, 2022As it stands right now, startup company Rivian Automotive won’t be able to sell the electric vehicles it manufactures in Georgia within the state, but…
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UPDATED: U.S. DOT implements ambitious safety plan with goal of zero roadway deaths
— February 1, 2022Calling the status quo “unacceptable,” U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg last week unveiled the DOT’s new safety plan to decrease the number of roadway…
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South Carolina bill would give consumers choice of repair shop, right to appraisal
— February 1, 2022South Carolina House Bill 4847, called the Rural Area Support Act, focuses on ensuring consumer choice and safety when it comes to collision repairs. The…
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More businesses offering retirement plan to recruit, retain employees; Find out how SCRS can help
— January 31, 2022While employers compete to recruit and retain employees – some by raising salaries and wages – 401(k) and retirement plans are becoming a commonly used…
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Total loss vehicles disguised with clean titles: What that means for the repair industry & consumer safety
— January 28, 2022Three speakers shared each of their unique perspectives about the impact of rising total loss claims at the Jan. 20 meeting of the Collision Industry…
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Why you might owe a co-pay for your auto repairs & tips for insurance policy shopping
— January 27, 2022Wisconsin Collision Repair Professionals (WCRP) wants consumers to know more about the collision repair industry, with helpful tips such as why they might have to pay…
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