IIHS: In just 2 years, percentage of vehicles with front crash protection has crossed 50%
— August 26, 2015In 2013, when the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety first started rating models for front crash
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$33M incentive for Solera execs to stay if sale occurs; 4Q webcast silent on AudaExplore parent’s search for buyer
— August 26, 2015The Solera board of directors on Sunday approved $33 million in incentives for “key employees” to
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Intriguing developments, predictions in 3-D carbon-fiber automotive printing
— August 24, 2015Recent reports in Popular Mechanics and Wards Auto offer some glimpses of the future of automotive 3-D
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2016 Honda Accord has aluminum hood, $1K-$2K crash-prevention tech option
— August 24, 2015The 2016 model refresh of the mega-selling Honda Accord will have an aluminum hood and offer optional
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Aluminum pulsed MIG welding outlined in new SCRS video; also, see welder comparison chart
— August 21, 2015Synergic pulsed MIG welding not only is a necessary skill to repair new aluminum vehicles, it’s
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AudaExplore parent Solera exploring ‘strategic options’; financial press says that’s code for sale
— August 21, 2015Solera, which owns AudaExplore and Audatex and recently announced exclusivity deals with Tesla and Suncorp,
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IP news: Australian insurer Suncorp picks Solera in exclusive deal; Mitchell still seeks Lexus
— August 14, 2015Suncorp, one of the largest insurers in Australia, will use Solera’s damage assessment and claims
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GM MyPriceLink pilot now testing fluctuating prices, still on track for 4Q launch
— August 14, 2015CLARIFICATION: The MyPriceLink program gives GM the capability to change OEM list prices quickly in the
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Mitchell webinar poll: Aluminum in Ford F-150 won’t hurt sales, will increase repair costs
— August 13, 2015An informal poll completed by a couple hundred Mitchell webinar listeners Thursday found bullishness
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VW adding cheap auto-braking, lane protection to most 2016 models
— August 11, 2015Volkswagen will offer cheap safety options on many of its 2016 model year vehicles — including
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