The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has launched an online tool to help small businesses, including auto body repair shops, with environmental compliance. DNR’s Environmental Responsibility Navigator (Enviro-Nav) helps businesses understand the environmental requirements [...]
One in five automotive professionals experience a mental health condition, Andy Tylka told audience members at the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) open board meeting in Richmond, which coincided with the first day of [...]
A bill is once again before the Rhode Island legislature to increase the amount of vehicle damage that requires an appraisal performed by a licensed appraiser, and increase the amount of time insurance company appraisers [...]
In its latest advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) aftermarket forecast, the MEMA Vehicle Suppliers Association says that technology, market share, calibrations, and replacement components are growing and expanding. Updated from its first study in 2022, [...]
Two bills have been introduced in Maine that mandate standards on independent and OEM-affiliated repair facilities that conduct repairs on vehicles, one of which is specific to vehicles under manufacturer warranties. LD 1467 and LD [...]
CCC Intelligent Solutions has joined the AI Governance Alliance (AIGA) — a move that CCC says will influence more effective and transparent AI use. AIGA is a global multi-stakeholder initiative made up of more than [...]
The Oklahoma House passed an amended bill Thursday that will cap storage fees for total loss vehicles at $39 for gas vehicles and $125 a day for electric vehicles (EVs) that have sustained damage to [...]
Rivian announced Monday a $120 million investment for the construction of a supplier park near its Normal, Illinois plant. A press release says the company expects key suppliers to locate in the 1.2 million-square-foot park. [...]
Iowa’s governor has signed an assignment of benefits (AOB) bill that also requires calibrations for vehicles with ADAS. SF573 would prohibit a motor vehicle glass repair shop that is compensated for the solicitation of insurance [...]
Congress is one step closer to barring California from enforcing its own emissions standards and banning sales of gas-powered vehicles by 2035. The House passed Joint Resolutions 87, 88, and 89 last week, which include [...]
