SCRS corrects common industry misconceptions on ceramic coatings

A presentation from the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) Education Committee on Tuesday addressed misinformation and things to be mindful of regarding ceramic coatings. During the SCRS Board’s open meeting in Philadelphia, SCRS Secretary [...]

2025-07-23T13:45:16-04:00July 23rd, 2025|RDN News Feed|

Tong Yang leads CAPA decertified parts for first half of the year

During the first half of this year, CAPA has decertified 36 parts, with 14 of those parts manufactured by Tong Yang.  Tong Yang had five parts decertified in June, according to CAPA’s decertified list released [...]

2025-07-23T13:44:46-04:00July 23rd, 2025|RDN News Feed|

Illinois auto and home insurance rate review bill could pick up steam following State Farm’s homeowners hike

Auto insurance could be included in legislation that Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has called for after State Farm hiked homeowners insurance by 27.2% earlier this month.  “Today, I’m directing the Illinois Department of Insurance to [...]

2025-07-23T13:44:15-04:00July 23rd, 2025|RDN News Feed|

Used vehicle prices continue to rise but no substantial affect seen yet on total loss valuations

Wholesale used vehicle prices — on a mix, mileage, and seasonally adjusted basis — were higher in June compared to May, according to Cox Automotive. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI) increased to 208.5, [...]

2025-07-22T14:59:42-04:00July 22nd, 2025|RDN News Feed|

NHTSA looking to reconsider fuel economy standards while ‘shedding’ employees

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is reconsidering its new Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, according to Reuters. NHTSA made the statement in a letter, which Reuters reports it viewed. As a result, automakers [...]

2025-07-22T14:58:41-04:00July 22nd, 2025|RDN News Feed|

Mountain States Collision Repair Assocation holds successful first event

As the industry’s newest association, the Mountain States Collision Repair Association, covering Colorado and Utah, held its first in-person event last month.  Megan Mueller, founder and president of the association, currently has 24 member shops [...]

2025-07-21T14:41:49-04:00July 21st, 2025|RDN News Feed|

Stellantis discontinues hydrogen fuel development program

Stellantis recently announced it will discontinue its hydrogen fuel cell technology development program.  “Due to limited availability of hydrogen refueling infrastructure, high capital requirements, and the need for stronger consumer purchasing incentives, the company does [...]

2025-07-21T14:41:19-04:00July 21st, 2025|RDN News Feed|

Maine legislator criticizes governor for failing to sign amended ‘right to repair’ law

Maine Gov. Janet Mills didn’t sign into law a bill passed by the legislature that its proponents say would’ve amended the state’s new “automotive right to repair” law with consumer data privacy in mind. Now, [...]

2025-07-18T09:37:19-04:00July 18th, 2025|RDN News Feed|
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