Newly released PPP information indicates that collision repairers continued to need, seek and obtain federal COVID-19 assistance during the extension granted after the program’s original end date. Congress’ decision to extend the Paycheck Protection Program [...]
NPR reported early Wednesday afternoon that congressional leaders were closing in on a new COVID-19 relief deal “expected to include many elements of the bipartisan proposal” suggested by some Senate and House lawmakers Monday. This [...]
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety on Tuesday said at least 10 automakers had ditched or improved “inferior” headlights for the 2021 model year. The IIHS cited its tougher testing as a reason for the [...]
Ford OEM repair procedures indicate SRS components like those depicted in the latest free “On Target” shop newsletter can be associated with an extensive inspection and replacement process following a crash. The fourth-quarter On Target [...]
Ford’s latest free “On Target” newsletter for professional auto body shops has hit the stand, and repairers should take advantage of the industry resource. While cautioning that none of the content represents a substitute for [...]
Veoneer on Monday announced it had started manufacturing its latest version of “Night Vision,” which will debut on the 2021 Cadillac Escalade as an option. The fourth generation of the thermal sensing technology offers a [...]
We recently explored the topic of auto repair premises liability following a $1.8 million North Carolina settlement involving a fall into an open auto service pit. On Monday, we discussed the subject again with North [...]
General Motors on Wednesday announced new parts packaging for GM Genuine Parts and the automaker’s ACDelco brand. “We’re executing a focused, disciplined strategy to improve our core business and position the company for future growth,” [...]
Farmers announced Friday it had purchased MetLife’s auto and home insurance business. The nearly $4 billion deal involves both the Farmers Group, which is owned by Zurich Insurance, and the Farmers Exchanges. The Farmers Exchanges [...]
A North Carolina auto repair facility and its franchisor have reached a $1.8 million settlement with an elderly man who fell into an open service pit. The 84-year-old plaintiff suffered a brain hemorrhage and a [...]
