Novosense Microelectronics, a semiconductor company specializing in high-performance analog and mixed-signal chips, and Continental Automotive Technologies, have announced plans to collaborate on the development of automotive-grade in-vehicle safety sensors. The companies will also integrate Novosense’s [...]

A Massachusetts woman has filed a class action lawsuit against Progressive Direct Insurance Co. over the alleged denial of collision and comprehensive auto insurance coverage. The complaint was filed Nov. 4 in Suffolk County Superior [...]

Electric vehicles (EVs) are most commonly involved in front-end collisions and, on average, are 40% costlier than those involving rear-end impacts, according to Mitchell International’s Q3 “Plugged-In: EV Collision Insights” report. Based on Mitchell data, [...]

Normal trade relations with China could end if a bill filed Thursday by Rep. John Moolenaar (R-Mich.) is passed by Congress.  “Having permanent normal trade relations with China has failed our country, eroded our manufacturing [...]

The era of the single store, generalist body shop is coming to an end, said Cole Strandberg, Focus Investment Banking managing director, during a Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) IDEAS Collide presentation.  “It’s all [...]

Evolving innovations and policymaking regarding in-vehicle and app-connected data sources were discussed during one of three Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit sessions and focused on how telematics can ultimately [...]

The cost of vehicle maintenance and repairs has increased by 28% over the past three years, according to a Wall Street Journal (WSJ) article.  “Getting into a fender bender can be a mind bender these [...]

Collision repairers now have an opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback on Lucid Motors repair procedures through a Position Statement Request Form. Matthew Pitta, Lucid body repair technical manager, said Lucid wanted to give [...]

Volkswagen announced Tuesday it raised an investment in Rivian from $5 billion to $5.8 billion, multiple media sites are reporting.  The New York Times reports the funding includes a 50 percent stake in the venture. [...]

GM announced a new digital experience that helps customers navigate what they do following a vehicle collision during a Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit at SEMA last week.  “I [...]