Auto policies were up over 16% in August compared to last year. The Progressive Corporation (NYSE: PGR) reported its total personal auto insurance policies in force were 26,099,000 in August, an increase of 3,689,100 or 16.5% from 22,409,900 in August 2024. The August total personal auto policies in force set another new record for the […]
Nearly All U.S. Drivers Engage in Aggressive Driving
Ninety-six percent of drivers admitted to aggressive driving behaviors in the past year, and exposure to such conduct makes drivers more likely to act aggressively themselves, according to new research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety released Monday. The study found that aggressive driving has become nearly universal, with 92% of drivers reporting behaviors […]
State Farm Awarded $105,000 to 16 Collision Repair Schools through CREF Grant Program
State Farm has awarded $25,000 to a collision repair program in western New York as part of its effort to address a skilled collision repair technician shortage affecting the industry. The Erie 2 Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES LoGuidice Educational Center (E2CCB) in Fredonia, N.Y. received the funding through the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) Benchmark Award funded […]
NHTSA Issues Park Outside Notice for Nearly 200,000 BMW Vehicles for Fire Risk, Orders Owners to Park Outside
BMW of North America has recalled approximately 200,000 model year 2019-2022 vehicles due to fire risk and is instructing owners to park outside until repairs are completed. The recall affects seven BMW models and 1,469 Toyota Supra vehicles manufactured by BMW. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced the recall today. The agency advises owners […]
AkzoNobel Expands Sustainable Repair Network in Europe
AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes has certified 203 body shops across 10 European countries through its Sustainable Repair Network, the company announced Sept. 24. The program, launched over two years ago, spans 119 companies with an additional 290 body shops awaiting certification. The network operates in Denmark, Finland, France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Poland, Austria and the […]
Autobrake Slashes Rear-End Crash Risk at Intersections with Red Light Safety Cameras
IIHS research finds AEB systems reduce crashes caused by drivers’ braking suddenly to avoid cameras. The growth of automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems undercuts a common gripe about red light safety cameras by preventing rear-end crashes that can occur when drivers stop short, a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows. Red […]
Root Insurance Launches in Washington State, Completes West Coast Expansion
Root Insurance Co. (NASDAQ: ROOT) announced Tuesday that it is now offering auto insurance in Washington state, completing the company’s expansion across the West Coast. The technology-focused insurance carrier now serves customers in Washington, Oregon and California, reaching what the company says is more than 78% of the U.S. population. “With this expansion into Washington, […]
ASA Backs Congressional Proposals to Expand SBA Lending
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) is supporting congressional proposals that would reduce loan requirements and increase borrowing limits for small businesses seeking U.S. Small Business Administration backing. The proposals were discussed during a U.S. House of Representatives Small Business Committee hearing this week titled Pathway to Capital: The Role of SBA Lending in Supporting Main […]
UK Health and Safety Executive to Inspect 1,000 Repair Facilities in Isocyanate Safety Crackdown
The United Kingdom’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE) announced it will conduct 1,000 inspections of motor vehicle repair businesses across Great Britain to address occupational asthma among paint sprayers. The campaign targets workplaces using isocyanate-containing paints and coatings, which HSE identifies as the leading cause of occupational asthma in the UK. Workers who develop the […]
Connecticut Supreme Court Reverses Ruling on Towing Equipment Charges in Victory for Vehicle Recovery Services
Hourly charges for specialized equipment used for non-consensual towing allowed by Justices. DMV had argued that charges should be part of hourly labor rates. The Connecticut Supreme Court yesterday reversed a lower court decision that prohibited towing companies from charging for specialized equipment used in “exceptional services,” ruling that wrecker services can recover costs for […]
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