President Trump signs legislation extending the deadline for businesses to apply for a forgivable loan until August 8. Approximately $130 Billion remains in program. Small-business owners now have until August 8 to apply for forgivable loans under the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). The Small Business Administration is expected to restart […]
OSHA Releases Frequently Asked Questions and Answers On Worker Safety During the Coronavirus Pandemic
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has published frequently asked questions and answers to help protect workers from exposure to the coronavirus. “OSHA developed these FAQs based on inquiries received from the public,” said Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health Loren Sweatt. “OSHA is committed […]
Nationwide Insurance Completes Transition to Independent Agency Model
On July 1, Nationwide completed its 18-month transition to operate as a fully independent agency carrier. More than 99% of the company’s formerly captive agents will transition to Nationwide’s independent agency channel and continue partnering with the company. Since the company made the announcement to transition to a fully independent model in 2018, new written […]
AIA Canada Cancels Canada Night that was Planned for November in Las Vegas
The Automotive Industries Association (AIA) of Canada announced that the 2020 edition of Canada Night has been cancelled due to ongoing uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 restrictions and concerns for the health and safety of participants. Originally scheduled for November 3, 2020, Canada Night was to have taken place during the Automotive Aftermarket Parts Exposition (AAPEX) in […]
Longtime ASA Washington Representative Don Randall Passes Away
Don Randall, the former Automotive Service Association (ASA) Washington D.C. Attorney passed away June 22. Randall represented the association on important legislative matters for two decades until the 1990s. Born in Lyons, Ga., the son of Foy Clifford and Annie Mae Autrey Randall, Randall graduated from the Walter F. George School of Law, Mercer University […]
Interview: Yaron Saghiv, UVeye
Vehicle inspection system startup mixes the latest digital scanning technology and artificial intelligence to analyze vehicle images to identify damage. The growth in the acceptance of photo estimating got a boost during the pandemic as insurers, collision repairers and customers sought to minimize interaction during the claim process. UVeye believes its technology, that combines high-resolution […]
Coalition Formed to Expand Consumer Choice and Vehicle Data Access in Collision Repair
Group currently includes Allstate, ABPA, CAPA and LKQ Corporation. The Consumer Access to Repair (CAR) Coalition formally launched July 1 by calling on Congress to explore expanded consumer choice over their personal vehicle data. The CAR Coalition is a group of independent automotive parts and repair companies, associations and insurers dedicated to preserving and protecting […]
Toyota Opens New Parts Distribution Center in Phoenix
Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) announced that it has officially opened a new parts distribution center (PDC) in Phoenix, Ariz. The new Phoenix PDC will employ up to 61 employees in a 136,000 square foot facility. The $10 million distribution center will house approximately 56,000 Toyota and Lexus parts, and serve 56 Toyota and Lexus […]
John Roth Appointed Global VP of Customer Care and Aftersales at GM
General Motors announced the appointment of John Roth, 51, as global vice president, Customer Care and Aftersales, effective Tuesday, September 1. Roth has been president and managing director of GM’s Africa and Middle East operations since June 1, 2018. He will report to Barry Engle, GM executive vice president and president, GM North America. GM’s […]
Australia’s Suncorp Launches Photo Appraisal Technology
An initiative launched in June by Suncorp’s Motor Claims team seeks to further improve customers’ claims experience. Customer Vehicle Image Capture (CVIC) gives selected customers the ability to upload images of their damaged vehicle immediately via a secured link using their smartphone. Once submitted, images are instantly accessible by the allocated repairer – meaning they […]
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