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Safelite Group Acquires Binswanger Auto Glass Division

October 5, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Binswanger operates in 12 states. Safelite Group announced the acquisition of the auto glass assets of Binswanger Glass headquartered in Memphis, Tenn with operations throughout the Midwest and Southeastern U.S. The transaction was completed on Friday, September 30. According to the Binswanger Glass website it had 49 locations offering auto glass insurance claims services in […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Auto Glass, Safelite

Driven Brands Acquires Jack Morris Auto Glass

July 28, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Driven Brands Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:DRVN) the acquisition of longstanding Tennessee-based Jack Morris Auto Glass. Family-owned and operated since 1951, Jack Morris Auto Glass grew from one location in Downtown Memphis to 10 facilities serving 90 counties throughout the Mid-South and Middle Tennessee. “To build and sustain a business through multiple generations is no easy feat,” […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Auto Glass, Driven Brands, Tennesee

Safelite Group Acquires Michigan Glass Installer

July 20, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Safelite Group announced the acquisition of Henderson Glass in Michigan. The transaction closed on Friday, July 15. “Founded in 1915, Henderson Glass has a long-standing history of outstanding customer service and a commitment to high-quality work,” said Renee Cacchillo, President and CEO of Safelite Group. “We’re proud to welcome their associates to our business.” “This […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Auto Glass, Michigan, Safelite

Interview: Chris Wallace, Ford Motor Company

July 14, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

U.S. Collision Manager for Ford details the vehicle manufacturer’s new Certified Glass Network. In May, Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) announced the launch of the Ford Certified Glass Network (FCGN). The network includes training and certification requirements for qualified, enrolled glass installers offering Original Equipment (OE) glass replacement on Ford and Lincoln vehicles. To better understand […]

Filed Under: Feature Tagged With: Auto Glass, Ford Motor Company, Interview, OEM Certification

Driven Brands Acquires Auto Glass Repairer in Indiana

June 16, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Driven Brands announced the acquisition of six Perfection Auto Glass locations. According to Driven Brands, the total addressable market for auto glass repair in North America is approximately $5 billion and growing. Perfection Auto Glass, based in Indiana, was founded almost 20 years ago and grew to become one of the largest locally owned auto […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Auto Glass, Driven Brands, Indiana

Ford Launches Certified Glass Network

May 3, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Network seeks to ensure Ford and Lincoln vehicle glass installation using original equipment procedures and parts. Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) yesterday announced the launch of the Ford Certified Glass Network (FCGN) that provides training and certification requirements for qualified, enrolled glass installers offering Original Equipment (OEM) glass replacement on Ford and Lincoln vehicles. According to […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Auto Glass, Ford Motor Company, OEM Certification

Driven Brands Acquires All Star Glass

April 29, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Driven Brands Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:DRVN) announced the continued expansion of its auto glass offering in the U.S. with the acquisition of All Star Glass. Founded by Sam Scharaga over 40 years ago, All Star Glass grew to become the largest family-owned auto glass company in the United States, through its commitment to customer safety and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Auto Glass, Driven Brands

Driven Brands Acquires Auto Glass Now for $170 Million

January 4, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Expands auto glass into the U.S. with purchase of group with more than 75 locations. Driven Brands Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:DRVN) announced the expansion of its auto glass offering into the U.S. with the acquisition of Auto Glass Now (AGN). Driven Brands acquired AGN for approximately $170 million on December 30, 2021. As part of the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Auto Glass, Driven Brands

MOPAR Partners with I-CAR for OEM Glass Repair Certification Program

June 3, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

Leveraging the collision repair expertise of Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR), Mopar is launching the Mopar Certified Glass Installer Program, the industry’s first OEM glass repair certification. I-CAR’s training and support of the new Mopar program is a perfect extension of I-CAR’s 42-year-old vision, explained John Van Alstyne, CEO and President. “I-CAR’s mission […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Agreements Signed, Auto Glass, I-CAR, Mopar, OEM Certification

Maryland Enacts Revised Auto Glass Safety Law

June 3, 2021 By CollisionWeek Editor

Maryland Enacts Revised Auto Glass Safety Law

Law specifies use of Auto Glass Safety Council standards for glass replacement. Legislation to revise Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration regulations governing auto glass replacement will become law in October following its passage by the legislature and Governor Larry Hogan allowing it to become law without signing in May. Maryland House Bill 519 revises Subsection G […]

Filed Under: Feature Tagged With: Auto Glass, Auto Glass Safety Council, legislation, Maryland

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