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Safelite and Bosch Collaborate on Recalibration Tools for ADAS Windshields

October 3, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Working with Bosch, the automotive supplier, Safelite announced it is introducing recalibration tools for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) this fall with the goal of having them available in at least one location in each market by the end of the year. The tools have been extensively tested and are expected to cover approximately 90 […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, Bosch, Recalibration, Safelite

Safelite Opens SuperCenter in Portland, Maine

September 14, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Safelite AutoGlass announced it is opening a new SuperCenter in Portland, Maine by October 2016. Customers in Maine and New Hampshire were previously served through Safelite’s mobile technicians and Boston-based warehouse. The all-new warehouse and store located at 421 Warren Ave. The 27,000-square-foot facility will stock frequently needed parts and hold six service bays in […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Maine, Openings, Safelite

Safelite AutoGlass Opening Two Locations in Boston Market

August 22, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Safelite AutoGlass continues to invest in the Boston area, opening two new store locations this summer with plans to hire additional technicians in the fall. Safelite currently employs 260 people in greater Boston. Thanks to growing customer preference, Safelite is opening shops just north of downtown and in Worchester County. Located at 39 Massachusetts Ave., […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Massachusetts, Openings, Safelite

Safelite Glass to Cease Manufacturing Operations

August 10, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Safelite Glass Corp., a division of Safelite Group, announced it  will close its Enfield, N.C. glass manufacturing plant by October 10. The facility employs 210 people responsible for manufacturing approximately one million replacement windshields annually. “Today, as we focus our investments on achieving our vision to become the greatest, most trusted and admired service brand, […]

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Safelite Expanding in New Mexico, Creating 900 Claim Processing Jobs

July 7, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

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Today, New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez joined state and local leaders to announce that Safelite AutoGlass will create 900 new insurance claims processing and support jobs in Rio Rancho over the next four years. The new facility will be Safelite’s fifth contact center. Safelite currently operates four contact center operations: two in Columbus, Ohio; one in […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: New Mexico, Openings, Safelite

Safelite AutoGlass Donates $340,000 to Afrika Tikkun

April 28, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Safelite AutoGlass employees turned out in a big way to raise money for the future of the most vulnerable children in South Africa. Nearly 400 people all over the world traveled to Las Vegas to participate in the 7th Annual Safelite Challenge – a volunteer-led fundraiser welcoming employees, friends, family and supplier and insurance client […]

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Safelite Acquires AAA Mid-Atlantic Auto Glass

April 12, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Safelite Group announced it has reached an agreement to acquire AAA Mid-Atlantic Auto Glass LLC, a joint venture owned by subsidiaries of AAA Club Alliance and Club Assist. Additionally, Safelite will become the preferred partner for members of all Clubs associated with AAA Club Alliance for auto glass repair and replacement needs. The transaction […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AAA Club Alliance, Acquisitions, Safelite

Safelite Announces Three Executive Appointments

March 8, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Safelite Group announced three new hires in its corporate office. Christina Hays joined as Vice President of Marketing; Cheri Sagona joined as Associate Vice President of Culture and Communications; and Abby Zimmerman joined as Director of Recruitment. As VP of Marketing, Hays has leadership responsibility for developing the company’s brand strategy and executing effective […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: People, Safelite

Safelite Acquires Missouri Glass Shop

January 7, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Safelite Group announced it has acquired Accurate Glass based in central Missouri as of the close of business December 31, 2015. Accurate Glass has been owned and operated by Scotty Rains since 2006 and has locations in Jefferson City and Camdenton. Rains will stay with the business serving as store manager for both locations. […]

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

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