Google’s Self-Driving Car Report Shows Need for Driver Behind Wheel
Consumer Watchdog claims that, over 15 months, Google’s robot technology failed and handed control to the driver 272 times, and a test driver felt compelled to intervene 69 times.
Thousands of Shops Reach OE Certification Status in 2015
Official certification program statistics reveal while over 2,000 shops reached “certified” status, still less than 10 percent of industry shops have been able to make the grade and become OEM certified so far.
Caliber Collision Donates Record 30 Recycled Rides in 2015
Caliber Collision teamed up with its insurance partners to provide transportation to active-duty service members and veterans, families transitioning from homelessness into independent living, single parents and nonprofit support service organizations.
New Car Registrations Top 17M for First Time Since 2006
Experian Automotive data also showed that Ford, Chevrolet, Toyota, Honda and Nissan held the top five spots in market share in 2015, making up 54 percent of the 17 million new vehicle registrations.
BASF-Painted Show Cars Earn Accolades at SEMA 2015
A 1965 Chevy Impala “Imposter” from Chip Foose featuring a Glasurit 90 Line custom Imposter Pearl Dark and Imposter Pearl Light was just one of several cars that earned awards.
Goodguys Rod & Custom Association Announces 2016 Event Schedule
Pre-registration is available online for the 2016 events. Register by Dec. 31st for the 2016 events to save $10.
California DMV to Post Autonomous Vehicle Accident Reports Online
Under the current testing regulations, manufacturers must provide the DMV with a report of the crash within 10 business days of the incident.
Consumer Watchdog Petitions California DMV to Amend Driverless Car Testing Rules
Amendment would require police to investigate accidents and require driverless car companies to provide video and technical data related to the crashes.
From the VP: So You Want to Open Up a Body Shop?
Times have changed, cars have changed and the equipment needed not only to repair modern-day vehicles properly but make you efficient has also changed.
Car-Tech Collision Earns Certification from Assured Performance
In addition to the new certification, Car-Tech Collision is also officially recognized by FCA, GM, Infiniti, Nissan and Hyundai.