Technical: Recalibration – A Mandatory Procedure
No light on the dash no longer means a car’s systems are back to normal after a crash repair, which is why recalibration is a must.
CEO of Google’s Self-Driving Car Project to Keynote Kickoff of Automobili-D Event
AutoMobili-D will run in conjunction with the 2017 NAIAS Press Preview and will feature more than 100 technology and mobility-focused companies from around the world.
Auto Care Association and IHS Markit to Hold Industry Analysis Webinar
“Navigating the Waters with an Eye on the Horizon: Implications for the Automotive Aftermarket” will cover whether new car sales have hit a plateau, the outlook for autonomous vehicles and more.
Are OE Certifications Worth It?
Being OE certified provides a great opportunity for the quality collision repairer to “strut their stuff” when it comes to marketing and building a trusted relationship with their local community.
Consumer Watchdog Says Second Fatal Tesla Crash Shows Firm Can’t Be Trusted
China’s CCTV reported that Gao Yaning died in January after crashing into the back of a road-sweeping truck. CCTV said the Tesla Model S was on autopilot.
Ford Mentors Students from College Race Teams, Offers Opportunities for Real-World Testing
Ford has been working with the next generation of dedicated student racers for more than a decade, offering the time and expertise of its engineers and allowing the teams to put their cars to the test in its tunnel facilities in Allen Park, Mich.
Highly Automated Driving to Spark Adoption of Centralized Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
ABI Research says that automotive OEMs will need to adopt new platforms based on powerful, centralized processors and high-speed low latency networking.
Self-Driving Uber Cars in Pittsburgh to Soon Carry Passengers
The rides, which come with a human backup driver to handle situations that the self-driving cars haven’t seen, will be free to those willing to take part.
Germany Plans to Make Black Box Mandatory in Self-Driving Cars
New legislation would help determine responsibility in the event of an accident, with the black box recording when the autopilot system was active, when the driver drove and when the system requested that the driver take over.
ASA to Host Telematics Policy Webinar July 27th
During ASA’s upcoming webinar, participants will hear from aftermarket representatives, vehicle manufacturers and ASA leadership about the implications of policy developments for repair professionals.
