Monthly Archives: May 2017
AGSC Works to Harmonize Registration and Certification Programs
May 25, 2017
The Auto Glass Safety Council™ (AGSC) is working toward harmonization of its Registered Member Company program and its Certified Auto Glass Technician program. It’s a … Read More
2016 AGSC Validation Survey Results
May 25, 2017
The Auto Glass Safety Council™ (AGSC) surveyed validated locations in 2016, and provided Orion with the results. Orion is pleased to report the results of the … Read More
AGSC to Hold Training Session at Auto Glass Week™
May 25, 2017
The Auto Glass Safety Council™ (AGSC) will hold a training accreditation program in West Palm Beach, Fla., in October. The course will be held on … Read More
ADAS Can Lead to Higher Auto Insurance Prices
May 25, 2017
New cars with crash prevention technology and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are causing auto insurance rates to rise dramatically, according to a Wall Street Journal article published April 3. The article explains that safety features such as autonomous braking, microprocessors and cameras are often located on parts of the car most prone to accidents, such as the bumper. And when these features need replacing, the cost can be five times what it would be without these features. Read More
AGSC Spring Insurers’ Newsletter Now Available
May 25, 2017
The Auto Glass Safety Council™ (AGSC) has published its spring newsletter designed especially for insurance companies. The Spring 2017 Insurers’ Newsletter is available in a … Read More
Techs to Receive CE Credits for Attending Insurers’ Forum at Auto Glass Week
May 24, 2017
The Auto Glass Safety Council™ (AGSC) will offer an Insurers’ Continuing Education Unit (CEU) Forum on Tuesday afternoon, October 3, just before Auto Glass Week™ … Read More
Education Committee to Update AGSC Tech Certification Exam
May 24, 2017
The Auto Glass Safety Council™’s (AGSC) Education Committee currently is working to update its AGSC technician certification exams with new questions and knowledge areas. Currently, … Read More
Mark Your Calendar for Member Meeting
May 24, 2017
The Auto Glass Safety Council™ (AGSC) will hold its 2017 annual member meeting on Tuesday, October 3, in West Palm Beach, Fla., from 7:30 a.m. … Read More
Rhode Island Updates State Auto Glass Business Regulations; References AGSC
May 24, 2017
The state of Rhode Island recently revised the portion of its business regulations for those engaged in motor vehicle glass repair (section 161-RICR-300-5-3). The Rhode … Read More
California Enacts New Auto Glass Regulations
May 24, 2017
California’s Bureau of Automotive Repair recently adopted new windshield replacement regulations that went into effect on January 1, 2017. The regulations require that those who … Read More