Leading News

Auto Glass Replacement Safety Legislation Offered in Two States
AGSC supported legislation that would create state auto glass replacement safety standards, similar to the law passed in Maryland in 2021, was introduced in Virginia and Massachusetts in January.
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AGSC Committees Met via Zoom in January
The Auto Glass Safety Council conducted its winter meetings in early January. The meetings were held via Zoom after the planned in-person meetings in Tampa, FL had to be scuttled due to the Omicron variant.
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AGSC Technician Certification Requirement for Members
It is a requirement of AGSC membership that all auto glass replacement (AGR) technicians employed by AGSC Registered Member Companies be AGSC certified technicians.
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Why Not Volunteer?
AGSC has several committees, including two standards committees, that can always use more volunteers.
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Can We Use Your Pictures?
AGSC is looking for photos of how AGSC Registered Member Companies market their AGSC Registration to their customers.

We would love to receive pictures of your technicians with their technician accreditation and AGSC Registered Member Company patches on their uniforms, shirts or aprons. Pictures showing the AGSC Registered Member Company window clings on your shop or vehicle windows or the AGSC Registered Member Company counter signs, brochures or registration certificate in your lobby are also greatly appreciated. Who knows? You just may end up on the cover of the next AGSC Member Directory sent to insurers who request it.

Photos that are in 300 dpi and as large as possible are best, but all are welcome.

Please submit your pictures by email to Kathy Bimber at kbimber@agsc.org with your contact information.

Legislative News

Seth Maiman
AGSC Director of Public Affairs

Virginia HB 699 Proposed by Delegate Mark Keam
The beginning of the new year also means the beginning of the state legislative session in many states, and it looks like it is going to be a busy legislative year for auto glass. Some state legislatures operate on a two-year cycle like the U.S. Congress, but several others conduct short – 45, 60 or 90 day – legislative sessions at the beginning of the year.
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For more information on AGSC's legislative efforts, please contact Seth Maiman, AGSC Director of Public Affairs, at smaiman@agsc.org.

Member News

Welcome New AGSC Registered Member Companies (November-December 2021)
Three companies joined the list of safety-conscious auto glass companies by becoming accredited Registered Member Companies of the prestigious Auto Glass Safety Council™ (AGSC).
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Welcome New AGSC Associate Member (November-December 2021)
One company has recently joined the Auto Glass Safety Council™ (AGSC) as an associate member. Associate members are suppliers and non-installation companies that wish to show their support for the AGSC.
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What's New with You?
One of the challenges we face in the auto glass industry is marketing our industry, our companies and our staff outside of our auto glass bubble. AGSC members are great companies with amazing people in this multi-faceted industry of ours, and we need to get the word out.
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Certification News

Congratulations to These Master Auto Glass Technicians (November-December)
Several technicians earned their Auto Glass Safety Council™ (AGSC) Master Auto Glass Technician certifications during the months of November and December. They have become certified at the highest level AGSC offers.
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Master Technician Spotlight: James Chapman, Richardson Glass Service, Newark, Ohio
James Chapman of Richardson Glass Service in Newark, Ohio recently earned his Master Auto Glass Technician certification from the Auto Glass Safety Council™ (AGSC).
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Master Technician Spotlight: Dustin Hass, Glass Doctor of Maumee, Ohio
Dustin Hass of Glass Doctor of Maumee, Ohio recently earned his AGSC Master Auto Glass Technician certification.
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Master Technician Spotlight: Keith Tracy, Southeastern Glass Co., Byesville, Ohio
Keith Tracy of Southeastern Glass Co. in Byesville, Ohio recently earned his AGSC Master Auto Glass Technician certification.
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Event News

Plan Now to Attend Auto Glass Week™ in San Antonio September 14-16, 2022
Auto Glass Week™ will be held September 14-16 at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas. This exciting event brings all segments of the auto glass industry under one roof for quality education, business-building and nail-biting competitions.
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Competition Prizes Heat Up for Auto Glass Week 2022
Repair and replacement technicians start sharpening your skills! Everything is bigger and hotter in Texas, and now the competition prize money for Auto Glass Week™ 2022 (AGW), Sept. 14-16 in San Antonio, is smokin'.
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Safety News

U.S. Takes On 'Crisis' of Rising Crash Deaths with Bold, Nationwide Strategy
The United States has joined other nations of the world to combat carnage on its roads by adopting a far-reaching, coordinated, and countrywide plan. On Thursday, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced details of the first ever National Roadway Safety Strategy (NRSS).
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Kia Motors America Recalls 2020 Kia Cadenza for Rear Power Window Malfunction
Kia Motors America has issued a recall for 2020 Kia Cadenza vehicles manufactured from April 1, 2020 to Oct. 15, 2020.
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Hyundai Recalls Certain Sante Fe, Sonata and Elantra Models for Improperly Bonded Windshields
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued a recall in late December for certain 2020-2021 Hyundai Sante Fe, 2021 Sonata and Elantra vehicles for improperly bonded windshields.
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Ford Develops Job Aids for ADAS with Glass and Without
Ford has developed three new job aids, two of which are for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems. The job aids are intended to assist in ADAS repairs of Ford and Lincoln models.
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Tesla to Recall 365K Model 3 Cars with Malfunctioning Rearview Cameras
Tesla is recalling more than 356,000 Model 3 vehicles based on potential issues owners may encounter with the rearview camera cable, which could be damaged when the trunk is closed. This can cause the camera to malfunction, documents state.
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Ford Recalls Bronco Models for Faulty Moonroofs
Ford issued a fifth recall this year on the Bronco Sport. This time the recall is for faulty sunroofs.
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Auto Glass Safety Council™
P.O. Box 569
Garrisonville, VA 22463
540/720-7484 (P)
540/720-5687 (F)
info@agsc.org

Certification Information
Vinny LaMarco
vlamarco@agsc.org
540/602-3252

Membership Information
Kathy Bimber
kbimber@agsc.org
540/602-3263

Public Affairs Information
Seth Maiman
smaiman@agsc.org
540-602-3281

Upcoming Events

September 14-16, 2022
Auto Glass Week™
Henry B. González Convention Center
San Antonio, TX
www.autoglassweek.com