Swedish freight technology company Einride announced it has received approval from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to operate its Autonomous Electric Transport (AET) vehicles on U.S. public roads.

Lucid Group, Inc., on June 24 announced the official opening of its first retail location in the Pacific Northwest at University Village in Seattle, WA.

Many automakers specify that pinch weld and frame clamps are used for securing unitized and full frame vehicles to equipment for measuring and repair operations.

Getaround on June 24 announced a partnership with the City of Salem, MA, to increase access to reliable transportation through car sharing.

Classic Collision, LLC, a leading national multi-site collision repair operator based in Atlanta, announced two new closings June 24---the acquisition of Jones Auto Wrecking Company in Florence, SC, and Gabe’s Collision Center in San Antonio, TX.

New-vehicle retail sales for June 2022 are expected to decline when compared with June 2021, according to a joint forecast from J.D. Power and LMC Automotive.

 
The CARSTAR Chicagoland business group hosted its June meeting at sponsor Axalta’s facility.

Say goodbye to range anxiety.

In 2021, Missouri increased the state gas tax by 2.5 cents per gallon per year for the next five years, to 15 cents per gallon total.

Colorado, Illinois, New York, Oklahoma and Utah will hold their 2022 primary elections June 28, and it’s important to know which candidates support racing when going to the polls or voting early.

Did you know you can read all five regional editions of Autobody News before they appear in print?

Even though at first glance the Tesla Cybertruck most recently spotted looks almost identical to the original prototype/concept shown in November 2019, the electric truck has undergone some changes.

It’s been less than two months since Toyota launched the bZ4X, its first mass-produced all-electric SUV, but the Japanese automaker has now initiated a global recall for the vehicle.

The car market has been messy for some time now, to say the least. A lack of parts, reduced new-car inventory and rising prices on both the new and used market have made a big impact on consumers.

Service King's comprehensive approach to sustainability and emphasis on strategies for environmental and health performance was brought to life through its first Leadership in Energy and EnvironmentalDesign (LEED)-certified facility in San Antonio.

Major automakers and industry suppliers on June 22 urged Congress to move quickly to pass $52 billion in subsidies for U.S. semiconductor production, according to a letter seen by Reuters.

President Joe Biden has moved forward with a full-throated call to suspend the federal gas tax for three months alongside other new actions to attack one of the biggest drivers of inflation.

EVgo Inc. on June 22 announced it was selected for proposed awards for two new California Energy Commission (CEC) Reliable, Equitable and Accessible Charging for multi-family Housing (REACH) grants totaling $3.6 million.

Summer travel is already in full swing and Independence Day will be no exception as AAA predicts 47.9 million people will travel 50 miles or more from home over the holiday weekend (June 30–July 4).

Lauderhill, FL, firefighters extinguished a large fire that broke out June 20 at an auto repair shop.

The national average for a gallon of gas fell below $5 as of June 21, bringing modest relief at the pump for beleaguered drivers.

Gas prices have soared across the U.S. over the past several months, and California lawmakers are at odds over the state's highest-in-the-nation prices at the pump.

Part of the Illinois state budget that begins July 1 includes a delay in the annual motor fuel tax increase.

 
More than 20 first responders from Myrtle Beach, SC, fire departments and surrounding areas gathered recently for a hands-on demonstration of the latest techniques in emergency vehicle extrication, preparing them to provide the best response for car accident victims, thanks to the National Auto Body Council (NABC)® F.R.E.E.™ program, CARSTAR Myrtle Beach, USAA Insurance and Genesis Rescue Systems.

 
On June 21, three deserving Dallas residents, including a veteran, were presented vehicles to provide them independence and the ability to work and take care of their families, thanks to the National Auto Body Council (NABC) Recycled Rides^® program along with car donors and local representatives from Farmers Insurance^®, Allstate and GEICO and repair partners DFW Collision, Crest Cadillac and On the Road Garage, all based in the Dallas area.

Tesla has been showcasing the Cybertruck quite frequently as of late, with the all-electric pickup truck appearing at the Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition Conference (CVPR) in New Orleans recently.

Former Tesla elevator operator Owen Diaz rejected a $15 million award in his lawsuit claiming racial abuse from his coworkers at the Fremont Factory in California. 

James Song has skills---as he demonstrated at the North Carolina State SkillsUSA competition, where he won first place in post-secondary automotive refinishing technology.

CARSTAR announced the opening of CARSTAR Apple Valley Collision Center, located at 6904 145th W., Apple Valley, MN 55124.

Although women make up 50% of the workforce, only 2% work as automotive service technicians.

ProColor Collision Rialto is the latest to join ProColor Collision’s growing footprint in the U.S. as the iconic collision repair brand reinforces its market presence across the country.

As demand for emissions testing and related services increases, the SEMA Garage has added new staff to help members process and obtain CARB EOs.

On June 20, Caliber Collision opened a new center at 1233 East Butler Road in Greenville, SC, marking 1,500 centers nationwide.

Dedicated to helping expand the automotive refinish workforce, Global Finishing Solutions (GFS) is proud to collaborate with Lincoln Tech to train the next wave of collision repair technicians.

The San Francisco Bay Area’s Hillsborough Concours d’Elegance, an annual gathering of incredible cars spanning every era of automotive excellence, returns for its 66th edition June 26.

Toyota on June 21 announced the team that will launch its newest plant in North America, Toyota Battery Manufacturing, North Carolina (TBMNC).

The Auto Care Association applauded the enactment of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA), which was overwhelmingly passed by Congress and signed June 16 by President Joe Biden.

Masks will once again be optional at Ford Motor Co., General Motors and Chrysler-parent Stellantis facilities.

President Joe Biden said June 20 he would decide on a potential gas tax holiday by the end of the week.

Shifting political winds during the U.S. November mid-term elections could spell trouble for automakers' hopes of getting billions of dollars in consumer tax credits that would help the U.S. compete with Chinese and European rivals.

On June 16, the day of its 119th anniversary, Ford Motor Company decided to give a gift to enthusiasts, releasing archival materials from over the past century.

First responders to electric vehicle crashes and fires will have more assistance from eight companies that followed a safety recommendation from the National Transportation Safety Board.

Former Tesla employees are suing the EV manufacturer, claiming the recent mass layoffs violated federal law.

FedEx Corp. announced June 21 it has received its first 150 electric delivery vehicles from BrightDrop, the technology startup from General Motors decarbonizing last-mile delivery.

Colors on Parade is expanding into the North Louisiana market.

Car-O-Liner^® has added an online events calendar to its website as a helpful resource for customers looking to register for upcoming training events.

Crash Champions announced June 21 it has entered into an agreement with Mike’s Auto Body, a leading family-owned collision repair MSO in the greater San Francisco Bay Area.

Brillhart's Body Shop in Coshocton, OH, didn't start out as a family-owned business and it wasn't Tom Babcock's intentions to make it so when he took over in 2014. 

The Rhode Island House approved an accelerated phase out of car taxes for East Providence residents on June 17.

Dave Luehr’s Elite Body Shop Solutions announced the next installment of its popular free Elite Webinar Series: “How to Compete with Giants (without spending the big money they do!)”