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COVID-19 Forces Delay of Museum-Grade Vannoy Collection Auction
Mecum's auction of the Eddie Vannoy Collection was originally scheduled to run June 3-7, but due to COVID-19, this auction is now being pushed back to a future date this year, yet to be determined.
Lincoln Educational Services Re-Opens Nashville Campus
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation, a national leader in specialized technical training, including automotive technology, the skilled trades, health care, IT, culinary and cosmetology, announced May 18 it has re-opened its Nashville, TN, campus and resumed on-site instruction on a limited basis.
Mercedes-Benz to Idle AL Plant Next Week Over Parts Shortage
Mercedes-Benz said it will halt production next week at its Tuscaloosa County, AL, factory due to a shortage of parts---a work stoppage it plans to make up later this summer.
Police Break Up FL Chop Shop Ring Targeting '80s Classic Cars
The St. Petersburg Police Department in Florida announced it arrested two men in connection with a string of stolen vehicles in the Tampa Bay area.
GM’s Spring Hill Manufacturing to Run on the Sun
General Motors’ Spring Hill Manufacturing plant in Tennessee is expected to be powered by 100% solar energy beginning in late 2022.
Restaurants Go to Half Capacity, Gyms Reopen Under FL’s ‘Full Phase One’ Plan
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced May 15 that Florida gyms can reopen and restaurants' indoor seating can expand to 50% capacity beginning May 18.
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Mediator Cancels Scheduled Session in Auto Glass AOB Fraud Lawsuit
Mediator Stanford Blake of Tampa, FL, filed a notice of cancellation May 11 for a virtual mediation set for May 27 via Zoom in the ongoing legal showdown between Allstate Insurance Company, Allstate Fire and Casualty Insurance Company, Allstate Indemnity Company and Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance Company (collectively Allstate) and defendants Auto Glass America LLC (AGA) and its owner, Charles Isaly.
Honda, Toyota Reopen AL Plants With COVID-19 Protection Measures
Honda Manufacturing of Alabama reopened its auto plant in Lincoln on May 11, the same day Toyota Motor Manufacturing Alabama started back its engine plant in Huntsville, AL.
Legislative Fight Coming in NC Over Virus-Related Workers Compensation Claims
A fight is brewing in North Carolina over workers compensation rules tied to COVID-19, with business groups that lobby the General Assembly pushing back against changes that would make it easier for employees to win claims.
Empire Auto Parts Launches Service in North Carolina
Empire Auto Parts, a leading distributor of quality replacement crash and cooling parts, announced the opening of its fourth distribution center.