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LA-Area Man Pleads Guilty to Fraudulently Obtaining Luxury Cars from Victims Who Wanted Out of Leases
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CAWA 2022 Scholarship Application Now Open
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CAA Provides Update on Bills to Watch During 2022 CA Legislative Session
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Tesla Worker Collapses and Dies at Fremont Factory on Powertrain Line
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Tesla Driver Charged with Felony After Deadly Crash Killing 2
Western News
Local news stories affecting the auto body industry in California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Hawaii, Alaska and Wyoming
Tesla Semi New Prototype Working Alongside Giga Nevada’s Regular Fleet
Written by Maria Merano, Teslarati
Not long after an updated Tesla Semi prototype was sighted charging in the Gigafactory Nevada complex, the Class 8 all-electric hauler was spotted alongside the battery factory’s regular fleet of trucks.
LA Auto Show Announces ‘THE ZEVAS’ Award Winners
The Los Angeles Auto Show® on Nov. 16 announced the winners of its inaugural zero-emission vehicle awards program---THE ZEVAS™, powered by Electrify America, the nation's largest open ultra-fast DC charging network.
Officials Delay Fines for Carriers at LA Ports, Cite Progress in Clearing Backlog
Written by Madison Hirneisen, The Center Square
Officials from the Port of Long Beach and the Port of Los Angeles announced Nov. 15 they would delay issuing fees to ocean carriers for another week after seeing notable progress in clearing backlogged containers.
Classic Collision Adds 8 California Locations
Classic Collision, LLC, a national multi-site collision repair operator based in Atlanta, announced a new closing Nov. 12---the acquisition of Platinum Collision Centers in Southern California.
CAWA Forms eCommerce Task Force
One of CAWA’s most recent goals was to increase participation by eCommerce and technology companies.
Las Vegas Families Receive Refurbished Cars from NABC Recycled Rides Program
On Nov. 9, four deserving Las Vegas families, including three veterans, were presented vehicles to provide independence and the ability to work and take care of their families, thanks to the National Auto Body Council (NABC) Recycled Rides® program.
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Cargo Jam at L.A. and Long Beach Ports Begins to Ease as Hefty Fines Loom
Written by Sam Dean, Los Angeles Times
In mid-October, when the White House announced it was wading into the logistics logjam at the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles in a bid to unclog the supply chain before Christmas, 58 container ships were waiting offshore.
Universal Technical Institute Launches EV Technician Training on CA Campuses
Universal Technical Institute on Nov. 10 announced its program curriculum has been updated to include new Hybrid and Electric Vehicle (EV) technician coursework initially at its California campuses.
Insurance Commissioner Cannot Force State Farm to Pay Refunds for Overcharges: San Diego Court
Written by Harvey Rosenfield, Consumer Watchdog
The insurance commissioner cannot force insurance companies to repay consumers when they charge excessive rates, a California Court of Appeal in San Diego ruled Oct. 29.
Lifetime of Service Translates to Success for Fix Auto USA Owner
When a customer visits Fix Auto San Jose, Fix Auto Gilroy or Fix Auto Sunnyvale in northern California, they experience a focused customer service, a disciplined approach to their repair quality and a commitment to delivering on their promised repair date.