Importance of Reliable ADAS Calibration Service
Automobile technology is advancing at a breakneck pace. Today’s modern vehicles can come equipped with many different advanced safety features built right into the windshield or other areas of their car which is wonderful…until you have a problem with your windshield. If your windshield breaks or needs repair, you may need to recalibrate your car’s…
Have You Tinted Your Home’s Windows?
Windows are an important architectural feature of any home. Whether your home has 10 small windows or 40 windows or varying size, your windows let in natural light and enhance the beauty of your home. While you want to let in light, the sun’s harmful UV rays can actually cause damage to your home and…
The Future of Self-Driving Cars and Smart Windows
Nothing speaks of the future more than the dawn of self-driving cars. While current technology is limited to driver assistance technologies such as keeping the car in lane, emergency braking and speed controls, fully automated vehicles are not too far off in the future. Soon commuters everywhere will be zooming along highways in vehicles that…
How Chinese Tariffs Are Affecting the US Auto Glass Industry
As the trade war between the United States of America and China has stretched from late 2018 into 2019 the extent of the tariffs being imposed has gone up and it is having an increasing effect on industries hit by the tariffs. One such industry is auto glass manufacturing. The Tariffs Explained in Brief The…
Why Tesla’s New Panoramic Windshield Is So Expensive to Replace
When it comes to the automotive industry, few brands have made as much splash recently as Tesla. Tesla was founded by engineers who set out to prove you didn’t need to compromise on features, safety, or performance to drive an electric car. Their line of electric vehicles feature a variety of exciting features including a…
What is ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)?
ADAS or Advanced Driver Assistance Systems is not a new technology in cars but it is one that is still emerging and about which many drivers are not yet educated. As ADAS expands (and trust us, it is growing), so does the need for education about the benefits for drivers. Lifewire explains what ADAS systems…
You Can Now Buy a Car From a Vending Machine in Tempe!
Gone are the days where you could only buy candy, a bag of peanuts, or coffee from a vending machine. You’ve probably seen that now you can buy so many things including phones, tablets, gift cards, makeup, and more from vending machines. But, it may shock you to find out that you can actually buy…
Arizona S.B. 1155 Auto Glass Bill Has Failed
Members of Arizona Auto Glass Association and the Safety Glass Association of Arizona recently lobbied for improvements to the law that would protect auto insurance customers from frustrating, lengthy delays by their insurance company to approve claims for windshield repair. In January of 2018, Arizona S.B. 1155 was introduced with the hopes of protecting auto…
New Arizona Bill Proposed for Auto Glass Repair and Replacement Practices (SB 1424)
Earlier in 2018, Arizona Senator David Farnsworth introduced an amendment to the state’s current laws regarding auto insurance company’s relationships with auto glass manufacturers. It is a prevalent issue in the state because the extreme heat makes windshield glass more susceptible to cracking when it comes into contact with a rock or other piece of…
Why Your High-Tech Car May Cost a Fortune To Repair
Modern cars are durable, but they usually don’t last forever. Even if you regularly follow your vehicle’s maintenance schedule, eventually you will probably have to replace a small part or make a significant repair. When you do, you may experience a serious case of sticker shock. Here’s why repairing your modern car may cost you…
