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GM Profits Soar Amid UAW Pay Hikes, Despite China Decline

GM CEO Mary Barra attributed the company's Q3 earnings results to "above-average pricing, well-managed inventories and below-average incentives.
Autobody News Staff
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Hurricane Helene Floods 138,000 Vehicles Across 6 States

Scammers often clean and relocate flooded cars, selling them to unsuspecting buyers far from the areas impacted by the storm.
Autobody News Staff
Hurricane-Milton-damages

Hurricane Milton Causes $36B in Insured Losses, Outpacing Helene

As of Oct. 15, more than 152,180 property insurance claims had been filed, including more than 21,100 auto claims.
Autobody News Staff
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Study Finds Trust Key to Rental Car Loyalty

Issues such as difficulty operating in-car features are negatively affecting overall experiences for rental car customers.
Autobody News Staff
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New Vehicle Prices Remain Steady as EV Incentives Rise in September

One factor driving the downward pricing trend is the shift in consumer preference towards smaller, more affordable vehicles.
Autobody News Staff
CCC-Crash-Course-Report-Q3-2024

Repair Costs Surge as Inflation, Labor Shortages Strain Industry

CCC's latest Crash Course Report shows the cost of repairs increased by 3.7% in the first half of 2024 compared to last year.
Autobody News Staff
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Catalytic Converter Thefts See Sharp Decline in 2024

One major national insurance company has processed 74% fewer theft claims in the first half of 2024 compared to last year.
Autobody News Staff
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Auto Dealership Market Saw Record High Transactions in First Half of 2024

Sellers are capitalizing on robust blue sky values to make strategic exits, while buyers are looking for high-quality, low-risk franchises.
Autobody News Staff
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Software Upgrade Cuts Hyundai, Kia Theft Rates by 53%

Despite the reduction, theft claim frequency for Hyundais and Kias are still elevated compared to other brands.
Autobody News Staff
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Honda Reports 25% Increase in August Sales Compared to Last Year

Honda led the gains in year-over-year sales reported by automakers for August.
Autobody News Staff

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