What YOU Need to Know This Week in Auto Repair (Lawsuits, Recall Failures, Survey Updates)

What YOU Need to Know This Week in Auto Repair (Lawsuits, Recall Failures, Survey Updates)

Author: Braxton Critcher November 20, 2024 Duration: 8:11

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Braxton covers the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's $165 million penalty against Ford. The Alliance for Automotive Innovation is urging Congress to preserve the $7,500 EV tax credit amid the incoming Trump administration’s plans to cut it. Additionally, Braxton shares news about Repairify's integration with CCC1, which aims to enhance ADAS feature identification and recalibration needs for improved repair accuracy and efficiency.

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Braxton Critcher hosts Automotive Repair News Today, a podcast that feels like a direct line to the shop floor and the latest industry developments. It sits at a unique crossroads, blending the hands-on passion of a leisure project with the sharp insights needed for automotive business. Each episode digs into current stories and shifts within the repair world, moving beyond just technical manuals to explore the real people and innovative practices moving the field forward. You’ll hear straightforward discussions about operational changes, emerging tools, and the positive stories that often go unreported. This isn't about dry announcements; it's a conversation for shop owners, technicians, and enthusiasts who care about the craft's future. As part of the Changing The Industry family, this podcast focuses on actionable news and constructive dialogue, offering a grounded perspective you can use whether you're under a hood or running a service desk. Tune in for a clear-eyed look at where auto repair is headed next.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Today on Good News in Auto Repair, Ed Rosa reveals eye-opening insights into the personal stories of those he helps, emphasizing the prevalent issue of homelessness among employed individuals. Braxton appreciates Ed's de…
Critical Automotive Repair Act Developments and Industry Updates [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:41
In this episode, Braxton Critcher delves into pressing topics in the automotive world. He highlights the significant push from the Auto Care Association for the Repair Act, encouraging listeners to contact their congress…
How Chris Enright Transformed a Mechanic's Career [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:15
In this episode, Braxton Critcher shares a good news story with Chris Enright, owner of Enright Automotive. Chris talks about how he helped a fellow mechanic, Matthew Parker, attend a critical training event by covering…
New Regulations, Insurance Hikes, and EV Charger Milestones [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:30
Braxton discusses the ASA's stance on the EPA’s new emission standards, warning about the potential hardships these regulations could impose on independent repair shops. He also highlights the skyrocketing car insurance…