Tag Archives: AGRR magazine

Repair in Renaissance Summer 2026

Repair Redux by Abby Bowman Editor’s Note: As ADAS technology advances and repair becomes more common, technicians must know how to perform the second without disrupting the first. AGRR is re-running an updated version of this article, originally published in … Continue reading →

Posted in AGRR | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Lone Star Shift

Population growth, ADAS technology and changing customer expectations are reshaping how auto glass companies in Austin and San Antonio do business. by Tom Herron For JRD Windshield Repair & Replacement in Austin, business has remained relatively strong, and has been … Continue reading →

Posted in AGRR | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Built to Grow

Built to Grow The 2026 Fastest-Growing Auto Glass Retailers by Abby Bowman There are a few traits that all five of the 2026 Fastest Growing Retailers share. First, they’re all led by individuals who have worked in the auto glass … Continue reading →

Posted in AGRR | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Top of the Road

The Industry’s Largest Retailers by Abby Bowman Last year wasn’t exactly an easy one for most auto glass repair, replacement and recalibration companies. Economic uncertainties, tariff increases and switches in third-party administrators led to challenges. Despite all that, more than … Continue reading →

Posted in AGRR | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Just Being Social Summer 2026

Now You See Me What do Barney the Dinosaur and Howell Industries’ newest truck have in common? They’re both large, purple and attention-grabbing. R.J. and Rob Howell posted photos of their Arizona glass shop’s new purple Cybertruck to the Auto … Continue reading →

Posted in AGRR | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Insurance Talk Summer 2026

AGSC Issues Position Statement The Auto Glass Safety Council (AGSC) has released a statement outlining the Council’s position on each provision in the National Council of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL) Model Glass Act and how it could affect auto glass repair, … Continue reading →

Posted in AGRR | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

AGRReports Summer 2026

Top Stories from glassBYTEs.com™ PGW Employees “Blindsided” by Layoffs, Sources Say Former PGW Auto Glass employees say they received little warning before losing their jobs during a round of layoffs, describing the news as abrupt and unexpected. Visit glassBYTEs.com or … Continue reading →

Posted in AGRR | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Business Profile Summer 2026

Poised for Growth: Auto Glass Now’s Commitment to Service and Community As Auto Glass Now continues to grow, so does its commitment to delivering exceptional service, supporting partners, and making a meaningful impact in the communities it serves. Over the … Continue reading →

Posted in AGRR | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Clearly Speaking Summer 2026

Let’s Get Ready to Market by Patricia Smiley Auto Glass Week™ (AGW) has always been about more than products and demonstrations. One of the greatest benefits is the ability to share ideas, network, strengthen vendor relationships and discover new ways … Continue reading →

Posted in AGRR | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Field of Vision Summer 2026

Ready for Their Close-up by Abby Bowman By midnight on Aug. 29, I will have completed my third Auto Glass Week™ (AGW). Each AGW I’ve covered has taught me several lessons, both about the industry and about myself. For instance, … Continue reading →

Posted in AGRR | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment