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Subaru Recalls 69,663 Model-Year 2026 Foresters for Moonroof Glass That May Detach
Auto Glass Regulation Bills Spread Across Multiple States in Active 2026 Legislative Sessions
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View AllNew Tariffs on Imports From 60 Countries Add Cost Pressure to Auto Glass Supply Chains
Following a Supreme Court ruling that blocked earlier executive-order tariffs, the White House enacted a new tariff framework affecting imports from 60 countries—creating continued uncertainty for glass suppliers and shops.
Auto Glass Regulation Bills Spread Across Multiple States in Active 2026 Legislative Sessions
Illinois, South Carolina, Virginia, and Washington are among states with bills that would regulate glass repair and replacement practices—part of a broad legislative push the AGSC says is reshaping the regulatory landscape.
Glass Shops Navigate Conflict Between OEM Replacement Mandates and Insurer Payment Practices
As more automakers publish position statements requiring OEM glass and calibration procedures, shops report being squeezed between manufacturer requirements and insurance programs that limit reimbursement for OEM parts.
