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As the first Lexus supercar, the highly anticipated LFA serves as the flagship for the F portfolio of Lexus performance mod-els and redefines the supercar for the 21st century. The Lexus F brand complements the core Lexus DNA by emphasizing seri-ous performance. The LFA was carefully developed from a blank canvas by a small and dedicated team of hand-picked engi-neers that pushed every possible dynamic boundary.

“The development of the LFA was

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unlike any other Lexus,” said Mark Templin, Lexus division group vice pres-ident and general manager. “Minute details were engineered to provide an engaging and serious supercar that deliv-ers impressive performance on and off the race track. Only 500 will ever be built worldwide, and each will be assembled to customer order, offering a once-in-a-lifetime chance to be part of a small, exclusive group of individuals.”

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All 500 LFA supercars will be hand-assembled by skilled technicians in the “Lexus LFA Works” at the Motomachi Plant in Toyota City at a rate of no more than 20 per month.

The rear-wheel drive LFA is dynami-cally styled and powered by a sophis-ticated new high-revving 9,000 rpm (redline) 4.8-liter V10 engine that gen-erates 552 hp and 354 lb.-ft. of torque for adrenaline-fuelled 202- mph perfor-mance. This specially-developed pow-erplant is paired with a unique six-speed Automated Sequential Gearbox (ASG) with blazing-quick paddle-activated shifts for ultimate driver control. Linked by a rigid torque tube for excellent drive-train integrity, the ASG is located in a transaxle layout over the rear axle for an optimal 48:52 front-to-rear weight dis-tribution. Motorsport-developed light-weight aluminum alloy suspension com-ponents are complemented by Carbon Ceramic Material (CCM) brake discs and an innovative electrically assisted rack and pinion steering system.

L i g h t w e i g h t , powerful and bal-anced, the LFA fea-tures advanced Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) construction for its chassis and much of its body-work to deliver a light,

incredibly strong and impact-resistant structure. Rather than outsource this sophisticated mate-rials technology, the LFA team took the radical step of devel-oping its own CFRP processes internally for ultimate quality control and to make a sound engineering investment in the future.

The LFA’s sporty styling is distin-guished by coherent lines that flow from roof to sill in a seamless convex to con-cave line for sophisticated aerodynam-ics. Its front-mid engine layout, long wheelbase, short overhangs, and snug, low-slung cabin identify it as a supercar. CFRP also gave the LFA’s designers a far higher degree of design freedom, allow-

ing them to create shapes, curves and edges that would have been impos-sible with metal. For example, the sharp trail-ing edges at the rear of the LFA that help provide superlative aerodynamics would not have been pos-

sible had traditional metal been used for the bodywork.

A dramatic low-slung cockpit has been intelligently designed and hand-assembled with the finest materials to reflect the car’s driver-centric dynamics. The intimate two-seat cabin has been conceived at every stage – ergonomics, acoustics, materials, comfort, versatility and visibility levels have all been pains-takingly engineered – to put the driver at the center of the driving experience.n


On November 19th - 21st the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) participated in hearings held by the National Conference of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL) in New Orleans, Louisiana relative to a proposed model act on airbag fraud and being enter-tained by the NCOIL Property and Casualty committee.

SCRS had previously provided testimony in opposition to the model at the summer NCOIL meeting held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and has since been involved in at least seven interim conference calls with legislators held on both this particular model act, and another that addresses both after-market crash parts and steering. NCOIL model acts are developed and passed by NCOIL, and then made available for individual state’s legislators to consider for adoption within their own legisla-

SCRS Effectively Minimizes Negative Ramifications of NCOIL Model Act tive sessions.

In the most recent November meeting, SCRS’ testimony of opposi-tion, delivered by Executive Director Aaron Schulenburg, was paired with similar opposing testimonials from the Alliance of Auto Manufacturers (AAM), the Association of International Auto Manufacturers (AIAM) and various indi-viduals representing automakers such as BMW and GM. The opposition was not against direct notification to the consumer, or more thorough documen-tation as outlined in the model; but was specifically over the perception that the model may legitimize the use of salvaged airbags by describing a proper process to follow if they are used in the repair process. It was also conveyed that the industries hold a tremendous amount of concern over the safety for the consumer and liability for the repair

facilities that is tied to the use of sal-vaged airbags, a currently uncommon practice in collision repair facilities. In addition, the testimony offered by SCRS discussed concerns of the “unintended consequences” the model may have, which could generate a more wide-spread use of airbags, opening the door for insurers to specify these parts in claims settlement, which was seem-ingly legitimized through the original language in the model.

The preliminary hearing was held on Thursday, November 19th with a vote held on Saturday, November 21st. After the preliminary hearing, SCRS offered an interim update via email to its affiliate associations urging the state affiliates and its members to immedi-ately start on a grassroots outreach to

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The new 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is built on a General Motors global rear-wheel drive platform and shares some of the same chassis parts with the Pontiac GTO and G8. Although the new Camaro looks like a 1969 Camaro, it is quite differ-ent from a collision repair point of view. This article will cover some of the repair options and considerations when work-ing on a collision-damaged Camaro.

General Motors body repair pro-cedures can be accessed at the GM GoodWrench Collision Technical Repair Information web site. To access service information for mechanical and elec-tronic systems, visit http://www.acdel-cotds.com.

The front half of a front lower rail may be sectioned using two separate procedures for the inner and outer rails. However, either of these may be done individually if damage is limited to only one side.

The cut locations between the inner and outer rails are slightly offset

Collision Repair For The 2010 Chevrolet Camarofrom each other. For the inner rail, the cut location is identified by measuring from a reference hole (see Figure 1). The outer rail is sectioned at the rear edge of the strengthening bead located between the wheelhouse reinforcements.

Different joints are used for the inner and outer rails. A butt joint with backing is specified for the inner rail, using a 25 mm sleeve for the backing. The sleeve can be made from an unused portion of the service part. For the outer rail, a flanged lap joint is specified. This involves creating a stepped flange on the service part that fits under the remaining portion of the original rail during instal-lation. Both joints are welded with a combination of GMA (MIG) plug welds and seam welds.

The complete upper rails are avail-able as service parts and replaced at factory seams.

The outer rocker panels may be sectioned on any of the straight areas on the bottom edge of the door openings.

A sectioning joint on the outer rocker panel should be done using a 25 mm overlap joint. The service part is cut to overlap the original outer rocker panel 25 mm. The joint is then seam welded.

The rocker panel reinforcements are made from cold-rolled martensitic ultra-high-strength steel (UHSS) and can-not be straightened or sectioned (see Figure 2). The entire rocker panel rein-forcement must be replaced at factory seams if damaged. During removal, it is recommended to remove spot welds from the backside of the part where pos-sible because UHSS is difficult to drill. UHSS is also more sensitive to heat than mild steel, so it may be a good idea to alternate plug weld locations during installation to avoid creating a heat-affect zone.

The lower outer A-pillar may be sectioned on the straight areas of the upper A-pillar and rocker panel. A 50

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The National Conference of Insurance Legislators' Property and Casualty Insurance Committee has passed the Model Act Regarding Auto Airbag Fraud. The model act was, how-ever, amended to include restrictions on the use of salvage airbags as an option for airbag replacement. A permanent

NCOIL Property and Casualty Committee Approves Model Airbag Fraud Actsticker must be placed on the dashboard of the vehicle stating that the vehicle contains a salvage airbag.

This model legislation is a recom-mendation only to state legislatures.

Members of the Automotive Service Association (ASA) contacted their state legislators who are members of

NCOIL's Property and Casualty Insurance Committee in opposition to the salvage airbag provisions of the model act.

NCOIL has delayed action on the Model Act Regarding Motor Vehicle Crash Parts and Repair until its next meeting. ASA also opposes this pro-posed legislation.n

The Ozone Transport Commission (OTC) adopted a resolution, the Model Rule for Motor Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Non-Assembly Line Coatings Operations, at its recent fall meeting in Baltimore.

The OTC was established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), under the Clean Air Act, to ensure

OTC Adopts Coatings Resolution Falls Short on Equipment Requirementsthe development and implementation of regional strategies to reduce concentra-tions of ground-level ozone to healthful levels in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.

Member states include: Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia

Maine Maryland Massachusetts New Hampshire New Jersey New York Pennsylvania Rhode Island Vermont

Virginia The resolution states

"the OTC member states will pursue as necessary and appropriate state-specific rulemakings to update state rules in accordance with the OTC Model Rule for Motor Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Non-Assembly Line Coatings Operations."

The OTC followed the California Air Resources Board Suggested Control Measure for Automotive Coatings, which was released in October of 2005.

In addition to volatile organic compound (VOC) limits outlined in the Model Rule, the OTC proposal con-tains equipment, training and recordkeeping requirements. The rule does not go as far as the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's auto refinishing regulation with regard to equipment require-ments, i.e., requiring a spray booth. These federal U.S. EPA regulations will be effective for existing collision shops in early 2011.

The compliance date for the OTC Model Rule is Jan. 1, 2012.n


The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Financial Services has passed H.R. 2609, the "Federal Insurance Office Act," by a unanimous voice vote. H.R. 2609, introduced by Rep. Paul E. Kanjorski, D-Pa., chairman of the Financial Services Subcommittee on Capital Markets, Insurance and Government Sponsored Enterprises, will establish an Office of Insurance Information in the Department of the Treasury.

Rep. Melissa Bean, D-Ill., and Rep. Ed Royce, R-Calif., offered an amend-ment to H.R. 2609 that requires the director of the Federal Insurance Office to conduct a study on how to modern-ize and improve the system of insur-ance regulation in the United States. The study will consider the following:

House Financial Services Committee Passes Federal Insurance Office ActIncludes Study on Insurance Modernization and Improvement

• Effective systemic risk regula-tion with respect to insurance.• Strong capital standards and an appropriate match between capital allocation and liabilities for all risk.• Meaningful and consistent consumer protection for insur-ance products and practices.• Increased national uniformity through either a fed-eral charter or effective action by the states.

Both Bean and Royce have been advocates for an optional federal insur-ance charter, including property and casualty insurers. Earlier in the 111th Congress, they introduced H.R. 1880, which provides for an optional feder-al insurance charter. The Automotive Service Association (ASA) supports H.R. 1880, specifically the federal regulation

of property and casualty insurers.There are other key purposes for

the Federal Insurance Office Act. The committee believes H.R. 2609 will lever-age the federal government's expertise regarding the insurance industry. The Federal Insurance Office would offer a unified voice on insurance matters for the United States in global delib-erations. Though the industry remains segregated by states, today's financial markets are global, with the committee concluding that a cohesive voice might strengthen the United States' role in the global industry. The final purpose of H.R. 2609 is to increase the knowledge base at the federal level to promote stability in the U.S. financial system.n

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Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., chairman of the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee, has filed an amendment to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, H.R. 3590, to repeal the McCarran-Ferguson Act for health insurers.

“This amendment will prohibit the most egregious anticompetitive conduct-price fixing, bid-rigging and market allocations-conduct that harms consumers, raises health care costs, and

Leahy Files Antitrust Repeal Amendment to Senate Healthcare Reform Actfor which there is no justification,” said Leahy. “Subjecting health and medical malpractice insurance providers to the antitrust laws will enable customers to feel confident that the price they are being quoted is the product of a fair marketplace.”

The amendment contains language previously offered in September by Leahy in the “Health Insurance Industry Antitrust Enforcement Act,” S. 1681.

The Automotive Service Association (ASA) sent a letter to Leahy in support of his amendment. ASA still has concerns with the underlying health care reform legislation.

“Chairman Leahy’s McCarran repeal amendment is the first step toward meaningful insurance reform. ASA appreciates the chairman’s efforts for a full repeal of McCarran-Ferguson in the past,” said Bob Redding, ASA

Washington, D.C., repre-sentative. “Our goal is to see the repeal one day apply to property and casualty insurers, too.”

The U.S. House of Representatives’ health care reform bill includes language similar to the Leahy amendment. H.R. 3962, the “Affordable Health Care for America Act,” was passed on the House floor in a vote of 220-215 in November.

The “Health Insurance Industry Antitrust Enforcement Act” is co-sponsored by 18 senators and sup-ported by U.S. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D-Nev. Senate co-sponsors include Sens. Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., Richard Durbin, D-Ill., Russ Feingold, D-Wis., Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., Arlen Specter, D-Pa., Claire McCaskill, D-Mo., Ron Wyden, D-Ore., Al Franken, D-Minn., Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., Ted Kaufman, D-Del., John Rockefeller, D -W.V. , Roland Burris, D-Ill., Michael Bennet, D-Colo., Frank Lautenberg, D-N.J., John Kerry, D-Mass., and Joe Lieberman, I-Conn.n

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The U.S. House of Representatives has passed, in a vote of 222-202, the Fiscal Year 2010 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Bill as part of the Omnibus Appropriations Conference Agreement. The Financial Services portion of this $446.8 billion omnibus spending bill, H.R. 3288, is $24 billion.

Included in the Omnibus Appropriations bill is protection for automobile dealers targeted for closure by General Motors and Chrysler. These provisions, negotiated by Rep. Steny H. Hoyer, D-Md., majority leader of the House; Rep. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md.; and Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Ill., Senate majority whip; create an arbitration pro-cess under which the arbitrator must examine the economic interests of the dealerships, the company and the public

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when considering reinstatement of the canceled agreements.

The factors to be considered by the arbitrator shall include:

• The covered dealership's prof-itability in 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009• The covered manufacturer's overall busi-ness plan• The dealership's current eco-nomic viability• The dealership's satis-faction of the performance objectives established pursuant to the applicable franchise agreement• The demographic and geographic characteristics of the covered dealership's market territory• The dealership's performance in rela-tion to the criteria used by the covered manufacturer to terminate, not renew, not assume or not assign the covered dealership's franchise agreement• The length of experience of the covered dealership.

To view the entire text pertaining to the protection for auto dealers, see the attachment below.

Fiscal Year 2010 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Omnibus Appropriations Bill

SEC. 747. (a) DEFINITIONS.-For pur-poses of this section the following defini-tions apply:

(1) The term "covered manufactur-er" means

(A) an automobile manufacturer in which the United States Government has an ownership interest, or to which the Government has provided financial assis-tance under title I of them Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008; or

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Body and refinish materials repre-sent a significant and continually grow-ing component in the overall cost of an auto body repair; therefore, it is criti-cally important that the cost-account-ing of these materials be as accurate as practically possible. The “refinish calcu-lators” presently available from several vendors, with new offerings presently under development, offer the potential for more detailed and accurate calcula-tions of these costs compared with the “dollars times refinish hours” approach that has been prevalent in the United States for several decades now. Two of the primary reasons that these refinish calculators claim increased accuracy is because they a) factor in cost variations that may be present relative the specific color (paint code) in use, and b) their pricing is regularly updated to reflect the most current paint manufacturer pric-ing.

The Mitchell Refinish Materials Calculator (RMC) is one such product. Beginning in the year 2006, and in par-allel with significantly rising petroleum costs, the auto body industry experi-enced significant increases in the cost of paint and paint-related materials. During

SCRS, MABA and AASP Address Paint Material Pricing Concern With Mitchellthis same time period, some individual RMC end-users began to experience what they perceived as an apparent dis-connect between published paint man-ufacturer price increases and the accom-panying RMC calculation increases. In simple terms, it appears to the product users that suggested refinisher paint costs have increased in price at a pace that significantly exceeds the frequency and amount of the increases reflected in the the periodic RMC data updates. These RMC end-users, through their affil-iations with national and regional trade associations, took it upon themselves to investigate the matter further. The trade associations involved in addressing the concerns are the Massachusetts Auto Body Associations (MABA), the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS), and the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers (AASP).

Beginning in 2008, the above three associations began to jointly and formal-ly interact with Mitchell on this issue. Our objectives were clear and focused:

We sought a better understanding of the intended relationship between RMC calculations and “suggested cost to refinisher” pricing.

We sought an explanation of what we saw as a disparity between RMC cal-culations and the rising material costs.

If the investigation revealed errors in RMC calculations and/or process, we sought reasonable disclosure to RMC end-users and a prompt and reasonable process toward correction, if warranted.

From October 2008 to the present, there have been several interactions with Mitchell in an effort on our part to accomplish the above three objectives. These interactions have included writ-ten communications, numerous con-ference calls, as well as a face-to-face meeting at Mitchell’s San Diego head-quarters. Early on within this process, we concluded that an audit of RMC data, in direct parallel with a compila-tion of paint manufacturer pricing data, was the most clear and direct approach to either identifying any existing issues or to clarifying any data misinterpre-tations that may have existed on our part. Mitchell agreed to this audit and furthermore agreed to have the results of this exercise be shared transparently both with our trade associations and

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President Barack Obama recent-ly announced his proposal for reduc-ing the high unemployment rate that continues to plague the United States. Congressional Democrats and the White House hope to enact legislation by next year to address the jobs issue. In a speech Dec. 8, Obama outlined his proposals - many of which would build on efforts that were part of the economic stimulus bill enacted in February, additional tax breaks and spending focused on infra-structure projects, energy conservation programs and small businesses.

Specifically pertaining to small businesses, the president outlined the following key points for helping small businesses to increase investment, hire workers and access credit:

• Tax cuts to support additional business investment next year - with a particular focus on struggling small busi-nesses - with much of the cost recouped over time. • Zero capital gains for small businesses: To encourage investment by small businesses and improve their

President Plans to Accelerate Job Growth Through Small BusinessesLegislation Will Be Offered in 2010

access to capital, the administration is calling for a one-year elimination of the tax on capital gains from new investments in small business stock. The Recovery Act allowed a 75 percent exclusion from capital gains taxes on small business investments. • Extension of enhanced expensing provisions for small businesses: The administration is also calling for the extension through 2010 of the Recovery Act provision that allows small businesses to immediately expense up to $250,000 of qualified investment. • Extension of Recovery Act bonus depreciation tax incentive: To give businesses an incentive to invest, the administration is calling for extend-ing the Recovery Act provision that accelerates the rate at which business can deduct the cost of capital expen-ditures. This provision will put more than $20 billion in the hands of busi-nesses in 2010, while enabling the U.S. Treasury to recoup much of the funding as businesses regain their strength. • A new tax cut for small businesses to

encourage hiring in 2010. Although the economy is now growing again, many businesses remain reluctant to hire. In this economic environment, an employ-ment tax cut for small businesses has the potential to accelerate the pace of hiring. The administration believes it is important to provide a short-term tax incentive to encourage small business hiring and support employment, and it will work with Congress to design a pro-vision that accomplishes these goals. • The president called for the elimination of fees and an increase in guarantees for loans through the Small Business Administration (SBA), a measure that extends provisions in the Recovery Act through the end of 2010. In addition, the president called for continued Treasury efforts to use the Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) to support small busi-ness lending.

The Congress may opt to include additional incentives for small business-es during the legislative process next year.n

assets of an automobile manufacturer in which the United States Government has an ownership interest, or to which the Government has provided financial assistance under title I of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008.

(2) The term "covered dealership" means an automobile dealership that had a franchise agreement for the sale and service of vehicles of a brand or brands with a covered manufacturer in effect as of October 3, 2008, and such agreement was not assigned in the form existing on October 3, 2008 to another covered manufacturer in connection with an acquisition of assets related to the manufacture of that vehicle brand or brands, not renewed, or not continued during the period beginning on October 3, 2008, and ending on December 31, 2010.

A covered dealership that was not lawfully terminated under applicable State law on or before April 29, 2009, shall have the right to seek, through binding arbitration, continuation, or reinstatement of a franchise agreement, or to be added as a franchisee to the dealer network of the covered manufac-turer in the geographical area where the covered dealership was located when its franchise agreement was terminat-ed, not assigned, not renewed, or not continued. Such continuation, reinstate-ment, or addition shall be limited to each brand owned and manufactured by the covered manufacturer at the time the arbitration commences, to the extent that the covered dealership had been a dealer for such brand at the time such dealer's franchise agreement was termi-nated, not assigned, not renewed, or not continued.

(c) Before the end of the 30-day period beginning on the date of the enactment of this Act, a covered manu-facturer shall provide to each covered dealership related to such covered man-ufacturer a summary of the terms and the rights accorded under this section to a covered dealership and the specific cri-teria pursuant to which such dealer was terminated, was not renewed, or was not assumed and assigned to a covered manufacturer.

(d) A covered dealership may elect

to pursue the right to binding arbitration with the appropriate covered manufac-turer. Such election must occur within 40 days of the date of enactment. The arbitration process must commence as soon as practicable thereafter with the selection of the arbitrator and conclude with the case being submitted to the arbitrator for deliberation within 180 day-sof the date of enactment of this Act. The arbitrator may extend the time periods in this subsection for up to 30 days for good cause. The covered manufacturer and the covered dealership may pres-ent any relevant information during the arbitration. The arbitrator shall balance the economic interest of the covered dealership, the economic interest of the covered manufacturer, and the econom-ic interest of the public at large and shall decide, based on that balancing, whether or not the covered dealership should be added to the dealer network of the covered manufacturer. The factors considered by the arbitrator shall include (1) the covered dealership's profitabil-ity in 2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009, (2) the covered manufacturer's overall business plan, (3) the covered dealership's current economic viability, (4) the covered deal-ership's satisfaction of the performance objectives established pursuant to the applicable franchise agreement, (5) the demographic and geographic charac-teristics of the covered dealership's mar-ket territory, (6) the covered dealership's performance in relation to the criteria used by the covered manufacturer to terminate, not renew, not assume or not assign the covered dealership's franchise agreement, and (7) the length of expe-rience of the covered dealership. The arbitrator shall issue a written determina-tion no later than 7 business days after the arbitrator determines that case has been fully submitted. At a minimum, the written determination shall include (1) a description of the covered deal-ership, (2) a clear statement indicating whether the franchise agreement at issue is to be renewed, continued, assigned or assumed by the covered manufacturer, (3) the key facts relied upon by the arbi-trator in making the determination, and (4) an explanation of how the balance of economic interests supports the arbitra-tor's determination.

(e) The arbitrator shall be select-

ed from the list of qualified arbitrators maintained by the Regional Office of the American Arbitration Association (AAA), in the Region where the dealership is located, by mutual agreement of the cov-ered dealership and covered manufac-turer. If agreement cannot be reached on a suitable arbitrator, the parties shall request AAA to select the arbitrator. There will be no depositions in the pro-ceedings, and discovery shall be limited to requests for documents specific to the covered dealership. The parties shall be responsible for their own expenses, fees, and costs, and shall share equally all other costs associated with the arbi-tration, such as arbitrator fees, meeting room charges, and administrative costs. The arbitration shall be conducted in the State where the covered dealership is located. Parties will have the option of conducting arbitration electronically and telephonically, by mutual agreement of both parties. The arbitrator shall not award compensatory, punitive, or exem-plary damages to any party. If the arbitra-tor finds in favor of a covered dealership, the covered manufacturer shall as soon as practicable, but not later than 7 busi-ness days after receipt of the arbitrator's determination, provide the dealer a cus-tomary and usual letter of intent to enter into a sales and service agreement. After executing the sales and service agree-ment and successfully completing the operational prerequisites set forth there-in, a covered dealership shall return to the covered manufacturer any financial compensation provided by the covered manufacturer in consideration of the cov-ered manufacturer's initial determination to terminate, not renew, not assign or not assume the covered dealership's appli-cable franchise agreement.

(f) Any legally binding agreement resulting from a voluntary negotiation between a covered manufacturer and covered dealership(s) shall not be consid-ered inconsistent with this provision and any covered dealership that is a party to such agreement shall forfeit the right to arbitration established by this provision.

(g) Notwithstanding the require-ments of this provision, nothing herein shall prevent a covered manufacturer from lawfully terminating a covered dealership in accordance with applicable State law.n

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Airbag Solutions provides photo-graphs rather than drop-down screens or pencil sketches so users see which components are required and where they are located, allowing users to eliminate supplements, simplify airbag repairs and reduce cycle times.

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Congressional support of the Motor Vehicle Owners’ Right to Repair Act (HR 2057) has reached 51, it was announced recently by Kathleen Schmatz, president and CEO of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA).

Reps. Brian Bilbray (R-CA), Donna Christensen (D-VI), Elijah Cummings (D-MD), Lloyd Doggett (D-TX), Grace Napolitano (D-CA), Collin Peterson (DFL-MN) and Laura Richardson (D-CA) are the most recent co-sponsors of the Right to Repair Act, which has gained steady support since its introduction.

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Congressional Support for Right to Repair Reaches 51legislation,” said Schmatz. “Every single person who owns or operates a vehicle stands to suffer economically if the Right to Repair Act is not passed.”

A new study conducted by John Dunham and Associates for the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) and the Coalition for Auto Repair Equality (CARE) shows that consumers greatly benefit from a competitive vehicle repair marketplace. According to the study, independent auto repair shops save American con-sumers nearly $26 billion annually or $360 per family. The data is available not only by state, but by congressional dis-trict, and can be viewed at www.guerril-

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The study is a comprehensive analysis of the new-vehicle purchase experience. Overall customer satisfac-tion is measured for five factors: dealer-ship facility; salesperson; paperwork/finance process; delivery process; and vehicle price.

Overall satisfaction averages 836 points on a 1,000-point scale in 2009, up by 11 points from 2008(1). Satisfaction with each of the five factors improves from 2008, with the greatest improve-ments in the two areas that are most within the dealer’s control--the sales-person and delivery process factors.

In particular, salespeople have improved most notably from 2008 in helping buyers stay within their bud-gets and in negotiating prices quickly. Within the delivery process, dealer-ships have improved considerably in providing complete explanations of the owner’s manual and explaining vehicle features.

“In this difficult economy, dealer-ships are working particularly hard to close sales, but need to be attentive to customers without exerting unwanted sales pressure,” said Jon Osborn, direc-tor of automotive research at

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“With the billions of dollars that automakers spend designing, produc-ing and marketing new vehicles, as well as in driving customers to showrooms, it is critical that potential buyers are not pushed out the dealer’s door because of a poor customer experience,” said Osborn. “Manufacturers and dealers should be concerned with the experiences of all shoppers, whether they purchase or not. From a buyer’s perspective, recollections of their shopping experience include not only the selling dealer, but also all of the other dealers they visited.”

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Satisfaction scores among buyers who visited only the selling dealer (848, on average) are considerably higher than those of customers who visited more than one dealer (826, on average). Customers who have a particularly satis-fying experience at the first dealer they visit are less likely to shop other dealers.

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A coalition of original equip-ment manufacturers (OEMs), intellec-tual property organizations and other broad-based business associations asked U.S. Sens. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., and Jeff Sessions, R-Ala., chairman and ranking member of the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary, respective-ly, to oppose Senate Bill 1368, the Access to Repair Parts Act. The coalition also contacted Reps. John Conyers, D-Mich., and Lamar Smith, R-Texas, chairman and ranking member of the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on the Judiciary, respectively, to oppose House

Bill 3059, S. 1368’s companion bill.This coalition includes:

Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers (Alliance)American Automotive Policy Council (AAPC)American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA)Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)Association of International Automobile Manufacturers (AIAM)Automotive Service Association (ASA)Global Intellectual Property Center (GIPC)Intellectual Property Owners Association (IPO)Michigan Intellectual Property Law Association (MIPLA)National Association of Manufacturers (NAM)National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers (NAMAD)National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA)United Automobile Workers of America (UAW)

United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) ASA opposes this legislation because of concerns about automotive parts quality. There is no comprehen-sive national automotive parts policy for quality and safety.

The coalition wrote: “Manufacturers of unlicensed automobile parts have to meet only one basic threshold, to pro-duce a copy that looks similar to an original part. Those who produce such parts incur no costs attributable to origi-nal design, research and development and most importantly, product safety testing. Accordingly, the manufacturer of the original product for whom such unlicensed replacement parts are made does not know how these parts will perform and how their use will impact the quality and integrity of the original product. Automotive collision repairers are very concerned about the quality of replacement crash parts. Permitting this intellectual property infringement also exposes consumers to significant safety, performance or durability risks.”n

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identified and our efforts at resolving them. While Mitchell has stated that they remain committed to interacting with our trade association representatives, we must frankly convey our frustration at the overall process and lack of conclu-sion. Mitchell seemingly does not share our concern or sense of urgency in this matter based on the fact that after all this time they have not addressed our concerns in a manner that we feel satis-fies our obligation to our members and

our industry.We are committed to both work

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mm backing is specified for the A-pillar sectioning joint. The backing should be trimmed to fit behind the sectioning joint and is attached with plug welds to the vehicle and service part. For the rocker panel sectioning joint, an overlap joint is specified.

The B-pillar reinforcement is made from high-strength, low alloy steel. The sectioning joint should be located 50 mm below the sectioning joint for the outer B-pillar. Refer to the quarter panel sectioning procedure for sectioning the outer B-pillar. A butt joint with backing is used for the B-pillar reinforcement sec-tioning joint (see Figure 4). The backing can be made from an unused portion of the service part.

The quarter panel may be replaced by sectioning the upper portions of the B- and C-pillars and the rocker panel. The illustrations in the procedure show the general locations for the cuts.

The B-pillar reinforcement is used as a backing for the outer B-pillar sec-tioning joint (see Figure 4). For the upper C-pillar, a 50 mm backing is specified for the sectioning joint. The backing should be made from an unused portion of the replacement part and is attached to the vehicle and service part with GMA (MIG) plug welds, spaced 40 mm apart. Also note that the foam carrier can be used as a dam for installing replacement foam (see Figure 5). The plastic carrier is avail-able as a replacement part.

General Motors requires the application of weld-through primer to all welding surfaces. Also, use a skip or stitch type of welding method when making seam welds to control heat. It is commonly recommended to trim service parts to allow a 1½ metal thickness root gap for sectioning joints.

The occupant classification system is designed to turn the front passenger airbag OFF if it is not occupied, or occu-pied by a small child. General Motors

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The PPS must be rezeroed if any parts of the system have been replaced or the seat cushion trim attachments have been removed. However, the 2010 Camaro is not supported by the Tech 2 scan tool. A multiple diagnostic interface (MDI) unit (see Figure 7) and global diag-nostic system (GDS) software is required for rezeroing the PPS on a 2010 Camaro.

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GMC’s all-new 2010 Terrain is a five-passenger crossover SUV that blends bold styling with fuel efficiency and premium features.

“The new Terrain brings GMC’s history of innovation and engineering excellence into a smaller, fuel-efficient package for today’s buyer,” said Susan Docherty, Buick-GMC vice president. “The capability attributes that make a vehicle a GMC are ingrained in Terrain, making it an appealing choice for exist-ing traditional SUV customers who are looking for distinctive styling and increased efficiency.”

A new, 2.4L four-cylinder engine that features direct injection is expected to deliver best-in-segment, EPA-estimat-ed highway fuel economy of 32 mpg. Maximum fuel economy is achieved in part with an “eco” mode that is acti-vated via a console-mounted button. When engaged, it lowers the torque converter lockup speed to 1,125 rpm to help save fuel on models equipped with the 2.4L engine.

A 3.0L DOHC direct injected V-6 engine delivering 264 horsepower (197 kW) will be optional. Both engines are mated to efficiency-enhancing six-speed automatic transmissions and offer a refined, confident driving experience.

Front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive models are offered in SLE and SLT trim levels. A comprehensive list of standard and available features includes

purposeful technologies such as:Standard rear-vision cameraProgrammable power rear liftgateBluetooth hands-free phone capa-

bilityMultiFlex sliding rear seat that

increases passenger comfort or provides optimal cargo space

Remote vehicle startUSB audio connectivity; MP3 play-

backSeven-inch touch screen naviga-

tion system and a 40-gigabyte hard drive

DVD-based rear-seat entertain-ment system with two independent

screensStandard OnStar and XM Satellite

Radio.Segment-best safety is antici-

pated, with features that include four-wheel disc brakes with StabiliTrak electronic stability control and trac-tion control, as well as six standard air bags: dual frontal air bags; head curtain side air bags and pelvic/thorax seat-mounted side air bags. OnStar with one-year Safe and Sound service is also standard.

Bold stylingTerrain has a balanced, athletic

stance and offers a commanding view of the road. Its design is characterized by bold, muscular fender flares, rep-

resenting GMC’s aesthetic. Surfacing is angular yet refined, with a strong and capable front-end appearance that fea-tures precise, squared-off edges.

“We wanted to carve the GMC Terrain away from the pack and establish its identity as a powerful, fresh crossover SUV with a confident and strong stance,” said John Cafaro Jr., director of exte-rior design, Global Crossover Vehicles. “Everything about the Terrain communi-cates a sense of tailored toughness and passionate craftsmanship.”

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“I am proud of the efforts from those ‘back home’ in our industry,” stated Schulenburg. “I had numerous representatives of the legislature serv-ing on the NCOIL committee comment to me on how many calls and emails they received from SCRS members and collision repair facilities on Friday. It was very obvious that the direct communica-tion from our industry to the legislators from the district level was impactful and effec-tive in their votes on Saturday. Our industry’s voice was heard, and the concerns expressed certainly played a large role in improving the outcome.”

After much lobby-ing and discussion with the representatives, the opposing parties, including SCRS, sup-ported an amendment offered by Kentucky Representative Steve Riggs which added that, “any person who installs a salvaged airbag in a vehicle shall apply a per-manent, durable label that clearly states that the vehicle contains a salvaged airbag. Such label must be perma-nently installed on the dashboard of the vehi-cle. Any person who removes such a label shall be guilty of a crimi-nal offense.”

“We appreci-ate the support from Representative Riggs and all those who voted in favor of including this amendment in the model,” added SCRS

Chairman Barry Dorn. “This one amend-ment reduces the negative impact we felt the bill had the potential to unleash, and ensures that any consumer who owns or enters the vehicle, now or in the future, is aware of the presence of sal-vaged airbags and can make informed decisions due to that very visible infor-mation.”

Schulenburg concluded, “It is obvious that there are many entities pulling at the state level legislators

in attendance at NCOIL, but we are fortunate they are willing to listen to, and act upon, reason. It is important for our industry to have a strong and unwavering voice present as decisions that impact our industry our made; a voice that represents the best interest of those who continue to pick the tools up and fix the car the right way without compromise, and I am glad that SCRS could be involved on behalf of our members in this capacity.”n

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The completely rede-signed 2010 SRX crossover brings a more dynamic alternative to the luxury crossover segment. It fea-tures a dramatic design, inside and out, with more efficient engine choices offered on a new luxury crossover architecture.

The midsize SRX’s advanced V-6 engines are the smallest-displacement engines Cadillac offers in North America. A new, 3.0L direct injected V-6 engine is standard and a new, 2.8L turbocharged V-6 is optional. Both employ advanced technology that helps produce strong performance that is typi-cal of larger-displacement engines, but with greater fuel economy and lower emissions. SRX FWD mod-els with the 3.0L engine are EPA-rated at 25 mpg on the highway.

“The all-new SRX injects emotion into a segment previously devoid of it,” said Steve Shannon, executive direc-tor of Cadillac marketing. “With new technologies for increased efficiency and safety, the redesigned 2010 SRX crossover aims at the heart of one of the industry’s strongest cat-egories – the luxury cross-over segment.”

Performance and safety are enhanced by an available all-wheel-drive (AWD) system designed to opti-mize vehicle handling and stability in all driving conditions. The pre-emptive, active-on-demand system provides an extra measure of capability in wet or icy conditions.

The 2010 SRX rides on a wide track designed to deliver a nimble, responsive driving experience. It seats five, with generous occupant and cargo room, and can tow up to 3,500 pounds (1,587

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“Cadillac is known for bold design. The 2010 SRX builds on that reputation,” said Clay Dean, Cadillac global design director. “As with the 2008 CTS, we advanced our Art and Science design to create a crossover for style-conscious customers. The exte-rior features a dra-matic diving gesture on the body side to impart the feeling of movement, even at rest.”

A multi-piece shield grille and Cadillac’s iconic verti-cal headlamps – with light pipe technology and available adap-tive forward lighting – are the face of the SRX. They blend into a tightly wrapped, sweeping body that tapers downward at the rear, giving the vehicle a sporty pro-file, Dean said.

The SRX has a wide stance, mini-mal overhang and wheels pushed to corners. Eighteen-inch wheels are

standard and 20-inch wheels are offered. A bold accent line dives across the body side and culminates at a chrome front fender vent that incorporates a side marker lamp. An integrated spoiler on the rearward edge of the roof extends the sleek lines and

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improves aerodynamics.“Inside the new SRX, technical pre-

cision blends with old-world craftsman-ship,” Dean said. “Hand-cut-and-sewn coverings on the instrument panel and ambient lighting details convey a finely tailored cabin.”

An integrated center stack houses controls for climate and audio systems, while the navigation system rises from the center of the instrument panel. A s i g n a t u r e example of the SRX’s attention to detail is the Cadillac script logos in the front door sill plates that illu-minate when the doors are opened.

The 2010 SRX features n u m e r o u s advanced elec-tronic systems. Highlights include a “pop-up” naviga-tion screen in the dashboard with three-dimensional imaging, adaptive forward lighting that swivels the headlamps in synch with vehicle steering, power lift-gate with programmable height setting, integrated hard disc drive for audio stor-age and a dual-screen system for rear entertainment.

Bluetooth compatibility is standard, as is OnStar’s Turn-by-Turn Navigation service for buyers who do not select the navigation system option.

The interior and exterior design of the new SRX communicates that Cadillac’s new crossover is a more dynamic alternative to its competitors. Likewise, the technology and driving performance of the SRX is completely new, featuring smaller engines and the introduction of a new chas-sis. SRX’s new engine line-up marks a major change, with the standard 3.0L and optional 2.8L engines replac-ing the previous generation

SRX’s 3.6L and 4.6L engines.The SRX is powered by a new, fuel-

efficient direct injected 3.0L V-6 that delivers 265 horsepower (198 kW) and has a six-speed automatic transmission. Direct injection results in more power, better fuel economy and lower emis-sions, all with a smaller-displacement package. As a result, the new V-6 engine may achieve a 1 0- to 15-percent fuel economy improvement over the previ-ous standard engine.

The 3.0L direct injection V-6 is a smaller-d i s -p l a c e -m e n t version of the 3 . 6 L , d i r e c t i n j e c -t i o n e n g i n e featured in the

CTS sport sedan and named one of the world’s 10 Best Engines for 2009 by Ward’s A u t o m o t i v e . Along with direct injection tech-nology, the 3.0L engine uses vari-able valve timing to optimize power and fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. It is paired with a Hydra-Matic 6T70 six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift control.

A 2.8L turbocharged V-6, derived from a family of refined engines GM uses in luxury European models, is optional in the SRX and will be introduced at the middle of the 2010 model year. It delivers an estimated 300 horsepower (224 kW) under full boost, but the fuel economy of a smaller engine during lower-load driv-ing conditions, such as highway cruis-ing. An Aisin AF40 six-speed automatic transmission is matched with the 2.8L turbo and includes a driver-selectable “eco mode” that alters transmission shift points to maximize fuel economy.

The driving experience of the SRX blends the best elements of a sports sedan with the safety and excellent trac-tion capability that crossover and SUV buyers value. One of its core elements is a new, advanced AWD system, featur-ing an electronic limited-slip differential (eLSD.) The eLSD enables the system to distribute torque from the front to rear axle, and also side-to-side, across the rear axle. Developed in partnership with Haldex, a leader in AWD technology, the

system provides torque to the wheel with the most traction.

The advanced AWD sys-tem provides excellent traction in slippery conditions like rain, snow or ice. In all conditions, the system bolsters other driving dynamics, such as cornering. The suspension includes an available, continuously variable real-time damping system in conjunction with AWD that delivers smooth ride quality by adjusting shock

damping rates in response to road con-ditions.

Crossovers and SUVs are some-times best appreciated from the inside out, as their owners highly value the people- and cargo-hauling practicality they offer. The new SRX was developed with that in mind. Despite having more compact exterior dimensions than its predecessor, the cabin space is opti-mized for five-passenger luxury and good cargo-carrying ability.

The rear compartment includes a Cargo Management System that fea-tures a U-Rail track system. It includes an adjustable cargo fence that segments the cargo area to contain smaller items, and also retracts beneath the load floor when not in use.n

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The U.S. House of Representatives has passed H.R. 4154, “The Permanent Estate Tax Relief for Families, Farmers and Small Businesses Act,” in a vote of 225-200. The sponsor of this bill is Rep. Earl Pomeroy, D-N.D., a senior member of the House Ways and Means Committee.

According to the committee, H.R. 4154 permanently extends current law, which would exempt estates up to $3.5 million per individual or $7 million for married couples with a maximum rate of 45 percent on estates above this thresh-old. Additionally, the bill would repeal

U.S. House Passes Estate Tax Bill Senate Passage by Year’s End Questionablethe enactment of carryover basis rules that would require many heirs, even those exempt from paying estate tax, to pay additional taxes on the built-in gains of property inherited starting in 2010.

Sen. Jon Kyl, R-Ariz., U.S. Senate minority whip, said, “When something is that partisan, it becomes more difficult to accomplish over in the Senate … Given the fact that Sen. Blanche Lincoln, R-Ariz., [chairman of the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee] and I got 51 votes in the budget debate to move forward with a fairer estate tax reform, my

hope would be we could pass that over here and that would be what ultimately became law. I think unfortunately, and this is really unfortunate, nothing is going to pass and be signed into law before the end of the year, so you end up with a ret-roactive change in estate tax law.”

Further, the Senate’s preoccupation with the healthcare bill might prevent them from bringing up the estate tax. One option under consideration is to include the estate tax legislation on a fis-cal year 2010 appropriations conference report.n


Additional design features include a unique, three-element grille that is accented by a prominent chrome sur-round and projector-beam headlamps mounted in large, rectangular housings with chrome accents.

Interior details and flexibilityThe Terrain’s rich, premium interior

is influenced by industrial sculpture and exudes refinement exemplified by con-trasting stitching and fine materials that create a structured look throughout the cabin. A “float-ing” center stack, highlighted by warm ambient lighting, houses ergonomic com-fort and conve-nience controls.

The Terrain also features great attention to detail, with smart use of storage space and compart-ments that are suitable for a variety of items. They include an oversized glove box, a closed storage area in

the instru-ment panel above the center stack, a closed storage compartment under the center armrest large enough for a laptop c o m p u t e r , and two-tier storage in the doors.

Terrain’s

seats were developed to provide outstanding comfort. The standard MultiFlex sliding rear seat can be moved fore or aft nearly eight inch-es (200 mm), providing increased passenger comfort or greater rear cargo capacity. The 60/40-split rear seat-back offers additional configurations for pas-sengers and cargo. The rear cargo area offers 31.6 cubic feet (894 liters) of storage, as well as one of the Terrain’s four auxiliary power outlets.n

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