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GM Faces Lawsuit for Driver Data Sharing, TPG Acquires Classic Collision, Women Make Up Only Two Percent of Technicians

GM Faces Lawsuit for Driver Data Sharing, TPG Acquires Classic Collision, Women Make Up Only Two Percent of Technicians

Automotive Repair News Today · Braxton Critcher

April 10, 20245m 54s

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Show Notes

On this episode, Braxton Critcher explores pressing issues within the automotive industry. Guest Tara Topel addresses the glaring disparity in gender representation, noting the mere 2% of women employed as technicians despite making up over half of the U.S. population. Topel emphasizes the need for hiring based on skill and qualifications rather than gender. The episode also covers General Motors facing litigation over the unauthorized collection and sharing of driver data, which could lead to a cascade of similar lawsuits. Furthermore, Braxton discusses TPG's upcoming acquisition of Classic Collision and the anticipation for the National Automotive Service Task Force's general meeting.

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