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Budget 2026 Offers Tax Relief and New Supports for Automotive Apprentices

Changes to tool deductions, extended EI benefits and apprenticeship incentives aim to ease training costs and strengthen Canada’s automotive workforce. Canada’s 2026 federal budget includes …

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Symach Appoints Jon Dulude to Lead North American Business Development

Industry veteran brings more than 40 years of collision repair experience to equipment and production technology supplier. Nov. 11, 2026 — Collision repair equipment and ...
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GEICO Foundation Invests US$100,000 in Collision Technician Training Pipeline

Funding will help colleges strengthen student recruitment and employer partnerships as the industry confronts a growing shortage of skilled technicians. Nov. 12, 2026 — The ...
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Boyd Group Reports 28.2 Per Cent Growth in Third-Quarter Sales

Acquisitions and operational efficiencies drive revenue and margin improvements, while repairable insurance claims continue to decline. Nov. 12, 2026 — Boyd Group Services Inc. reported ...
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U.S. Automotive Aftermarket Forecast to Reach US$599.7 Billion in 2026

Auto Care Association’s latest Factbook projects continued growth, with an aging vehicle fleet and increasing repair complexity supporting demand. The U.S. automotive aftermarket is expected ...
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Equipment Dealer Technician Shortage Adds Pressure to Collision Repair Workforce

New report identifies a shortage of more than 1,200 technicians annually in Canada’s agricultural and construction equipment sectors, intensifying competition for skilled tradespeople. Canadian agricultural ...
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Mitchell 1 Introduces ProDemand+, Combining Collision and Mechanical Repair Information

Expanded OEM repair resources help collision shops navigate increasingly complex vehicle repairs. Nov. 10, 2026 — Mitchell 1 has introduced ProDemand+, an expansion of its ...
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Opus IVS, asTech and BlueDriver introduce new diagnostic and ADAS tools at SEMA

New products include AI-powered ADAS guidance, estimate workflow tools, and updated diagnostic hardware for repair professionals. Opus IVS, asTech, and BlueDriver introduced a range of ...
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AutoCanada Acquires Cochrane Collision Repair Facility

Acquisition establishes an ACX presence in Cochrane, Alberta, adding repair capacity, experienced technicians, and insurer relationships to the company’s southern Alberta network. Nov. 9, 2026 ...
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1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Takes Top Honours at SEMA Battle of the Builders

Eddie Pettus claims the 2026 overall title with a five-year, 15,000-hour custom build featuring a 1,300-hp twin-turbo engine. Sema Nov. 9, 2026 — A heavily modified ...
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The Realities of ADAS Calibration

Facility requirements, essential tools, ROI, and what collision shops need to know.
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New EV Battery Recovery Program Is a Start—But Falls Short

Canada’s new national EV Battery Recovery Program shows promise. But its voluntary, OEM-led design risks undermining the circular economy it claims to support.
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Taking Back Control – A Real-Life Tug of War

by David Ribeiro, Director, Industry Relations,Automotive Retailers Association (ARA) As I write this article, President Trump is threatening substantial tariffs on Canadian materials and products ...
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