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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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Intact Reports Higher Auto Premiums Amid Rising Claims Costs and Market Pressures
Canada’s largest property and casualty insurer records 10 per cent growth in personal auto premiums, while vehicle repair costs and catastrophe losses continue to influence ...
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Celette WebTools wins SEMA collision repair product award
SEMA, November 6, 2026 — Celette’s WebTools structural repair software has won the Collision Repair and Refinish Product category at the 2026 SEMA Show New ...
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European Commission approves AkzoNobel-Axalta merger, subject to divestment
November 6, 2026 — Amsterdam and Philadelphia — The European Commission has conditionally approved the proposed merger of equals between Akzo Nobel N.V. (AkzoNobel) and ...
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Anita Huberman to Champion Automotive Industry in BC’s Economy
New President & CEO at Automotive Retailers Association Announced: Anita Huberman to Champion Automotive Industry in BC’s Economy VANCOUVER, B.C. | NOVEMBER 6, 2026 The ...
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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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