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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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3M Introduces Precision Finish Nozzles to Improve Paint Application Efficiency
Five new spray nozzle designs aim to improve atomization, reduce overspray, and help collision repair shops make better use of refinishing materials. SEMA Nov.5, 2026 ...
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AirPro + Revv Introduce Four Products to Connect the ADAS Repair Workflow
New tools help collision repairers identify required calibrations, coordinate diagnostic work, and document repairs for reimbursement. SEMA Nov. 5, 2026 — AirPro + Revv has ...
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Mitchell, Tractable Plan: Automated Vehicle Inspection and Estimating Integration
The proposed integration would connect Tractable’s LumaScanner with Mitchell Intelligent Estimating to streamline vehicle intake and preliminary damage assessments. SEMA – Nov. 5, 2026 — ...
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Alberta Introduces Right to Repair Framework and New Vehicle Defect Protections
Bill 34 proposes greater consumer access to repair parts, tools, and information, while introducing legal protections for owners of vehicles with recurring warranty-covered defects. Nov ...
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I-CAR brings new training and technical demonstrations to SEMA 2026
New courses in diagnostics, blueprinting, and glue pull repair, along with live welding demonstrations and an ADAS display, highlight the organization’s focus on developing collision ...
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AkzoNobel introduces Modern Vintage automotive refinish line
New product range combines more than 140 years of original OEM colour history with modern Sikkens paint technology for restoration shops, custom builders, and automotive ...
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U.S. automotive aftermarket forecast to grow 5.2% in 2026
An aging vehicle fleet, rising ADAS adoption, and increasing repair complexity are expected to drive market expansion past $500 billion by 2029. Canada’s aftermarket is ...
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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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