This year, Advantage Parts Solutions marks a significant milestone in its journey of excellence, innovation, and OE parts leadership as it celebrates its 35th anniversary. Founded in 1988 in British Columbia, Canada, by Bob Kirstiuk and Tim Scharnberg, Advantage Parts Solutions continues to operate with the same fundamental principles: creating and delivering exceptional value, building …

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I-CAR Canada has partnered with the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB Group) to increase welding training opportunities across Canada. Through this partnership, CWB Group lends the use of its training facilities in Milton, Ontario, and Nisku, Alberta, along with its stable of nationwide instructors to I-CAR Canada for industry-leading. This partnership will also allow the CWB Group …

AIA Canada, I-CAR, and Canadian Welding Bureau Partner to Enhance Welding Knowledge in Auto Shops Read More »

The collision repair parts market in the United States and Canada is projected to see a large increase up to the end of 2033. According to a report from Future Market Insights (FMI), the United States and Canada collision repair parts market reached a value of US$ 33,696.5 million in 2022. This number is expected …

Collision Repair Parts Market Projected to Exceed US$ 53,041.5 Million by 2033 in the United States and Canada Read More »

This year, SATA is once again getting attention with its autumn promotion. The manufacturer of products in the field of wet paint application presents a special edition of its well-known premium spray gun: The SATAjet X 5500 universe. Its striking QR design is not just decorative: A proud owner of this special edition can access the SATA …

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A unique competition brings teams from member shops and high school students together to compete in estimating, body repair, and auto refinishing, while promoting industry excellence and community engagement. by Theresa Jachnycky, director, Automotive Trades Association (ATA) of Manitoba At its annual trade show on October 27, 2023, the Automotive Trades Association (ATA) of Manitoba …

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PPG is making waves in the automotive refinish industry with the introduction of two groundbreaking innovations: the PPG LINQ™ Color software and the PPG MAGICBOX™ body shop assistant. These tools are the latest additions to the comprehensive PPG LINQ digital solution, designed to revolutionize the global refinish industry that “provides productivity and sustainability improvement for …

PPG Unveils Innovations for the Refinish Industry: PPG LINQ Color Software and PPG MAGICBOX Body Shop Assistant Read More »

by Tom Bissonnette, executive director, Saskatchewan Association of Automotive Repairers (SAAR) The Saskatchewan Association of Automotive Repairers (SAAR) is in the midst of final preparations for its biggest-ever Fall Conference and Trade Show, scheduled for September 7–8, 2023. The event features keynote speakers Dave Luehr from Elite Body Shop Solutions and Ryan Mandall from Mitchell …

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Color Compass Corporation, a leading name in the Canadian auto collision industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Stefano Liessi as the new Training and Curriculum Coordinator. This strategic addition to our team reflects our ongoing commitment to advancing the professional development and skills enhancement of individuals within the collision repair sector as well …

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