BREAKING NEWS: Starting November 1st, BMW Canada will restrict sales of certain steel, aluminum, and carbon fiber body parts to BMW Certified Collision Repair Centres only. This follows a similar move by BMW USA, which restricted steel structural parts starting October 1st. With the increasing technology in vehicle engineering, repairs have become more complex, making […]
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Car-O-Liner® Academy is offering state-of-the-art training to help shops stay up-to-date on evolving vehicle technologies and optimize their Car-O-Liner equipment investment. “At Car-O-Liner, our commitment to our customers’ success does not end with the sale,” said Tim Garner, market development manager for Car-O-Liner. “Internally and through our North American distributor network, we offer comprehensive training
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As the third generation of this family-owned business takes over, the future has never been brighter. by Pat Rediger The year was 1924 and the capital city of Saskatchewan was booming. Regina was considered an up-and-coming community and was growing exponentially. The province had the highest vehicle ownership rate in Canada and General Motors (GM)
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If you are planning to be in the automotive service industry long term, you must assume that change is inevitable. by Ron Fisher, CEO QRP Canada, Owner Fisher Resolution This issue, I will address “the road to electrification,” which a year or two ago seemed to have a reasonably clear path forward. While electric vehicles
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ON APRIL 2, 2024, COLOR COMPASS CORPORATION PROUDLY announced the opening of its newest location in Oshawa, Ontario. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the company, as it solidifies its commitment to serving customers in the Greater Toronto Area and beyond. Located at #2–1155 Boundary Road in Oshawa, the new facility is strategically positioned
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Skills Canada has revealed the schedule of live-streamed content that will be featured during SCNC on May 30 and 31, LIVE from Québec City at the only national, multi-trade and technology competition for students and apprentices in the country! This is your chance to introduce your students to different career paths, learn about a day
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Progi welcomes Ms. Stéphanie Filteau as Key Account Manager. Having worked at Progi for several years as Customer Relations Manager and Project Manager, Ms. Filteau has been part of every adventure, overseeing projects for insurer and collision shop accounts. She has a deep knowledge of our business language and our products. Progi is delighted to welcome
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PJ Collision enjoyed the custom work and the challenge of fabricating various parts. (Photo courtesy of PJ Collision) It is no secret that the automotive industry is struggling to attract talent, and extraordinary challenges require extraordinary creativity and leadership. These B.C. shops stepped in to provide both through a unique challenge. by Kara Cunningham Originally
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PHOTO: ColorVision is the recipient of the PPG Automotive Refinish 2021 Platinum Distributor of the Year award. Taking part in the celebration are (from left) Tom Maziarz, PPG vice president, Automotive Refinish, Americas; Chris Dewes, former PPG director, PPG PLATINUM DISTRIBUTOR™ programs; Christopher Wegley, ColorVision operations director; Michael McGarry, PPG chairman and chief executive officer;
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Empire Collision technician crew Clue: they may already be in your shop. by Eli Greenbaum Two perennial questions arise among collision centre owners and managers throughout Canada: 1) how to find competent body and paint technicians? And 2) how to ensure that they have the right qualifications and attitude to be positive assets for your
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