The Automotive Retailers Association has committed to hosting its inaugural Collision and Glass Trade Show in June 2022. The message is simple, “Industry is evolving, evolve with it.” With the introduction of ICBC’s repair programs, many shops require access to information. Learn how to gain efficiency, become more profitable, and how management systems can provide […]
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by Eli Greenbaum Today, thanks to advanced coating technologies, the spectrum of colours available to a car customer is wider and deeper than ever before. More than a century ago, a revolutionary automaker named Henry Ford told his marketing and sales team, “Any customer can have a car painted any colour that he wants, so
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Craftsman Collision has introduced a new health and safety policy to further protect employees, customers, suppliers and the communities in which the company operates. The vaccination policy applies to all employees of the Craftsman Group, which includes Craftsman Collision, Distinctive Auto Works, MB Autoworks, Craftsman Auto Glass, Wedge Clamp Systems, and Craftsman Ventures, to be
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Craftsman Collision, a Canadian MSO in the auto body repair industry since 1977, has partnered with the Canadian Red Cross to support of the B.C. Wildfire Appeal campaign. In mid August, a 2-week matching fundraising campaign was launched through Craftsman’s social media channels, media outlets in the Okanagan and Craftsman employees. The campaign raised $15,833,
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Dorien Lozeau is passionate about the collision repair trade, especially the refinishing aspect. by Pat Rediger As Dorien Lozeau brings home the national Skills Canada award for his car painting skills, he could not be prouder. “It was pretty awesome news to hear that I had won,” said Lozeau. “Having people that are young, like
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The 8th Annual Copart Rebuild Challenge is officially open for entries, and the $5,000 top prize is up for grabs. The Rebuild Challenge is a photo contest where Copart members in the United States, Canada and Mexico can submit before and after photos of their favourite car restoration/rebuild projects for a chance to win cash
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After a year missed, the Automotive Industries Association (AIA) of Canada and its Canada Night Committee announced the plan for a recharged and revamped 2021 Canada Night event. Traditionally held during the Automotive Aftermarket Parts Exposition (AAPEX) and SEMA Show in Las Vegas, this year’s event will be held at the Venetian Resort, Las Vegas,
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When it comes to careers, kids have choices. But they do not always have the information they need to make the best choice. Enlightening them could make a difference and help the collision repair industry. by Eli Greenbaum We are all very aware of the current—and possibly ongoing—shortage of technicians. Vocational schools and their collision
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Training and finding talent are two topics we never tire of. Sometimes a training program is as close as a collision centre’s backyard, a local community college, or even a high school. by Eli Greenbaum Photos courtesy Tony/Mike Harrington Finding new talent can be mighty impressive. Case in point: Tony Harrington, from Victoria, British Columbia.
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Cars today gather enormous amounts of data about the vehicle and its driver, including important maintenance and repair information. This valuable data helps drivers make smarter decisions about how to repair and maintain their cars. Most new cars are equipped with systems that wirelessly transmit this data. So who has access to the data your
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