HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL -- September 7, 2008 -- The I-CAR Education Foundation is now accepting applications for the Education Foundation's Instructor of the Year award. The winner gets a trip to NACE 2008 where the instructor will be recognized for their achievement.

This award is open to all collision repair instructors teaching at career and technical schools and colleges. Nominate an instructor by visiting ed-foundation.org

GILBERT, AZ -- September 6, 2008 -- US Monolithics has developed an automotive radar “system-on-a-chip” in alliance with Smart Microwave Sensors of Braunschweig, Germany. The integrated microcircuit incorporates RF and digital control functions that simultaneously determine the position, speed, and direction of multiple objects to help improve driver safety with adaptive cruise control, lane change assist, blind zone visibility, stop-and-go speed regulation, and collision avoidance.

TORONTO, ON -- September 5, 2008 -- Fix Auto Ontario has announced that it has added a new shop, Fix Auto Sarnia, to the network, strengthening the network’s market presence in southwestern Ontario.

Fix Auto Sarnia is owned and operated by Wallis Pontiac Buick and is located at 1103 Confederation Street, Sarnia.

TORONTO, ON -- September 4, 2008 -- Opportunities exist to show your commitment to training through your company's sponsorship of the I-CAR Canada Annual Meeting to be held October 17 at the Hilton Montreal in Dorval, QC. Opportunities are available to sponsor all aspects of the meeting.

Breakfast Sponsor - $500
Only three opportunities available!
Breakfast will be provided for those attending the Town Hall Meeting.
This sponsorship includes:
• Prominent signage at breakfast
• Acknowledgement during the Dinner & Recognition Program

Mid-Morning Refreshments Sponsor – $500
Only three opportunities available!
Refreshments will be provided for those attending the Town Hall Meeting.
This sponsorship includes:
• Prominent signage at Mid-Morning Refreshments
• Acknowledgement during the Dinner & Recognition Program

Lunch Sponsor – $500
Only eight opportunities available!
Lunch will be provided for meeting attendees.
This sponsorship includes:
• Prominent signage at lunch
• Acknowledgement during the Dinner & Recognition Program

Mid-Afternoon Refreshments Sponsor – $500
Only three opportunities available!
Refreshments will be provided for those attending I-CAR classes and the Program Instructor and Volunteer Meeting.
This sponsorship includes:
• Prominent signage at Mid-Afternoon Refreshments
• Acknowledgement during the Dinner & Recognition Program

Dinner & Recognition Program
The Dinner & Recognition is the highlight of the day and is an opportunity for everyone to gather as a group, recognize the achievements of professionals in the inter-industry, and enjoy some entertainment.
Gold Sponsor - $3,000
Only two opportunities available
This sponsorship includes:
• Three tables of preferred seating
• Prominent name placement on event signage
• Prominent acknowledgement during event
Silver Sponsor - $500
This sponsorship includes:
• Name placement on event signage
• Acknowledgement during event
Table Sponsor - $600
Reserve your table of eight today and show your support for I-CAR Canada at the Dinner & Recognition Program.
This sponsorship includes:
• Preferred seating
• Prominent signage at sponsored table
• Acknowledgement during event

Sponsorship opportunities are on a first come, first served basis. For more information or to become a sponsor, please contact Brandon Eckenrode at 800-422-7872 or via email at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it