Tuesday Ticker: Akzo’s profits rise, Sherwin-Williams rated a ‘buy’ and Driven Brands expands its quick lube portfolio
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — October 24, 2016 — The CRM Index is a group of publicly-traded stocks related to the collision repair sector. The thirteen stocks in the index represent a broad range of companies, from large paint providers such as PPG and Axalta to parts providers such as Fenix and repair organizations […]
Ford commits to $5 million investment in the future of composites
By Mike Davey Knoxville, Tennessee — October 24, 2016 — Carbon fibre and other composites are still largely used by high-end manufacturers, but the company that practically defined “mass market” in the automotive world seems to have its eyes on the materials. Ford has recently joined the Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation (IACMI) as […]
Double bill battle: Sherwin-Williams to display two Battle of the Builders cars at SEMA
Las Vegas, Nevada — October 24, 2016 — Sherwin-Williams is commemorating a milestone year at the 2016 SEMA Show. The company, founded in 1866, celebrates its 150th anniversary this year. A number of Battle of the Builders vehicles will be on display at Sherwin-Williams’ SEMA booth, #10631 in the North Hall. The custom cars were […]
Study: Canada’s automotive aftermarket hits record high of $21 billion
By Mike Davey Ottawa, Ontario — October 24, 2016 — Business conditions for the automotive aftermarket have never been better, according to the 2016 Outlook Report released by AIA Canada. A surge in light vehicle sales in the last two years has had a knock-on effect throughout the entire ecosystem, with the Canadian automotive aftermarket […]
Fix Auto Ontario Regional Meeting 2016
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