Calling on Canada: Carmakers collaborate for climate change
Toronto, Ontario –– With the Canadian Government’s release of “A Healthy Environment and a Healthy Economy” climate change action plan, the Global Automakers of Canada (GAC) are ready to be a part of the change but know it comes down to more than just zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) incentives. The federal government’s plan promises to invest […]
Solve Your Paint Problems: Common auto painting troubleshooting tips
Toronto, Ontario – Painting is often one of the most overlooked aspects of the collision repair process, but a lot can go wrong in the booth and nothing acts more like a rolling advertisement for a shop than their paintwork. A key point to remember is that, like with most things, the first step in […]
In Recovery: DUIs on the decline according to TIRF report, habits shifting
Ottawa, Ontario – The Traffic Injury Research Foundation (TIRF) comes bearing the welcome news that drinking and driving is on the decline in Canada, according to a new study co-sponsored by Beer Canada and Desjardins. The report concluded that “between 1996 and 2017, there was a 57 percent decrease in the number of Canadians who […]
The Xperigo Experiment: Xperigo named one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures
Markham, Ontario – The automotive industry’s leading provider of emergency roadside assistance and call centre services, Xperigo, has been named one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for a second time, according to a press release from Thursday. In a report issued by Waterstone Human Capital, it was found that more than 85 percent of […]
Every Step Counts: Toyota Releases its 2020 North American Environmental Report
Toronto, Ontario — Toyota is trying to help address major environmental issues facing the global community, such as climate change, water scarcity, resource depletion and habitat loss. To minimize environmental impact across its business and maximize positive outcomes, Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) has focused its 2020 environmental sustainability efforts on five key areas – […]
Can You Believe This?! Christmas Edition
Toronto, Ontario — In this special Christmas edition of Collision Repair’s Can You Believe This?! catch the merriest mods, Tinseltown’s trucks, Christmas wrap jobs and much, much more! Merry Christmas!
2020 Recap: 3M’s Pandemic Plan
Toronto, Ontario — This year, Collision Repair kicked off its Open Dialogue webinar series, featuring insightful conversations with industry leaders from Canada. In early August, Collision Repair’s Maddy Kylie sat down with Craig Jalbert, Canadian Division Leader for the Automotive Aftermarket Division at 3M, to discuss 3M’s plans to help the aftermarket through the pandemic, […]
No Hikes for the Holidays: Alberta NDPs call on gov. to cap auto insurance rates
Edmonton, Alberta – Alberta’s NDPs are calling on the provincial government to reinstate a cap on insurance premium hikes, despite the UCP’s claims that insurers are struggling financially in the pandemic. The NDP’s Jon Carson pointed toward the numbers presented in the Superintendent of Insurance 2019 Annual Report as proof that the auto insurance sector […]
Information Incoming: IBIS announces its 2021 conference program
London, United Kingdom — The International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS) is delighted to announce its list of 2021 conferences aimed at bringing exemplary thought leadership content and peer-to-peer networking opportunities to the leaders of the global automotive collision repair industry. The dynamic programme capitalizes on executing a series of globally renowned physical events from June […]
Breaking the Mold: APMA splits with CAMM, APMA to form new mold maker committee
Toronto, Ontario – The Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association (APMA) is launching a new committee for mold makers following the organization’s split with the Canadian Association of Mold Makers (CAMM). APMA president Flavio Volpe notified his members of the new committee in a letter dated Dec. 15. “How you find and train the next generation of […]
