The Fadeaway: MPI calls off repair rate negotiations with repairer associations
Winnipeg, Manitoba — Like feet at your mom’s house, the repair rate terms presented to Manitoba Public Insurance by provincial repairer associations are officially off the table after negotiations broke down on Monday. MPI has given a 90-day notice announcing the termination of the current industry agreement with the automotive trades on repair rates. Talks […]
The Grand Decision: ElectraMeccanica to build new Arizona, U.S. production facility
Vancouver, British Columbia — B.C.-based electric vehicle company ElectraMeccanica has announced it will be expanding its production out of China with a new U.S. factory in Mesa, Arizona. The proposed facility in Mesa will support ElectraMeccanica’s strategic plan to meet anticipated demand for its flagship EV, the three-wheeled Solo. When fully operational, the facility is […]
The Revolution is Now: Andrew Shepherd offers info on I-CAR’s new EV courses
Ottawa, Ontario — With automakers the world over announcing wide-scale conversions of their fleets to battery-electric vehicles (EVs) and telematics systems becoming nearly commonplace, the collision repair industry is no longer simply on the verge of a technological revolution—we’re in the midst of it. That is why Collision Repair took the time to conduct a […]
Accident Insights: OPP say collisions down for 2020, but fatalities up
Ottawa, Ontario — The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have released collision and fatality data for 2020, showing a decline in total collisions for the province but an increase in fatalities. Last year saw 26 percent fewer collisions than 2019, though the fatality rate was 22 percent higher. A large number of deaths were deemed preventable […]
WIN for All: Women’s Industry Network launches updated website
Toronto, Ontario – The Women’s Industry Network (WIN) has upgraded its website in order to reach a larger audience. With this upgrade, the website will be more accessible and easier to navigate for visitors. The visuals of the site were also been updated to make it easier to navigate for the visitors. “The new website’s […]
Battery Boost: Lion Electric to open new battery factory with federal and provincial investment
Montreal, Quebec – Lion Electric announced the construction of a battery manufacturing plant and innovation center in Quebec. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the construction of the facility with Marc Bédard, the CEO and founder of Lion Electric. “With today’s announcement, we are continuing to take steps to support our Canadian businesses, invest in innovation, […]
