i4S Extensions: Pro Spot lengthens warranty for popular welder
Carlsbad, California – Pro Spot International has announced a warranty extension program for its popular spot welder, the i4S. All i4S spot welders purchased since 2018 will be given an automatic additional three-year warranty on both parts and labour making all units warrantied for a total of five (5) years. “For 30 years and counting, […]
Keynote from the Court: Tropicana treats students to slam-dunk surprise
Toronto, Ontario — Students of Tropicana Community Service’s Auto Body Pre-Apprenticeship and Collision Damage programs were treated to a special guest during Tuesday’s annual Discovery Day event. Chad Sanders, manager of the Raptors 905 NBA-G League team and most recent recipient of the Executive of the Year for the NBA G-League surprised the audience of […]
Restless Youth: Three Toronto G1 drivers cause collisions, all within 24 hours
Toronto, Ontario — With roughly 400,000 road tests cancelled in Ontario due to the pandemic, some G1 drivers are getting frustrated. In a video posted Monday to the Toronto Police Traffic Unit TikTok, Cst. Sean Shapiro said that three accidents involving G1 drivers had been recorded, all within a 24-hour period. “Three drivers that should […]
The Case for Claims: CCC preaches power of AI-driven estimates
Washington, D.C. — Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made its way into almost every industry in the world, and auto insurance has been no exception. At American IT firm CCC, AI is being used every step of the way during the claims process. The company says that, because of AI, it was able to double the […]
A Few Loose Screws: Tesla recalls nearly 6000 vehicles over loose brake caliper bolts
Palo Alto, California – Tesla is recalling nearly 6,000 vehicles due to concerns that their brake caliper bolts might loosen, which could potentially cause a loss of tire pressure and increase the risk of a crash. Cars that are part of the voluntary recall include certain 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles. […]
One Person’s Gain, is Another’s Loss: SGI submits proposal that will see decreases for some customers, increases for others
Toronto, Ontario — After sending out rebate cheques, SGI submitted a proposal to the Saskatchewan Rate Review Panel (SRRP) for a revenue-neutral rate rebalancing, which would result in increases for some customers and decreases for others. If approved, rates will be rebalanced so that each vehicle group pays a “sufficient” amount to cover the cost of […]
He’s Your Guy: Simplicity Car Care welcomes Guy Trottier As Field Conversion Manager, Quebec
Montreal, Quebec — Simplicity Car Care has announced Guy Trottier will be appointed as the Field Conversion Manager for its Quebec locations. With more than 35 years of experience in the automotive industry and as an I-CAR certified painter and appraiser, Trottier will use his expertise to develop and execute franchisee support and training plans […]