Mitutoyo America Corporation Introduces RTX Roundtracer Extreme
AURORA, Ill.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Mitutoyo America Corporation is pleased to announce the release of the RTX Roundtracer Extreme all-in-one measuring system that integrates roundness, contour and surface roughness measurement functions on a single platform to save time and improve productivity. This advanced CNC machine utilizes speed, accuracy, and operability at the highest level to measure a wide […]
Wallbox Enters First Phase of Build-out For Its U.S. EV Charger Manufacturing Facility
Texas-based Facility to Further Support Domestic Sustainability and Infrastructure Goals MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. & ARLINGTON, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Wallbox (NYSE:WBX), a leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management solutions worldwide, today announced the commencement of construction at its Arlington manufacturing facility, the company’s first U.S.-based EV charger manufacturing facility. The 130,000 square-foot high-tech plant […]
Eaton Names Marco Martini President, Vehicle Group, Europe, Middle East and Africa
GALESBURG, Mich.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#autosupplier–Power management company Eaton today announced Marco Martini has been named president, Vehicle Group, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Martini will be responsible for leading all business growth and operational activities in the EMEA region. He will continue to be located in Torino, Italy. “Marco’s diverse background and broad leadership experience make […]
Electra Vehicles, Inc. Welcomes Electric Vehicle Industry Expert Alexander Hitzinger to Board of Directors
BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#BMS–On April 5, 2022, automotive industry leader Alexander (Alex) Hitzinger was appointed to the Board of Directors at Electra Vehicles, Inc. as an Independent Board Member. The appointment marks another critical milestone for the growing AI battery software startup as the company expands its expert roster of electric vehicle leaders from the transportation industry. […]
BRITISH COLUMBIA | REGIONAL NEWS
KEEPING RECORD British Columbia has introduced regulations around the sale of catalytic converters in effort to curb the crime that reportedly costs the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) millions every year. As of March 14, the province now requires buyers to report each transaction, including seller information, straight to police. Catalytic converters thefts in […]
POWER IN PEOPLE
Believe it or not, you can learn something from everyone Column by CHELSEA STEBNER A long time ago, our fearless leader decided to grow from the ground up. At a time when many shops were not interested in young, green labour and wanting only the heavy hitting journeypersons, he chose to begin the building process. […]
BLIND SPOTS
Does your inner circle have your back? Column by JAY PERRY As humans we are all subject to certain effects that limit ourselves in achieving our potential. One such effect is the bias that we are more competent in areas where we, in reality are not, thus over-estimating our abilities. Another effect is called ‘hindsight […]
HIRE AWAY
Deciphering the secrets to successful job postings Column by VENESSA DI VITO Have you been posting your automotive job openings across various HR job posting sites, only to find that there are few to NO applications showing up for the positions you are recruiting for? Does anyone know what has happened to all the applicants? […]
THE PEOPLE- ORIENTED PIVOT
How to maximize your most valuable asset Column by NANCY ROLLAND What is the most valuable asset of your business? Believe it or not, it’s not your real estate or your equipment—although those items cost you plenty. The most valuable assets of your business are the people you employ. The individuals you trust each day […]
ON THE HUNT
What the kids are saying about collision repair Story by KATE NG Two dozen people file into the school hall, clipboards at the ready. They take their assigned seats; some nervously tap their pens while others nonchalantly count the planks in the ceiling. Except they’re not students—they’re employers in the autobody industry, looking for their […]
