Planning Ahead: AIA Canada Quebec call on incoming political candidates to futureproof auto industry for EVs
Montreal, Quebec — In preparation for Montreal’s Oct. 3 general election, the Automotive Industries Association (AIA) of Canada’s Quebec Division has three demands for incoming political candidates, citing structural inadequacies that leave the automotive industry unprepared for the mass arrival of electric vehicles (EVs). These demands include owners’ rights to vehicle data, fighting planned obsolescence […]
The Premier’s Picks: Eleven skills industry leaders form Alberta ‘Council on Skills’
Edmonton, Alberta — A group of eleven skills industry stakeholders will head up the new “Premier’s Council on Skills,” announced on Monday, as the province of Alberta continues its push to bring more skilled trades workers into the province. Comprised of leaders from various sectors of industry, though unfortunately lacking an expert specifically knowledgeable in […]
Industry Insider: The future of collision repair technicians
Toronto, Ontario –– On today’s episode of Industry Insider, sponsored by Pro Spot International, Collision Repair mag’s James Kerr sits down with Russell Duncan from Pro Spot, along with three notable reps that started out on the production floor: Stefano, John and Oliver.
Liebert’s Leave: PPG announces departure of its senior vice president, automotive coatings
Pennsylvania, United States – PPG has announced the departure of senior vice president Rebecca Liebert on Sept. 16, who has taken on an external opportunity that “is a true testament to her strong leadership capabilities.” Liebert joined PPG as senior vice president, automotive coatings in June 2018, serving as a member of the operating committee […]
Planned Programming: MSO Symposium unveils 2022 agenda
Las Vegas, Nevada – The Automotive Service Association has released the MSO Symposium’s agenda, which will be held in Las Vegas on Oct. 31, 2022. Developed by the Automotive Service Association (ASA) and the MSO Symposium advisory board, the conference’s programming discusses multiple topics pertaining the industry’s most influential collision repair operators in North America. […]
