Welcomes of the Week: ProColor Collision welcomes facility in Hinton, Alta.
Hinton, Alberta — The picturesque town of Hinton, in Alberta, is the latest region to join ProColor Collision’s growing footprint in Canada as the iconic collision repair brand reinforces its market presence across the country. Chris Peterson, Regional Vice-President of Fix Network–Western Canada, welcomed ProColor Collision Apex Hinton to the network, describing it as another […]
On the Rise: Nick Dominato featured on SEMA 35 Under 35
Toronto, Ontario — asTech Senior Vice President Nick Dominato is making headlines once again as the only Canadian to grace this year’s SEMA 35 Under 35 list. Dominato has been immersed in the automotive aftermarket from a young age. His father, Dan Dominato, owned Paint Circuit Auto Body Supply, serving Ontario’s Greater Toronto Area–but it […]
Tuesday Ticker: August 31, 2021
Toronto, Ontario — In this week’s Tuesday Ticker, Canada joins Mexico in its request for a formal United-States-Mexico-Canada-agreement (USMCA) consultation, Rivian files a confidential public offering and Driven Brands prepares for its secondary public offering. Parts parlance Canada has joined Mexico in seeking a formal consultation with the United States over USMCA content rules for […]
Tuesday Ticker: August 24, 2021
Toronto, Ontario — In this week’s AutoCanada reports its Q2 2021 financials–blowing 2020’s results out of the water–while the Taiwanese government provides hope for a forthcoming end to the global microchip shortage. AutoCanada picks up pace AutoCanada has announced its second-quarter results for 2021, outpacing last year’s net income by 288 percent. Revenue for the […]
Welcomes of the Week: Fix Auto welcomes new Calgary location
Calgary, Alberta — Fix Auto Calgary Centre is the latest location to join Fix Network’s growing footprint across Canada, with the shop offering best-in-class collision repair services in one of the busiest neighbourhoods of downtown Calgary. Owner Gurveer Randev believes that the aftermarket industry has always been a part of his DNA, with his family operating successful automotive and body shop […]
G’Day, John: Symach appoints John Boukouras general manager of Australia operations
Victoria, Australia — Symach, the bodyshop equipment producer is pleased to announce John Boukouras has been appointed as General Manager in Australia, overseeing and supporting SYMACH activities in the Continent. Boukouras will replace current GM Mark Cunningham, to whom the Company is grateful for his intensive activities in promoting the brand throughout the Continent. Boukouras […]
Hook, Line and Sinker: Calgary area auto facility introduces $1,000 sign-on bonus in effort to attract new talent
Calgary, Alberta — With complaints of staffing shortages echoing across various industries nationwide, bodyshops are getting creative with how they attract new, young talent. Central Auto Care in Okotoks, Alberta, is but one business introducing incentives to attract technicians to its pool, adding a $1,000 signing bonus for successful applicants. The shop had just two […]
Smiths Falls’ Sendoff: Ottawa area bodyshop closes after 25 years
Ottawa, Ontario — As of July 30, 2021, Dan and Kathy Trudel are officially retired after closing up shop at Smiths Falls Auto Body. “I enjoy working on cars,” Dan said. “The repairing and painting of the cars, no-brainer — I’ve done it for 40-some years, but I’ll miss the customers.” Dan began restoring cars […]
Catalytic Conundrums Continue: SGI reports 107 thefts so far this year, a 103 percent increase from last year
Regina, Saskatchewan — Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) has seen a drastic spike in claims for catalytic converter thefts this year, CTV News Saskatoon reported last Friday. Last year, it received 34 claims. So far this year, 107 converter theft claims have been filed, reported the news outlet. Dean Matlock, the owner of Minute Muffler, says […]
Product Report: Arslan Automotive announces availability of new Accuweld Arc Dent Puller system
Pointe Clare, Quebec — Arslan Automotive is pleased to announce that as of July 30, the company is able to ship the new Accuweld Arc Dent Puller system (#60-TM750FK). According to the company, the Accuweld Arc Dent Puller system is a high-end synergic welder with programs dedicated to both aluminum and steel and is capable […]
