OEM NEWS
CRISIS COORDINATION Ford released an emergency response guide (ERG) in its recent OnTarget newsletter. The free document was distributed with the aim of equipping technicians with a deeper knowledge of the locations of various safety features, including airbags and sensors, as well as detailed procedures on how to safely approach and deactivate a damaged EV. […]
INDUSTRY NEWS
GOODBYE TO GOTSCH The automotive aftermarket is bidding farewell to an industry legend, as CCC Intelligent Solutions’ Susanna Gotsch prepares for retirement, closing the book on a prolific 30-year career. Gotsch worked in the many different avenues of CCC since her 1992 start with the company, having built up skills in product development and management, […]
TECH TAKES THE WHEEL
The automotive aftermarket is not immune to technological advancements—and changes will come rapidly By SYLVAIN SEGUIN, president of Fix Network Canada Change is inevitable and to make it in any business, you must be flexible to stay relevant. And the evolution of technology is keeping all of us on our toes. The aftermarket business is […]
PEOPLE ON THE MOVE
JOHN TURNER | SIMPLICITY CAR CARE John Turner has joined Simplicity Car Care as brand development manager, he announced on LinkedIn in early December. Turner brings vast experience in several sales roles and previously owned his own service centre, collision repair facility and auto jobber location. EMMANUEL GYEBI | FIX NETWORK Fix Network is […]
EVOLUTION, NOT REVOLUTION
It seems like the quest for the lowest repair price will soon be over. Thank goodness! By DARRYL SIMMONS It may be a new year, but here’s a not-so-new prediction: well-trained and well-equipped collision repair centres will be in high demand in 2023. In my opinion, we will see facilities with the knowledge and capability […]
