Maaco Newmarket nets Volkswagen and Audi certifications
By CRM Staff Newmarket, Ontario — August 29, 2017 — In today’s world of brands, banners and associations, it’s sometimes easy to lose sight of the fact that most Canadian collision repair facilities are still independently owned and operated. There will always be differences in the way each location operates, as each individual owner will […]
CSN Automacs Collision first in Canada to qualify for Audi Hybrid certification
By Mike Davey Oakville, Ontario — August 24, 2017 — CSN Automacs Collision has achieved a first in Canada. The facility, owned and operated by the Ingoglia family, is the first collision repair centre in the country to achieve certification under the new Audi Hybrid program. The new certification adds to an already […]
IIHS announces 2017 Top Safety Picks
Arlington, Virginia — December 11, 2016 — The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has released its 2017 Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+ lists. Good or acceptable ratings in the Institute’s new headlight evaluations set the latest crop of qualifiers apart. A total of 38 models earned the “plus” accolade, and 44 earned Top […]
Pfaff Autoworks to host Industry Open House
Toronto, Ontario — October 24, 2016 — It sounds like a double-win: Pfaff Autoworks and Collision Industry Information Assistance (CIIA) are teaming up to give you a chance to win free OEM training while receiving the latest industry information. Pfaff Autoworks, located in Toronto, has announced it will hold an Industry Open House featuring an […]
OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit to feature ‘Meet the Trainer’ segment
Las Vegas, Nevada — October 12, 2016 — The right repair starts with the right information, meaning strong links with the OEMs are more vital than ever before. The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has announced the afternoon session of the OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit will feature representatives from Audi, Jaguar, Porsche and […]
CSN-OpenRoad Richmond Auto Body Industry Night
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The Autonomous Report: Ford sees self-drivers on the road by 2021, Uber plans to deploy them later this month
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — August 19, 2017 — Will this be remembered as the official start of the modern world of autonomous vehicles (AVs)? There’s been a lot of heat and hype about driverless cars, but lately it seems like it’s solidifying into something a little more concrete. – Ford has announced it […]
NACE reveals details for OEM training sessions
North Richland Hills, Texas — June 8, 2016 — The veil has at last been lifted. NACE has released details for the OEM training sessions that will take place at NACE 2016. This year’s event is set for August 9 to 13 at the Anaheim Convention Center and promises to feature record involvement and expanded […]
Audi forecasts high-end body materials and a blossoming of vehicle complexity
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — December 29, 2015 — Audi has announced plans for the year ahead, and those wondering about the future of the collision repair sector will find the company’s plans intriguing. According to a news release, Audi will lay the “foundations for future growth” in 2016 by investing more than €3 […]
Formula First Collision earns Audi certification
By Mike Davey Windsor, Ontario – December 15, 2015 — Formula First Collision has recently achieved factory accreditation and is now one of the few Audi Certified Collision Repair Centers located in Canada, and the first in the Windsor Essex County area. “Formula First Collision is a family owned business that’s built on reputation,” says […]
