Contre toute attente: Montreal auto show draws nearly 150,000 despite 3 snow days, OEM absences
Montreal, Quebec — Proving that the Canadian car show spirit is still alive and well, the organizers of this year’s Montreal International Auto Show (MIAS) are proud to report that the show drew in a crowd of 148,516 attendees, in spite of some snowy weather. “Our goal was achieved. Despite the three snow days and […]
Learner Car: All EV Canada creates labeled, educational version of Tesla Model 3 for tech training
Halifax, Nova Scotia — The great minds over at All EV Canada in Halifax have come up with a bright idea for educating collision repair technicians on the diverse, and often unfamiliar, electronic components in a modern electric vehicle, as shown in a recent Youtube video. The team at All EV Canada just unveiled a […]
Disaster Looming: Stellantis ceases European lobbying efforts, citing fossil fuel vehicle sales ban in 2035
Amsterdam, The Netherlands — Stellantis is taking its ball home in the European lobbying world, with its CEO expressing his dissatisfaction with European environmental regulations and that the company will cease lobbying with governmental bodies. “We no longer have lobbyists. We do not negotiate anymore. We can no longer wait for governments to make decisions—we […]
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Nouveaux amis: AIA’s Quebec division appoints five new members to committee
Toronto, Ontario — There are five new names you need to know, as the Automotive Industries Association of Canada has appointed some new members to its Quebec Division Committee, according to a press release from Tuesday. If you attended AUTOXPO 2021 or Bumper to Bumper’s 2022 conference, the name Annie Demarais might sound familiar. Demarais […]
Term of Office: Subaru Canada appoints Tomohiro Kubota as new CEO, president and chairman
Toronto, Ontario — Join Subaru Canada in welcoming Tomohiro Kubota into his new role as chairman, president and CEO of the Japanese OEM’s Canadian division, replacing Yasushi Enami following the end of his five-year term. Kubota is a known quantity in the world of Subaru, having held positions in the retail and dealership side of […]
Krafting Success: Fix Network nominates Scott Kraft to Key Account Manager for Sales, Relationship Management
Toronto, Ontario — The sales department at Fix Network is excited to unveil a new shake-up to its management team, announcing that Scott Kraft has been nominated to the new role of Key Account Manager for Sales and Relationship Management. Having previously served as director of operations for Fix’s Western Canada division, Kraft has developed […]
Puck Pals: PPG renews deal as official paint sponsor of the NHL for next three years
Toronto, Ontario — It’s safe to say that a friend of the NHL is a friend of the Canadian collision repair industry, and PPG has announced that they have extended their official friendship with the league for another three years. As the official sponsor of the NHL, PPG will play a part in presenting this […]
A Powerful Pairing: 3M extends IBIS Global Partner status for three more years
Toronto, Ontario — As international leaders in their respective fields, it seems only natural that IBIS and 3M carry on their fruitful partnership, as the latter announced Tuesday that it has extended its status as an IBIS Global Partner for the next three years. This partnership will see the Minnesota-based manufacturer of just about everything […]
Wine and Dice: AIA Canada’s Grand Forum Quebec returns Dec. 15
Montreal, Quebec — The Automotive Industries Association of Canada’s Grand Forum du Québec is back this December following a four-year absence, bearing the theme, “I am AIA.” According to the association, the day will be filled with information and dynamic speakers, followed by evening packed with a cocktail reception, casino activities, and the chance to […]
