Triple Threat: Global Finishing Solutions appoints three new VPs
Osseo, Wisconsin — Global Finishing Solutions has announced the appointment of three new vice presidents: Tom Carlson, VP of operations; Marty Hedlund, VP of industrial sales and Ellie Ramey, VP of auto refinish sales. As vice president of operations, Carlson offers 20 years of leadership experience in the industrial sector. He has worked with change […]
Claims Communication: Surveys finds Canadian millennials prefer texting with insurers
Toronto, Ontario — A new survey found Canadian millennials, people aged 25 to 45 prefer texting with their insurance providers for certain parts of the claims process and view texting as an asset in regards to selecting an insurance company. The study conducted by Hi Marley, found that 56 percent of Millennials and 52 percent of […]
Welcome of the Week: CARSTAR welcomes new Manitoba facility
Gimli, Manitoba — CARSTAR recently announced the opening of a new shop in Gimli, Manitoba. Owners of CARSTAR Gimli, Dan Jonsson and Skye Grexton, have been in the collision repair industry for over 30 years. Looking to continue growing their business, they joined CARSTAR in 1998 and have since grown their operations to seven locations. […]
New Course: CSN Collision Tilbury repairs research boat for University of Windsor
Tilbury, Ontario — CSN Collision Tilbury recently repaired and refinished a research boat for the University of Windsor. The vessel, which was used in the 1980’s needed a full make-over, which included stripping off the aluminum, some repairs, followed by a fresh coat of paint. “We do some upgrading of boats, like speed boats,” Ryan […]
A Quarter of a Century: Advantage Collision celebrates 25th anniversary
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan — Advantage Collision recently celebrated a huge milestone — 25 years in business. Ben Gareau, owner and general manager of Advantage Collision has owned the shop for 14 years now, however, the business itself has been around for 25 years. “Somebody once said that five years is a test of business. If you […]
Aced It: Dorien Lozeau from CSN Black Ace wins 2021 Skills Canada car painting competition
St. Paul, Alberta — CSN Black Ace is where the national title winner of 2021 Skills Canada postsecondary car painting competition honed his craft. Dorien Lozeau took first place in the Skills Alberta’s provincial competition and followed it up by winning nationals as well. Similar to some of the most admired champions across any discipline, […]
Fraser Valley Friendliness: B.C. auto glass shop thanks community for support
Fraser Valley, B.C. — For nearly 50 years, Abstract Auto & Window Glass has serviced Fraser Valley and the surrounding communities with nearly every type of auto glass or window-related need. The Mitchell family who continues to own and operate the business wish to thank their loyal customers for their relentless support over the past […]
New Ruling: N.S. judge doubles fine for shop owner who pleaded guilty to safety violations that contributed to workplace death
Halifax, Nova Scotia — A Nova Scotia Supreme Court judge has more than doubled a fine imposed on a former autobody shop owner, who pleaded guilty to workplace safety violations that contributed to the death of an employee. The court announced the decision Tuesday saying the sentence for one of the violations was “demonstrably unfit.” […]
Can you believe this?! – December 27, 2018
By CRM staff Toronto, Ontario — December 27, 2018 — Collision Repair has prepared some of the top unbelievable stories of the week! Thousands of dollars were spilled all over a highway in New Jersey plus a repair shop is giving back by selling away a vehicle for one dollar! Tunnel Vision A Slovakia man […]
