The EV Cure: Global Finishing Solutions releases free EV refinishing guide
Toronto, Ontario — With a steadily growing number of EVs in the Canadian car parc, refinishing jobs for these vehicles are becoming far more common for the average collision repair shop and Global Finishing Solutions wants to make sure those jobs are done safely. The automotive paint equipment developer released a free guide to safe […]
The Big Screen: PPG launches paint films division alongside entrotech Inc.
Toronto, Ontario — The most advanced paint technologies call for the most capable team of experts to support them; to that end, PPG has launched Advanced Surface Technologies, a new joint venture between the company and entrotech Inc. This new strategic partnership, in which PPG retains a majority stake, will see the two companies collaborate […]
Warm Tones: Solar Yellow exterior paint available for order on 2023 Jeep Renegades
Windsor, Ontario — Break out of those midwinter blues with some sun with a new paint offering from Jeep, following the opening of orders for the new Solar Yellow exterior tint on Wednesday. Set to coat 2023 Jeep Renegade models, including new special edition Upland models, this new paint is available for order now at […]
Precious Paint: Infiniti unveils limited edition Black Opal Metallic paint for 2023 Q50
Toronto, Ontario — The black opal, one of Oceania’s rarest and most stunning gems, will now grace Infiniti showrooms in Canada as the luxury automaker announced that Black Opal Metallic paint will be offered on 2023 Q50 Red Sport ProACTIVE models for a limited time. Infiniti says Black Opal aims to emulate the iridescent, colour-changing […]
Blend Brief: Blend study results reviewed by information providers, says SCRS
Palm Springs, California — The Society of Collision Repair Specialists’ (SCRS) recent blend study is making estimating system providers “reevaluate” the numbers they’ve been reporting, SCRS executive director Aaron Schulenberg told attendees at last week’s board meeting. The study results, first released Nov. 1, showed blending took 31.59 percent longer than a full refinish–not 50 […]
Techno Tint: Axalta names ‘Techno Blue’ as 2023 colour of the year
Toronto, Ontario — Axalta unveiled its 2022 colour trends report last month, alongside the always-anticipated release of this year’s global automotive colour of the year, Techno Blue. Every year, the colour experts at Axalta compile data reflective of trends in vehicle colour choices across international markets, as part of its annual “Powered by Color” trend […]
A Bash in Burnaby: FinishMaster draws over 250 to annual B.C. trade show
Burnaby, British Columbia — After what felt like an eternity of COVID-19 restrictions, FinishMaster B.C. was finally able to hold its 22nd annual trade show over the second week of September, as more than 250 guests gathered for the festivities and returned home with armfuls of gifts and prizes. The automotive refinishing company held their […]
Sustainable Majesty: Axalta announces 2022 global automotive colour of the year
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – The announcement of Axalta’s 2022 global automotive colour of the year, Royal Magenta, highlights the growing popularity of darker tones. Royal Magenta is a deep cherry colour with merlot and garnet hues, topped off with a luxurious, dark finish. Berry red in sunlight, it reveals a dark, mysterious look in the midnight […]
Prepped for Success: Axalta launches prepper to painter upgrade course
Toronto, Ontario — Looking to take your refinishing game to the next level? Axalta has launched a brand new training course to give technicians the opportunity to upgrade from prepper to painter in about a week. The course combines online and in-person training sessions and aims to give technicians the knowledge and skills to be […]
U-POL Position: Axalta closes acquisition of U-POL
Glen Mills, Pennsylvania — Global paint-supplier Axalta announced on Wednesday that it has officially closed on their acquisition of U-POL Holdings Ltd. “The acquisition of U-POL is another step in Axalta’s growth strategy and strengthens our global leadership position in the refinish coatings segment,” said Axalta CEO Robert Bryant. “The addition of U-POL’s team, industry […]
