Focus Advisors Predict the Future: David Roberts, founder and managing director, delivers market insights for 2025
Toronto, Ontario — Founder and Managing Director of Focus Advisors Automotive M&A David Roberts presented a collision industry market update at the MSO Symposium in November, emphasizing the growth of U.S. and Canadian collision consolidators in 2024. The presentation, titled “Scale and its Rewards: Industry Landscape and Market Dynamics,” was delivered to more than 400 […]
Romans’ Report: A 2023 Profile of the Evolving U.S. and Canadian Collision Repair Marketplace
Toronto, Ontario — The 18th annual white paper, A 2023 Profile of the Evolving U.S. and Canadian Collision Repair Marketplace, is now available. As noted in the report, “in this 18th edition of our annual white paper, we continue advancing our insights in the evolving U.S. and Canadian collision repair markets. As we move further […]
Frosty the Snowman, a Remix: Merry Christmas from Collision Repair mag
Elf Road, North Pole — Frosty the Snowman, was a jolly, happy soul, With a dented bumper and a cracked windshield, He drove with a little too much roll. There must have been some magic in the old bent frame he rode, When he hit that patch of ice, He spun and lost control! Oh, […]
More Ontario drivers admit to getting behind the wheel after consuming cannabis
Thornhill, Ontario — A recent survey conducted by CAA South Central Ontario found that substance use, specifically cannabis, is on the rise for Ontarians. According to the study, over half (53 percent) of Ontario drivers have ever tried cannabis, a 14 percent increase from last year. The issue here is that as more Ontarians are […]
Tuesday Ticker: AutoForecast Solutions synopsis
Toronto, Ontario — For this edition of Tuesday Ticker, we’re bringing you a synopsis from AutoForecast Solutions (AFS). With the U.S. election in the rearview mirror, the automotive industry can shift its focus to the road ahead. According to AFS’s latest report, political clarity often paves the way for renewed investments, allowing companies to recalibrate […]
Breaking Boundaries: Automechanika Shanghai 2024’s 20th anniversary edition sets new record
Shanghai, China — Automechanika Shanghai 2024 opened its doors today with a record-breaking 6,763 exhibitors, an increase of 20 percent compared to last year’s event, including 17 overseas country and region pavilions for its 20th anniversary. This year’s fringe program is the show’s largest to date, with over 81 events paving the way for networking, […]
New Era: Boyd Group Services announces CEO Succession Plan
Winnipeg, Manitoba — The Boyd Group announced today that, effective May 14, 2025, Chief Executive Officer Timothy O’Day will step down from his current role, to be succeeded by Brian Kaner, current President and Chief Operating Officer of Boyd. These changes are planned to be effective as of the date of the Annual General Meeting […]
A-List Appointments: Simplicity Car Care Appoints Colson Cole as director of brand development; Gregory Wing as director of strategic partnerships
Toronto, Ontario — Simplicity Car Care is pleased to announce two strategic leadership appointments aimed at further strengthening its brand presence and commitment to partnership initiatives. Colson Cole has been named Director of Brand Development. In this role, Colson will lead efforts to continue growing the Simplicity Car Care brand. With a proven track record, […]
Policy Problems: Profitability issues challenge Alberta insurers; authorities seek solutions
Edmonton, Alberta — The Alberta insurance market is facing significant challenges, leading to the withdrawal of several major auto insurance providers from the province. Earlier this month, Aviva Direct and Sonnet Insurance announced the groups will be ending available auto insurance services in Alberta by late 2024, following in the footsteps of Zenith Insurance’s exit […]
Tuesday Ticker: Volkswagen’s investment pushes Rivian shares; report claims Chinese vehicles will claim 33 percent market share by 2030
Toronto, Ontario – This weekly Tuesday Ticker covers Volkswagen’s recent partnership with Rivian and its impact on the latter’s stock. Meanwhile reports claim Chinese-made cars will claim 33 percent of the global market share by 2030. Volkswagen throws a vine Last week, Volkswagen and the electric vehicle startup Rivian announced a new joint venture partnership. […]
