Improper aluminum repairs could lead to costly comebacks, reports Repairer Driven News
By CRM Staff Toronto, Ontario — June 6, 2018 — A 16-page research report released October 2017 by the Aluminum Association finds filiform corrosion to be a real issue for aluminum repairs, especially “in wet and salty environments typical of the east coast of Canada or the USA.” Filiform corrosion differs from the […]
Ford announces new standard safety features
By CRM Staff Dearborn, Michigan — March 21, 2018 — In a recent press release Ford has announced that by 2020 all of its vehicles will come equipped with an advanced driver assistance systems package, reports Repairer Driven News. “Though our vehicles today are safer than ever, drivers tell us they are still […]
New webinar series to be offered by industry expert Mike Anderson
By CRM Staff Toronto, Ontario — February 6, 2018 — Beginning this month, autobody trainer and consultant Mike Anderson is set to host a new series of webinars in partnership with differing OEM representatives. The free webinars, titled “Learn to Research, Research to Learn,” will be held on a monthly basis with the intention […]
Maaco honours Canadian owners at Paradise Island retreat
By Gideon Scanlon Paradise Island, Bahamas — January 9, 2018 — Last October, Maaco franchise owners from across North America traded in their ties for flip-flops and traveled to the Atlantis resort in Paradise Island, Bahamas for the franchise’s annual convention. As he boarded his plane, Maaco Newmarket owner Steve Celli had much to celebrate. […]
John Eagle’s legacy: Karco simulates Honda Fit crash to demonstrate need for OEM parts
By Erin McLaughlin Toronto, Ontario — January 2, 2018 — Karco recently developed crash-testing footage of three Honda Fits—a red 2009 Honda Fit with a glued roof and other non-OEM repairs, a blue 2013 Fit with numerous aftermarket parts, and a control black 2010 Fit. The 2009 vehicle replicates the repairs done by John […]
All vehicles must be scanned after a collision, says Honda Canada
By Tom Davis Toronto, Ontario — December 21, 2017 — One OEM has put their foot down on the subject of scanning. Honda Canada has announced that all Honda and Acura vehicles involved in a collision must be scanned and calibrated, regardless of age. The company defines a collision as damage that exceeds minor outer […]
Cardinal Couriers opens new building and lays out expansion plans
By Tom Davis Mississauga, Ontario — December 1, 2017 — Time is the biggest issue for all businesses, but for Cardinal Couriers meeting deadlines comes naturally. The company is well-known for its transportation services to both the OEM automotive aftermarket and the automotive recycling sectors, and its new building will provide even greater capacity. “This […]
Audi cracks down on OEM repair procedures
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — November 10, 2017 — The popular Guild 21 Teleconference call took place this past week. This month’s version of the event included an announcement by Audi that it is “cracking down” on shops that do not follow OEM procedures. The topic of OEM repair guidelines is a hot one […]
Pfaff annual Insurance Open House to focus on technology
By Tom Davis Vaughan, Ontario — November 10, 2017 — Pfaff Autoworks will be hosting its fourth annual Insurance Open House on November 15, with a special focus on technology and the future of the industry. This year’s event, which takes place at Pfaff Autowork’s collision repair facility in Vaughan, Ontario, will bring together repairers, […]
Nissan plans to launch autonomous car in 2020
BY CRM Staff Tokyo, Japan — October 27, 2017 — Nissan has demonstrated a prototype of its most advanced autonomous vehicle, and announced that it plans to launch the car for real-world use in 2020. The company tested the next generation ProPILOT technology on a modified INFINITI Q50 sports sedan on public roads in Tokyo. […]
