OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit to feature ‘Meet the Trainer’ segment
Las Vegas, Nevada — October 12, 2016 — The right repair starts with the right information, meaning strong links with the OEMs are more vital than ever before. The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has announced the afternoon session of the OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit will feature representatives from Audi, Jaguar, Porsche and […]
AkzoNobel’s Amjad Farah to present at Treschak Trade Show
Welland, Ontario — September 3, 2016 — Treschak Enterprises has announced another speaker for its upcoming trade show, taking place September 15 at Otello’s Convention Centre in Oakville, Ont. The newly-announced speaker is Amjad Farah, Global OEM Key Account Manager of AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes. Farah has key responsibilities to work directly with OEM automotive […]
CCIF reveals speakers for Vancouver meeting
Ottawa, Ontario — August 29, 2016 — The next meeting of the Canadian Collision Industry Forum (CCIF) will take place September 29 to 30 at the Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown. Industry experts will share insight into the latest collision repair industry trends including diagnostic scanning, industry accreditation and OEM certification programs. The Vancouver meeting […]
Equipment demos stampede into Calgary
By Mike Davey Calgary, Alberta — July 18, 2016 — Technological advances and new OEM materials may leave some repairers feeling like they’ve been caught in a stampede. That makes Calgary an especially appropriate city to host the latest Color Compass equipment event. The event, held at Color Compass training centre in Calgary drew repairers […]
Mike Anderson to lead scanning panel discussion at NACE 2016
By Mike Davey Anaheim, California — July 18, 2016 — Scanning is a hot topic in collision repair, with a number of OEMs calling for scans to be performed both pre- and post-repair to ensure all repairs have been performed safely. The American arms of Honda, Nissan and Toyota have all made it clear that […]
eMarketing Sherpas announces free email templates
Poway, California — July 16, 2016 — eMarketing Sherpas has announced free access to 12 email templates to help collision repairers communicate OEM certifications to consumers in their local market. The OEM email templates are included in the company’s Demand Engine suite of services. They are also available for download from the eMarketing Sherpas website […]
CSN–Kingston achieves I-CAR Gold Class
Kingston, Ontario — July 12, 2016 — CSN-Kingston has achieved I-CAR Gold Class status. A statement from the facility says the investments in people, training and equipment are ongoing, and will help to carry this family business into the next generation. CSN-Kingston is owned and operated by Pat and Patty Stenson. They founded the facility […]
Dan Young joins Collision Diagnostic Services
Plano, Texas — July 11, 2016 — Collision Diagnostic Services (CDS) has announced the appointment of Dan Young as Vice President Sales and Marketing. Young will assume responsibility for sales, marketing and business development. Young has more than 33 years of management experience in the insurance and automotive industries. He served most recently as a […]
Fenix Parts reports loss, but improved business
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — July 5, 2016 — Auto recycling conglomerate Fenix Parts has announced its first quarter 2016 results this past week. While the company reported a loss, the underlying business seems to be doing well. The company recorded a net loss of $41 million for the quarter, or $1.97 per share. […]
BASF releases ‘Parallax’ colour trend report
Southfield, Michigan — May 15, 2016 — Every year, designers from BASF’s Coatings division try to predict the up-and-coming colours of automotive design. The overarching theme for this year’s collection of 65 colors is “Parallax,” referring to how objects appear to move when viewed from different angles. According to a statement from BASF, the two […]
