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First in Canada: CSN-Brimell qualifies for updated Toyota certification program

A few views of the audit process at CSN-Brimell Paint and Collision Centre. Brimell Toyota is the first Toyota dealership to qualify under the new program.

By Barett Poley Toronto, Ontario — February 6, 2017 — CSN-Brimell Paint and Collision Centre is the first Canadian collision repair business to qualify for Toyota’s updated certification program. The facility is part of Brimell Toyota, located in Toronto, Ontario. Richard Marsh, Operations Manager at CSN-Brimell, says they’re excited to qualify, as the updated certification […]

NAIAS: Next year’s hot technology and autonomous vehicles take centre stage

The new 2018 Camry was unveiled at NAIAS. The vehicle has an aluminum hood, but otherwise depends on high-strength steel for lightweighting. The new car will also be available with a two-tone paint job.

By Barett Poley Detroit, Michigan — January 10, 2017 — The 64th annual North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) is currently underway in Detroit. A few highlights from this year’s show include announcements about the next-generation Toyota Camry and other vehicles, the brand new AutoMobili-D Exposition and the star of the “Cars” movies transition into […]

IIHS announces 2017 Top Safety Picks

A total of 82 models qualified for either the Top Safety Pick or the Top Safety Pick+ designation.

Arlington, Virginia — December 11, 2016 — The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has released its 2017 Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+ lists. Good or acceptable ratings in the Institute’s new headlight evaluations set the latest crop of qualifiers apart. A total of 38 models earned the “plus” accolade, and 44 earned Top […]

Toyota Canada holds training events in Toronto and Montreal

Paul Stella of Toyota and Mike Anderson of Collision Advice at the Toyota training event in Toronto.

By Barett Poley Toronto, Ontario — November 23, 2016 — A training event for collision repairers and appraisers was held in Toronto and Montreal by Toyota Canada, with the purpose of diagnostic and estimating training for collision repair shops. The Toronto training session was held at the Delta East Hotel. The Montreal session took place […]

Pfaff Open House targets new materials, techniques and scanning

A few shots from the Pfaff Autoworks Open House. Check out the gallery below for more!

By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — November 21, 2016 — Pfaff Autoworks held its annual Insurance Open House, drawing attendance at least four times greater than what it was in 2015. This year’s event was held in association with Collision Industry Information Assistance (CIIA). Attendees gathered at Pfaff’s high-end repair facility in Vaughan. Representatives of […]

Fix Auto expands in Quebec and Alberta

The team at Fix Auto Calgary City Centre.

Montreal, Quebec — November 3, 2016 — Fix Auto has announced the addition of two new facilities to the network: Fix Auto St-Augustin and Fix Auto Calgary City Centre. Fix Auto St-Augustin is owned and operated by Guy and Gilles Vallières.   “Our shop’s philosophy is first and foremost based on a family spirit,” says […]

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 […]

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