Pro Spot names AutoChoice as exclusive Atlantic distributor
Carlsbad, California — October 20, 2016 — Pro Spot has announced that AutoChoice Parts & Paints has joined its Canadian distribution team as the company’s exclusive Atlantic Canada Distributor. A statement from Pro Spot says that with 18 locations across Atlantic Canada, AutoChoice is the largest independent jobber in that region with more top-tier collision […]
Friday Fun: ABRA has a new CEO, composites have strong potential and Telsa may have a new rival
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — October 20, 2016 — It looks like big US consolidator ABRA has a new CEO, Snapsheet raises $20 million in venture funding and Apple gets out of the car game. – The CBC reports that fire crews battled a blaze at a Winnipeg autobody shop Tuesday night. The District […]
Annual BMW CCRC conference puts the emphasis on training and customer service
By Jeff Sanford Palm Springs, California — October 20, 2016 — Owners of BMW Group Certified Collision Repair Centres (CCRCs) recently gathered in sunny Palm Springs for their Annual Meeting organized by the premium automaker. As a premium brand, BMW Group recognized early on the importance of an OEM-run certification program. Owners want to know […]
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New development leverages airbag tech for accurate crash notification
By Mike Davey Hamilton, Ontario — October 20, 2016 — It’s pretty much a given that the sooner the insurer and repairer are informed of an accident, the faster they can take action. This is where CalAmp’s new product, Instant Crash Notification, comes in. Instant Crash Notification is the first of the company’s proprietary, patented […]
