Remaining Intact: Insurer releases report on current state of pandemic driving habits
Toronto, Ontario — A new report from Intact Financial Corp. shows that driving levels among Canadians are on their way back up to pre-pandemic rates, but we still aren’t quite there yet. “Driving activity has been on the rise since early May,” said Isabelle Girard, senior vice president of personal lines at Intact. “We are […]
Faulty Fuel Pump: Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain 86 Models
Toronto, Ontario — Toyota Canada is conducting a safety recall involving fuel pumps on certain 2018 and 2019 Toyota 86 models. In Canada, approximately 232 vehicles are involved in this recall. According to Subaru, the affected vehicles may be equipped with a low-pressure fuel pump produced during a specific timeframe that may include an impeller […]
Race Cars to Kayaks: Race car engineers design custom kayak for Japanese Olympian
Tokyo, Japan — Olympic kayaker Kazuya Adachi took on the games with a custom boat built by race car engineers who had never even made one before, reported Reuters. Mooncraft, a company that builds race cars, also took on the project without even looking to see how other kayaks in the competition were built. “We […]
EV/AV Report: August 2, 2021
Toronto, Ontario — In this week’s EV/AV Report, Quebec leads the way in Canada’s transition to electric vehicles and Oshawa receives funding for a virtual showroom to raise awareness about EVs. Meanwhile, a Canadian-based power electronics company expands into the U.S. Quebec’s Killin’ It After the Canadian federal government announced it will ban sales of […]
Open Book: Nissan releases 2021 Sustainability Report
Yokohama, Japan — Nissan Motor Co. released its 2021 Sustainability Report on Friday, detailing the company’s environmental efforts over the past year. The near-300 page report laid out the specific actions Nissan has been taking over the past year across the following areas, as listed in the press release: environment, traffic safety, diversity and inclusion, […]
Lithia’s Loot: Dealership group reportedly in talks to acquire Pfaff Automotive
Toronto, Ontario — Lithia Motors, a U.S.-based auto dealership group, reportedly has its sights set on Ontario-based Pfaff Automotive for its first Canadian acquisition, according to Automotive News Canada. Lithia CEO Bryan DeBoer told the publication Wednesday that it has acquisitions of Canadian dealerships under contract and slated to close within 90 days—deals that could […]
20th Anniversary Image Gallery
The members of Canada’s automotive aftermarket are highly skilled individuals in many areas—but boy, do they know how to party. It’s been a while since we all got together for a good-old-fashioned conference or trade show. Luckily, Collision Repair magazine has got you covered for now. Take a glance through our 20 years of photo […]
Product Report: Arslan Automotive announces availability of new Accuweld Arc Dent Puller system
Pointe Clare, Quebec — Arslan Automotive is pleased to announce that as of July 30, the company is able to ship the new Accuweld Arc Dent Puller system (#60-TM750FK). According to the company, the Accuweld Arc Dent Puller system is a high-end synergic welder with programs dedicated to both aluminum and steel and is capable […]
Sharing is Caring: Car share service kicks off service in Victoria just in time for the long weekend
Victoria, B.C. — Just in time for the long weekend, Evo Car Share is introducing its fleet of 80 sustainable vehicles to Victoria, B.C. with the launch of Evo Victoria, beginning Aug. 1. As the province’s restart plan continues to strive towards bringing people back together, Evo, created by parent company BCAA is providing an […]
Viva Las Vegas: AIA Canada to host historic Canada Night at SEMA Show 2021
Las Vegas, Nevada — Planning on heading to Vegas the first week of November and yet to sign up for the Automotive Industries Association of Canada’s (AIA Canada) iconic Canada Night event? Why wait? AIA Canada says slots are 50 percent sold out with the event still three months away. Slated for November 2, this […]
