Bodyworx Professional Volume 13, Issue 1 is now available digitally.
From cover star Nya Excell to features exploring EV safety, training and the evolving role of technicians, the latest issue of Bodyworx Professional highlights the realities facing today’s collision repair professionals. As vehicles grow more complex and pathways into the trade continue to evolve, success increasingly comes down to skill, adaptability and access to the right opportunities. This issue is essential reading for anyone looking to build a strong, sustainable career in collision repair.
Here are some of the must-read stories in this issue:
Cover Story -- Opening Doors: Now finishing her Level 3 apprenticeship at Centennial College, Nya Excell is preparing to step into a full-time role at Don Valley Volkswagen, where she has been working part-time since January 2025. Her journey into the trade began through the Tropicana program, which helps remove barriers to entry by combining in-class training with hands-on shop experience -- offering a structured pathway for those without prior industry connections.
Clients in the Back-of-House: Today’s customers are arriving armed with online estimates, AI-generated repair summaries and strong opinions -- reshaping front-office conversations and reinforcing the value of hands-on expertise in the shop.
Safer Electric Vehicle Repairs: A step-by-step framework outlines how to properly disable and re-enable high-voltage systems as EVs become routine in repair bays.
Training Time -- Color Compass Hosts TORCAM Team: This feature explores the importance of bridging the gap between leadership and the shop floor, showing how stronger communication can improve estimating accuracy, profitability and respect for the craft.
Canada’s Confounding Insurance Puzzle: A guide breaks down the complexities of Canada’s insurance system, helping technicians better understand the environment they work within.
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