Edmonton, Alberta -- AutoCanada Inc., a multi-location Canadian automobile dealership and collision repair operator, has completed the acquisition of Modern Autobody, a collision and refinish repair facility in Edmonton.
The business has operated in the Edmonton market for more than 50 years and is known locally for repair quality and technical capability. According to a press release, the acquisition expands AutoCanada’s collision repair presence in the region and strengthens its coverage for luxury and electric vehicle repairs.
“Modern Autobody is an excellent strategic fit for AutoCanada,” said Sam Cochrane, interim chief executive officer and chief financial officer of AutoCanada. “The business aligns closely with our focus on premium and luxury certifications, offers attractive operational synergies, and is led by a highly experienced team. We are pleased to welcome Modern Autobody to our platform.”
After the acquisition, the business became part of AutoCanada's network of Canadian collision operations, which consist of 33 other collision centres and one calibration centre.
The shop holds OEM certifications from manufacturers including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, MINI, Jaguar, Land Rover, Tesla, Porsche, Lexus, Acura, Honda, Bentley, Infiniti, Subaru and Rivian. Company officials said the certifications enhance the group’s ability to serve luxury and EV collision repair customers in the Edmonton area.
According to the press release, Modern Autobody does not currently participate in direct repair programs. Company officials described this as an opportunity to establish insurer partnerships and increase repair volume using existing insurance relationships.
The Alberta business was profiled in a cover story for Collision Repair published last year.
