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Recycling
Brighter Days: Output of U.S. recycling sector up 6.4 percent
Washington, D.C. ⁠— The resilience of the global recycling industry was showcased last week at the Institue of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI) annual conference and exposition stage as organization President Robin Wiener said U.S. recycling industry output is up 6.4 percent from pre-pandemic levels. “As the industry gathers virtually for our ISRI 2021 annual convention this […]
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ADAS
The Goods on Glass: U.S.-based safety council looks to build crash data
Washington, D.C. — The U.S.-based Auto Glass Safety Council (AGSC) is working to improve the collection of data regarding windshield failures in collisions, according to a press release from April 23. According to AGSC, documenting the role of a windshield has not traditionally been a high priority for crash investigators. In an effort to shift […]
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Events
In the Rearview: AIA Canada releases 2020 Annual Report
Ottawa, Ontario ⁠— Following the organization’s annual general meeting earlier this week, the Automotive Industries Association of Canada has released its 2020 Annual Report. The 2020 Annual Report is the association’s ‘highlight reel’ of successes in the face of the unprecedented challenges brought on by the pandemic. The report outlines AIA Canada’s mission and progress […]
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Collision Repair
The Climb: Driven Brands reports Q1 financial results
Charlotte, North Carolina ⁠— Driven Brands has reported its financial results for the first quarter ended March 27, 2021.  Driven, the parent company of collision repair brands CARSTAR, Fix Auto USA and Maaco, reported revenue of US$329.4 million⁠—an increase of 83 percent from 2019. The company said the increase was primarily driven by the Q3 […]
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Collision Repair
Shuffling the Board: AIA Canada unveils new board members during AGM
Ottawa, Ontario — The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) yesterday, where the organization unveiled its 2021 Board of Directors. AIA Canada has named Bob Jaworski, president and general manager of Auto Electric Service, as its executive chairman for 2021-22. Jaworski takes over from Susan Hitchon, business development […]
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Training
Enterprise’s Endeavour: Company joins Collision Industry Foundation Annual Donor Program
Mechanicsville, Virginia — The Collision Industry Foundation (CIF) is delighted to announce Enterprise has joined the CIF Annual Donor Program. The Annual Donor Program was designed to bring needed, recurring resources to CIF, so it can deliver on its mission to Answer the Call when those in the industry have been impacted by unforeseen catastrophic […]
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Tuesday Ticker: April 27, 2021
Toronto, Ontario ⁠— In this week’s Tuesday Ticker, PPG scores a consecutive Gold Rating in business sustainability, AkzoNobel reports growth for 2021’s first quarter and auto parts supplier Martinrea teams up for a joint battery research venture. Seal of sustainability PPG has announced that it has once again achieved a Gold Rating in corporate social […]
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For Your Consideration: LKQ announces new training course on replacement part considerations
Chicago, Illinois –– LKQ Corporation is excited to announce a new online training course hosted within I-CAR’s virtual training library, “Aftermarket Collision Replacement Parts Considerations.” The Aftermarket Collision Replacement Parts Considerations course was released March 2, 2021, and is designed to educate the industry on the evolution of the aftermarket collision replacement part industry. Over […]
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EV/AV Report: April 26, 2021
Toronto, Ontario – In this week’s electric and autonomous vehicle report, Honda commits to 100 percent EV sales by 2040, a recent report shows Alberta as a growing hub for tech development and Lion Electric prepares to enter the public trading market. Hon Da Path to Carbon Neutrality With carbon neutrality high on the list […]
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Automaker Ambition: Honda announces goal for carbon neutrality, collision-fatality-free future
Toronto, Ontario — On Friday Honda announced plans for its future sales of electric vehicles in North America, along with its plans to work toward the realization of carbon neutrality and zero traffic collision fatalities. The OEM plans for 100 percent of its vehicle sales to consist of battery-electric and fuel cell EVs, progressing from […]
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Yes you Tropi-can-a: Last days to apply for Tropicana pre-apprenticeship program
Toronto, Ontario — This weekend is your last chance to sign up for the Auto Body and Collision Damage Repairer pre-apprenticeship program, offered by Tropicana Community Services. With registration set to close on Monday, Tropicana is sending out a last call for individuals between the ages of 18 and 30 to sign up for this […]
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CARSTAR and the Chocolate Factory: Shops surprise customers with gift cards in chocolate bars
Hamilton, Ontario – Willy Wonka would be proud of CARSTAR’s latest initiative, wherein facilities across North America surprised customers with prizes wrapped inside of chocolate bars. Owners gave away chocolate bars to their customers, vendors, employees, and community supporters, with one special chocolate bar in each community holding a $100 cash gift card inside. Participating locations […]
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