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Pandemic Purchasing: CarGurus Releases Latest COVID-19 Sentiment Study in Canada
Toronto, Ontario — CarGurus has released the results of its second Canadian COVID-19 Sentiment Study, asking 505 shoppers about their attitudes towards purchasing a car amid the pandemic.  Compared to the company’s benchmark study, conducted in April 2020, this survey, administered throughout the month of June demonstrated a rise in consumer’s interest in purchasing a […]
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‘Edge Above the Rest’: Registration open for the 77th Automotive Recyclers Annual Convention
Reno, Nevada — The Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) has announced that the registration for the 77th annual convention and exposition is now open.  The event is scheduled to take place in Reno, Nevada on November 11-14, at the Peppermill Resort and Casino.  “Your ARA leadership and staff fully realize that this year’s annual convention will […]
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Boost at Bosch: Todd Hertzler appointed VP of independent aftermarket sales
Broadview, Illinois — Yesterday, Bosch North America announced that effective July 1, 2020, Todd Hertzler has been appointed the Automotive Aftermarket Division North America as vice president, independent aftermarket sales. He will be located in the Broadview, Illinois office, reporting directly to Enrico Manuele, regional president, automotive aftermarket North America.  Hertzler brings 14 years of […]
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Collision Check Changes: GM to revise ‘extremely labor-intensive’ collision inspection rules
Toronto, Ontario — General Motors is working on adjusting its requirement for an “extremely labor-intensive” and invasive set of inspections following crashes, says General Motors U.S. collision manager, John Eck.  However, General Motors makes it clear that, until the OEM releases new guidance nothing is changed. For now shops should continue to follow the “Repairs and […]
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Advertising Oops: Ontario car dealership apologizes after seemingly obvious advertising mistake
Toronto, Ontario —  A car dealership in Ontario has apologized after using a photo of two people shaking hands while wearing face masks in a flyer for a sales event. In a statement to CTV News Toronto, Nissan Canada said its dealership in Newmarket used the “publicly available stock advertising image” for a flyer but […]
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Webinar Notice: Frank Terlep on why test drives are crucial for ADAS equipped vehicles
Toronto, Ontario — Industry veteran, Frank Terlep is hosting a webinar on why proper test drives and documentation are critical on ADAS equipped vehicles, on July 22 at 2:15 p.m. CDT (3:15 EDT). Throughout the webinar, entitled ‘Why Test Drives are Critical for ADAS Equipped Vehicles’ participants will learn about the current and future state […]
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Tuesday Ticker: July 20, 2020
Toronto, Ontario ⁠— In this week’s Tuesday Ticker, Uni-Select preps for its second-quarter results webcast and market analysts predict Axalta’s Q2 results, while Fiat Chrysler and Peugeot unveil a new corporate name under the companies’ merger.  Uni-Select second-quarter call On Thursday, July 30 at 8 a.m., Uni-Select will be hosting its 2020 second-quarter results conference […]
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Fighting Fraud: 3M’s ongoing actions to combat COVID-related fraud
Toronto, Ontario — 3M has worked with law enforcement authorities and partnered with e-commerce and technology companies to help protect the public against those exploiting the demand for critical 3M products throughout the pandemic.  Over the last few months, 3M has created resources to fight fraud, filed 18 lawsuits and removed thousands of deceptive websites […]
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Dealership Data: Substantial increase in foot traffic among Ontario dealerships
Toronto, Ontario — TRADER Corporation, a digital automotive solutions provider has teamed up with EQ Works to commission a survey examining foot traffic among 750 different Ontario dealerships. The findings of the study confirm a substantial increase in foot traffic between May and June 2020. Walk-in data collected during the study revealed a 56 percent […]
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Nuclear Notice: Radioactive equipment stolen in Montreal
Montreal, Quebec — On the evening of July 15, 2020, a vehicle containing a Troxler portable gauge was stolen in Montreal. A police report has been filed with the local police force. This radiation device contains the nuclear substance Cs-137 with an activity of 158 MBq. The radiation device is categorized as Category 4, based […]
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Against Autopilot Advertising: German court accuses Tesla of misleading claims, bans autopilot advertising
Munich, Germany — Tesla CEO, Elon Musk is known for his bold, far-fetched statements regarding the capabilities and technological advancements of his company’s vehicles.  Most recently Musk has suggested Level 5 Tesla autonomous vehicles are “very close” and “basic functionality” should be complete this year. Over the last few months Musk has been throwing around […]
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Taking Flight: 360 Group of Companies announces Wings and Wheels drive-thru fundraiser
Abbotsford, British Columbia — Billed as the largest indoor drive-thru spectacular in North America, 360 Group of Companies announces Wings and Wheels 2020, in support of the Crystal Gala.  The Wings and Wheels is set to take flight on Aug. 15, from 10 a.m.- 8 p.m. and Aug. 16, from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. at […]
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