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The Sky is Falling: Class action complaint filed against Mercedes-Benz for spontaneous sunroof collapse

Illinois, United States — A class action complaint has been filed against Mercedes-Benz after a sunroof allegedly collapsed on the plaintiff’s sister head. On March 3, 2020 Bruce Pickens’ sister, Jawanna Tallie said she heard a loud bang, while she was driving on the highway. She proceeded to pull over to check the exterior of the vehicle, […]

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Introducing CARSTAR Berthierville: CARSTAR announces new location in Quebec

Berthierville, Quebec — CARSTAR, a franchise network of independently owned and operated collision repair facilities is proud to announce the opening of CARSTAR Berthierville, located in Berthierville, Quebec. This is the second CARSTAR facility for owners Martin Bellemare and Patrick Longpré, who joined the CARSTAR franchise family in 2013 with the opening of CARSTAR Joliette. […]

Implementing CUSMA: Webinar explains how the new trade agreement will impact the automotive industry

Toronto, Ontario — On June 24, the Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association (APMA) hosted a webinar overviewing the upcoming implementation of CUSMA, the new trade agreement between Canada, U.S., and Mexico. Hosted by Flavio Volpe, the webinar featured two panelists: Joy Nott, Partner, Trade and Customs Practice at KPMG and Karin Muller, Director, Customs Compliance & […]

Investing in Innovation: Hyundai, Kia and LG Chem sponsor global EV & Battery Challenge

Toronto, Ontario — With the ever-increasing demand for EVs, Hyundai Motor Company, Kia Motors Corporation, and LG Chem are sponsoring the EV & Battery Challenge (EVBC), a global competition to identify up to 10 EV and battery start-ups for potential investment and collaboration. The global competition offers start-ups the opportunity to showcase their respective innovative […]

The Sixth Secret Revealed: Leveraging the power of the Mastermind

Toronto, Ontario — “Surround yourself with the dreamers and the doers, the believers, and thinkers⁠—but most of all, surround yourself with those who see greatness in you.” This is one of Dave Luehr’s favourite quotes, and a big part of what he discussed during his June 23 webinar, The Sixth Secret: Leveraging the Power of the […]

Reigning in Reps: Arslan Automotive Canada announces change in Ontario representation

Toronto, Ontario ⁠— On June 1, Dan Dominato, Nick Dominato and Brent Wingrove, all of Precision Marketing, became the new sales representatives of Arslan Automotive Canada in Ontario. Arslan’s catalogue bodyshop products, in addition to the Accuvision-3D, Tecna and Fimer brands will be represented by the group. The change in representation hopes to help strengthen […]

Tomorrow’s World, Today: The latest news on IBIS Global Summit 2020

Toronto, Ontario — On June 22, the International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS), a global conference and networking provider for collision industry leaders and influencers, released an update on its upcoming conference, which will take place on Nov. 19 to Nov. 20, at Le Méridien hotel, Monaco. IBIS will pull the event together under the umbrella of […]

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No Summer Break: FCA facilities push forward, instead of shutting down for the summer

Brampton, Ontario — Normally FCA facilities shutdown for the summer, however, this year several facilities will remain open to get a head start on rebuilding inventory. The plants that are remaining open are; Jefferson North, Toledo Assembly and Sterling Heights in the US; Brampton Assembly in Canada; and Saltillo Truck Assembly and Saltillo Van Assembly […]

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Symach Talks: Featuring Steve Knox

Fredericton, New Brunswick — CARSTAR Fredericton General Manager and Collision Repair columnist Steve Knox was recently featured in a Symach YouTube video hosted by Raffaella Censi, Symach marketing manager, discussing how his business has been coping amid the pandemic and the benefits of having a Symach-equipped shop. Knox, the general manager of CARSTAR Fredericton’s two […]

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Back to Class: I-CAR is set to resume in-shop welding, hands-on training

Toronto, Ontario — I-CAR USA has announced that auto body shops may once again take its welding certification tests, receive hands-on training courses and obtain in-person knowledge assessments to waive classes. The organization will be restarting its in-person sessions at facilities that comply with the COVID-19 protection protocols it has developed. In March I-CAR was forced […]

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Hailing in Protection: Calgary dealerships use protective tents and nets to protect vehicles from hail storm

Calgary, Alberta⁠ — When a massive hail storm hit Calgary many vehicles fell victim to the ping-pong-sized pellets–but some dealerships were thinking ahead. To protect vehicles from the hail, several businesses in the area invested millions of dollars in protective tents and nets. One particular Toyota dealership had placed roughly 300 cars under its tents […]

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Rapid Response: GM observes benefits to 3D printing amid pandemic

Toronto, Ontario — General Motors typically relies on 3D printing to help launch new vehicle prototypes, however, during the pandemic, the same technology has played a critical role in helping the automaker transition from making vehicles to medical devices in a matter of days. “3D printing helps us design and build parts and products faster […]

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