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Overseas Exports: Stolen GTA vehicles found in Italy

Toronto, Ontario ⁠— Investigators with the York Regional Police Financial Crimes unit, working in conjunction with the Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) and Italian National Police have recovered more than 40 vehicles stolen from the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Through a collaborative effort, York Regional Police, CBSA and the Italian National Police seized 30 crime […]

Demand for Original Parts: American survey says OEMs needs to generate more demand for original parts

Toronto, Ontario — An American white paper suggests OEMs need to do a better job generating demand for original equipment (OE) parts, with customers requesting the parts only about 20 percent of the time. Carlisle & Company, a source of support and solutions for vehicle manufacturers, along with MOTOR recently found that although OEM parts […]

Fostering Growth: CSN Bemac completes starting rotation with fifth facility in Ottawa

Ottawa, Ontario — CSN Network has expanded its footprint with the addition of CSN Bemac Cyrville, the fifth CSN facility under the Bemac umbrella of CSN locations. Under the direction of both long-time CSN owners and operators Joe and Danny Frangione, the CSN Bemac family has solidified its business as an MSO within the CSN […]

APMA Webinar: Preparing for the CUSMA Implementation

Toronto, Ontario — As automotive companies focus on recovery in the wake of COVID-19, they are preparing to face another obstacle—the transition from the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) to the Canada, United States and Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), to be implemented on July 1. To help the automotive industry through this tumultuous time, APMA […]

SEMA Survey: Automotive industry remains optimistic about future

Toronto, Ontario — From May 20 to 29, SEMA conducted a survey consisting of more than 1,800 professionals within the specialty-equipment industry to check in on how they have been doing amid the pandemic. The study found overall the industry continues to maintain a positive outlook and is beginning to move past the disruption caused […]

AAPEX 2020: Registration now open

Las Vegas, United States — Registration is open for AAPEX 2020 set to take place Tuesday, Nov. 3 through Thursday, Nov. 5 at Sands Expo and Caesars Forum Conference Center in Las Vegas. Representing the $1 trillion global automotive aftermarket industry, the premier event is preparing for the November conference by following instructions from the […]

Fiorani’s Prophecies: Rumours suggest Ford may scrap Edge SUV, concerns raised on Oakville plant’s fate

Oakville, Ontario — A U.S. automotive consultant says Ford is planning to stop production of the Edge crossover utility vehicle, which has raised concerns about the future of the Oakville, Ont., assembly plant where the model is built. Sam Fiorani, vice-president of global forecasting at AutoForecast Solutions, says Ford is in the process of changing […]

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CIECAst Upcoming Webinar: ‘Back to the Future of Collision Repair & How CIECA Brings All Industry Segments Together’

Toronto, Ontario — The next CIECAst webinar will take place June 30, at 11a.m. CST (12 p.m. EDT), featuring Erick Bickett, founder of CIECA and the co-founder and former CEO of ACAB Automotive Group and FixAuto USA. Members and non-members are all invited to participate in the online event. In the hour-long live broadcast, Bickett will […]

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Fighting Cystic Fibrosis: CARSTAR raises funds for Cystic Fibrosis research

British Columbia — Today, CARSTAR is celebrating a new milestone—they have raised a total of $4 million dollars for cystic fibrosis research, care and advocacy. CARSTAR first started fundraising for cystic fibrosis when a franchise partner’s granddaughter received a cystic fibrosis diagnosis. Normally, in June there would be numerous Shine week events across North America in […]

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Aluminum Alterations: Nissan announces all-new design for 2021 Nissan Rogue

Toronto, Ontario — On June 15, Nissan revealed the all-new design for the 2021 Nissan Rogue, where the company disclosed that almost the entire vehicle ranging from the hood, to the fenders, all the way to the doors will be made out of aluminum. Some aluminum is already in the 2020 version of the Rogue, […]

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Green Machines: Toyota and Ford were announced winners of Canada’s Greenest Employers 2020 competition

Toronto, Ontario ⁠— Two of the largest automotive manufacturers in Canada, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TTMC) and Ford Motor Company of Canada were announced as winners of Canada’s Greenest Employers 2020—an editorial competition that sheds light on employers who lead the nation in environmental awareness. TMMC was recognized for their continuous support of environmental initiatives in surrounding […]

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OEMs on Glass: Ford cautions use of aftermarket auto glass

Toronto, Ontario ⁠— Windshield and side glass play an integral role in the performance and functionality of certain features in Ford vehicles. During repairs that involve glass removal and replacement it is vital that the vehicle is restored to its original operating condition. The quality, performance and safety of aftermarket replacement windshields and side glass may […]

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