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Headaches at Honda: Employees at the Honda Manufacturing Plant in Alliston sent home due to possible cyber attack
Alliston, Ontario — Employees working at the Honda manufacturing plant located in Alliston were unexpectedly given the day off on June 8, due to a possible ransomware cyberattack.  Company spokesperson, John Bordignon told Collision Repair Magazine that production at the Alliston plant was disrupted on Monday due to a “computer/systems issue”.  However, production at the […]
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Volkswagen CEO Steps Down: Herbert Diess giving up brand management position
Berlin, Germany ⁠— Volkswagen’s CEO is stepping down from managing the company’s brand in order to concentrate more on the group as a whole, reported the Associated Press. Herbert Diess will be replaced as head of the VW brand by Ralf Brandstaetter, who has been serving as the brand’s chief operating officer, the company said in a […]
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Golf From Your Living Room: Collision Repair Education Foundation announces online golf tournament
Toronto, Ontario — After having to cancel their in-person golf fundraiser due to COVID-19, the Collision Repair Education Foundation (CREF) has decided to move their annual golf tournament online. On June 25, golf and online game enthusiasts from across the globe are invited to attend the Collision Repair Education Foundation’s first online golf fundraiser. Participants […]
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An Online World: Collision Industry Conference to be held online
Toronto, Ontario — As COVID-19 restrictions remain in place and caution against gatherings of large groups of people, the Collision Industry Conference (CIC) will be held online for the first time in its history.  Instead of hosting in Philadelphia—as originally planned—the event will be held on July 22 and 23, from 11 a.m. to 3 […]
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Design Down: Project Arrow finalists announced
Toronto, Ontario ⁠— The Automotive Parts Manufacturers Association (APMA) has named three finalists in the design phase of its all-Canadian electric vehicle project.  The trio of finalists was selected from nine submissions made in the spring and selected by a panel of global leaders in automotive design, some of Canada’s most respected auto champions, alternative […]
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Women for the WIN: Women Industry Network hosting 2020 most influential women awards online
Toronto, Ontario —  The Women Industry Network (WIN) has announced that the awards ceremony for 2020’s most influential women will be hosted online.  The virtual event will take place on June 16 at 2:00 p.m., and will recognize influential women in the collision repair industry. This year’s recipients are Kristle Bollans, director of replacement accounts […]
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Road to Recovery: Symach-equipped shops weather COVID-19 storm
Toronto, Ontario — Axiom UK, a Symach-equipped collision repair facility owned by TDN Group Company, is on the road to recovery after being particularly hard-struck by COVID-19.  Managing director, Jordan Fisher said the UK-based operation came to a swift standstill when the COVID-19 outbreak first hit because an employee or one of their family members […]
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Flying Hoods: Nissan calls for a recall
Toronto, Ontario ⁠— For the fourth time, Nissan is recalling a massive amount of Altima sedans in both Canada and the United States to fix a latch problem that may cause the hood to fly open while vehicles are in motion.  This recall will include nearly 1.9 million vehicles, reported the Associated Press. The previous […]
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All Clear? Think Again: Developing an effective scanning process
By Chuck Olson Those collision businesses that develop an effective diagnostics scan process will see an almost immediate benefit. A diagnostic process—like strategy-based diagnostics—performed by a qualified diagnostic specialist can save a collision repair facility money, cut back touch-times,  improve capacity, reduce the risk of legal liability, and, most importantly, improve the safety of motorists […]
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EV/AV Report: June 8, 2020
Plan for an Electric Van?  General Motors Co is said to be developing an electric van targeted at business users, reported Reuters.  According to the report,  sources familiar with the plans said the EV is expected to start production in late 2021.  GM has yet to announce whether or not they are developing an electric […]
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COVID-19 Impact: AIA Canada releases a second survey
Toronto, Ontario ⁠— Automotive Industries Association (AIA) of Canada has launched a second survey seeking input on how COVID-19 has impacted businesses. This second round of questions will provide AIA Canada with valuable information to help the aftermarket navigate the current COVID-19 crisis.  Additionally, the anonymized results will be shared with government authorities with the […]
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The Power of Association: Dave Luehr on becoming powerful while remaining independent
Toronto, Ontario ⁠— Dave Luehr’s Elite Body Shop Academy will be hosting a free online webinar on June 23 at 1:00 p.m. CDT, discussing one of the most important success ingredients for a modern-day collision repairer—the power association.  Unlike Elite’s previous webinars, this program will feature no guests⁠⁠—topics will be both presented and hosted by […]
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