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No More NorthEast 2020: In-person event cancelled, trade show moves to virtual format

Toronto, Ontario ⁠— The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers New Jersey’s (AASP-NJ) NorthEast Tradeshow has been moved to an entirely virtual format. The news comes nearly two months after the event was initially postponed from March to August 2020. “When we first realized the magnitude of COVID-19 and postponed NorthEast in March, we hoped we […]

The Tesla Tick: Pro Spot announces new approvals from EV automaker

Toronto, Ontario ⁠— Pro Spot has announced new Tesla approvals for its i4s Smart Welder and the SP Series MIG Welders, earning the equipment a spot on its OEM-approved equipment list. The company said the approvals came “after a rigorous testing process.” “Congratulations to the entire Pro Spot team,” said Ray Olsson, president of Pro […]

Aftermarket Ascension: AIA Canada appoints Kathryn Jones as chair of the Young Professionals in the Aftermarket Committee

Toronto, Ontario — The Automotive Industries Association (AIA) of Canada has appointed Kathryn Jones as the new chair of the Young Professionals in the Aftermarket committee. As a fourth-generation Canadian aftermarket professional, Jones’ passion for the industry goes back to her family’s jobber store and eventually led her to Georgian College, where she graduated with […]

A Glimmer of Hope: Canadian auto sales drop 44 percent in May, an improvement from April

Toronto, Ontario — DesRosiers Automotive Consultants says Canadian auto sales dropped by 44 percent in May, an improvement from the estimated 74.6 percent decline in April. An estimated 113,224 new light vehicles were sold in May, up from 45,833 sold in April. April was the largest single-month decrease in new vehicle sales on record—the lowest […]

Millions Made: Toyota Canada produces its nine millionth vehicle

Cambridge, Ontario — Toyota Canada says it “takes pride in every vehicle built,” however, on May 27, a very special vehicle rolled off of one of the company’s assembly lines. The vehicle—a Lexus RX 450h hybrid luxury SUV—is the nine millionth build assembled by Toyota Canada, representing a milestone in the automaker’s 30-year history in […]

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Tesla Approved: CSN Avenue joins the Tesla Approved Body Shop Network

Toronto, Ontario ⁠— On May 13, CSN Avenue Collision, a body shop located in Toronto was officially certified by Tesla. Both CSN Avenue and their sister company CSN 427 Auto are now a part of the Tesla Approved Body Shop Network. With CSN Avenue Collision being the only Tesla Collision Centre in downtown Toronto. “At […]

Refinishing Response: Tesla launches paint protection product after class-action lawsuit launched in Quebec

Montreal, Quebec ⁠— Tesla has introduced a solution for its peeling paint problems just hours after news broke of a Quebec man’s class-action lawsuit against the company.

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Lines Liberated: Ontario automakers restart production

Toronto, Ontario ⁠— Ontario automakers have thus far seen a smooth transition in restarting operations amid the pandemic, according to employees at Fiat Chrysler’s Windsor, Ont. assembly plant.

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Uni-Select joins Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance

Boucherville, Québec — Uni-Select has joined the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, a global network of independent automotive warehouse distributors. “We are glad to join the Alliance as we are both driven by entrepreneurial spirit and have a strong commitment to the aftermarket,” said Brent Windom, president and CEO of Uni-Select. “This association will enable Uni-Select […]

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CIECA Names Paul Barry Executive Director

Toronto, Ontario ⁠— CIECA announced that Paul Barry was named executive director of the organization, effective June 1, 2020. In his new role, Barry will work with CIECA’s board of trustees to develop a clear mission and objectives for the organization, as well as an effective strategy to accomplish those objectives. “My goal as executive […]

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Tuesday Ticker — June 2, 2020

Toronto, Ontario — In this week’s Tuesday Ticker, Ontario’s auto manufacturing sector braces for a bitter milestone as consumption looks set to outpace vehicle production, one of Canada’s best performing provinces–by total vehicle sales– saw three-digit sales in April, and Europe’s green sector blossoms with record-setting investment in EV businesses. Manufacturing Sea Change The […]

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CIECA Hiring: Technical project coordinator needed

Toronto, Ontario — Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) is on the lookout for a remote technical project coordinator. With the current technical project coordinator retiring, they are looking for someone to fill the position immediately. The successful applicant will work as an independent contractor and will be responsible for managing projects across all business […]

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