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It’s time we put our heads together— for the greater good of the industry
“Have you not been affected by a pandemic that basically removed cars from the road for nearly two years?”
Mother Nature’s summer plans By ALLISON ROGERS I have recently developed a personal interest in
There’s a new Pfaff Autoworks in town Story by ALLISON ROGERS What’s nearly 4,500 sq.
Reflecting on his career in bettering businesses Story by MAX REID As he closes the
Meghan McEwen is breaking down boundaries, mastering one skill at a time Story by KATE
CEO Greg Morton on Dominion Sure Seal’s success Story by ALLISON ROGERS If one thing
Supporting family and business are synonymous for Shellie Andrews Story by MAX REID There are
TONY MCQUILLAN | TED GROUP Tony McQuillan has been named the National Director of Strategic
It’s time we put our heads together— for the greater good of the industry I
CARROSIER CASH Québec is giving a boost to its bodyshop sector, as the province’s labour
SKILLS ON THE GO Skills Ontario, alongside Fix Network at its Milton, Ont. training centre,
EASTERN HOSPITALITY Car sharing platform Turo is now available in Newfoundland and Labrador and P.E.I.,
NOT QUITE THE ROCKIES Buckle up, Manitoban drivers. It’s bumpy out there. In fact, roads
A PRETTY PENNY A recent report from Alberta’s superintendent of insurance shows that insurers in
PARTY IN THE PRAIRIES Calling all, far and near, 2022 SAAR Fall Conference tickets are
MAKING IT A BIG THING The public spectacle caused by a flaming Tesla in downtown
NOVA SCOTIA IN THE FALL Mark your calendars, auto recyclers–you’ve got plans this fall! The
CATCH AND RELEASE When reports of corruption within the GTA’s towing industry first hit mainstream
TOUCHED BY A NOODLE A British Columbia-based religious leader is continuing on his crusade against
CYBER LOCKPICKING Experts have recently noted keyless entry on Tesla vehicles and how the added
A CITRUS SITUATION Some eagle-eyed EV enthusiasts have noticed “orange peel” paint on the RT1
REAL TRUST IN AI The results of a consumer survey from Solera showed that 79
DRIVEN BY GLASS Driven Brands announced the acquisition of the U.S.-based auto glass repair chain
NETWORK IN NASHVILLE CARSTAR will host the annual CARSTAR Conference 2022, July 13-15 in the
Ontario Automotive Recyclers Association hosts anticipated Convention and Trade Show Story by ALLISON ROGERS The
AIA Canada gathers for first in-person AGM since 2019 The Automotive Industries Association of Canada
Together for the first time since 2019 Column by STEVE FLETCHER Well, the two-year wait
Five income-generating ideas for your collision repair facility Column by VENESSA DI VITO It’s crazy
Part One: Investigating expectations Column by JAY PERRY When we embark on our careers, I
Combining two or more distinct entities—a.k.a., just weld’er up Column by STEFANO LIESSI If I
Customer service in the current conundrum Column by CHELSEA STEBNER How’s the supply chain shortage
Column by TOM BISSONNETTE … CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS ISSUE Three months into the new business
Story by CHASE CLOUGH Walter Morse, owner of High Caliber Auto Collision & Repair and
Are you in, or are you out? As a collision shop, maybe you do alignments;
Motorists in southern BC city can now access advanced glass repair and replacement services closer
ProColor Collision, one of the fastest growing names in collision repair, has spread eastwards, welcoming
Basecoat Reducers have been formulated as a comparable offering for use in most of the Basecoat colours on the market. These Basecoat Reducers will improve the overall appearance for a smoother basecoat finish and better metallic flake control. Basecoat Reducers are designed to assist cure and flash times and improving basecoat performance. They will also help with sand scratch swelling on sensitive substrates. Outstanding leveling with gloss retention. Compatibility with most of the primers, topcoats, and clears. Superb sag resistance and metallic stability with colour accuracy. VOC 373 g/L. SUGGESTED MIX RATIO IS 2:1.
Fusor® 123MD sealer is a two-component, urethane-based seam sealer used for duplicating factory appearance on truck bed, tooled door skin, floor pan and core support seams. Fusor 123MD sealer is used in applications which require a non-sag cosmetic seam sealer with reduced cycle time. Sealer can be applied directly to bare metal or primed surfaces. Fusor 123MD = 7.1 oz (210 mL)
Offering a dry film build of 1.5-2.0 mils per coat, this premium quality primer surfacer is ideally suited for the high production collision center that benefits from its quick-drying performance to improve throughout and reduce cycle times. Preppers will appreciate ECP35 surfacer for its simple mix ratio, built-in guide coat and superior sandability.
Hunter ADASLink® Full Diagnostic Scan Tool offers Dynamic (driving)ADAS calibration coverage included. Static (fixture) ADAS calibration is available with DAS 3000. It is FCA secure gateway compatible. Hunter ADASLink® Full Diagnostic Scan Tool is pre- and post-scan ready. For use in any bay, with or without Hunter aligner.
GT Aerocan’s newest additions of Premium Rubberized Undercoating and Gravel Guard are a staple for every garage, jobber and body shop. Ideal for underbody, wheel arches and rocker panels, offering maximum durability and protection. High rubber content remains flexible when dry to resist chipping and seals for corrosion and rust protection. Premium Rubberized Undercoating and Gravel Guard dry to a stealth black finish, compatible with most topcoats and paints in as little as 30 minutes.
At LKQ, our Platinum Pro line is a direct fit and a superior performance line of radiators, condenser, cooling fan assemblies and charge air coolers that come with a Limited Lifetime Warranty covering most passenger, light & medium-duty truck applications. For more information contact your local LKQ location, call 866-557-2677.
Get rewards for doing what you do every day. Earn a point for every dollar you spend on qualifying 3M products. Redeem your points for cool swag you can enjoy in your shop. The Repair Rewards Program is open to Automotive Aftermarket and Marine Aftermarket businesses starting March 1, 2022. Sign up online at AADRepairRewards.com. Upload your invoices of qualified 3M products to earn points. Redeem your points for great gear.
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