CompaniesPorscheCompany OverviewContactAbout PorscheLatest from PorscheEventsCSN-427 Porsche Club Shift Into Spring Open HouseCSN Collision CentresApril 27, 2025April 27, 2025TechnologyColour-Changing Communication: Porsche files patent for colour-changing panels meant to communicate with other vehiclesPorscheToronto, Ontario – Porsche has filed a patent application with the World Intellectual Property Office for automotive colour...March 21, 2025HomeOEM NEWSAI-POWERED ASSEMBLY Nissan says it has improved its paint defect detection rate after investing in advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning designed to detect paint flaws “faster than ever.” The AUTIS Surface Verification system has allowed Nissan to improve its defect detection rate by nearly seven percent, said the automaker, which uses the AI […]December 11, 2024Auto InsuranceDeadly Drives: Hyundai Venue most dangerous vehicle in North America, says new iSeeCars studyToronto, Ontario — According to a new study from iSeeCars, the fatal accident rate in the United States is now 2.8 per billion miles, and the Hyundai Venue is now the car with the highest fatal accident rate, while Tesla has the highest fatal accident rate of all brands. The study specifically analyzed fatality data […]November 21, 2024Trade ShowsSeen at SEMA: AkzoNobel unveils Ridler award-winning Dave Kindig build on Day 1 of SEMA Show; New product award winners announced and much moreLas Vegas, Nevada — The 2024 SEMA Show officially opened on Tuesday, setting the stage for more than 2,400 exhibiting brands to interact with members of the automotive aftermarket on one of the industry’s grandest show floors. Collision Repair’s first visit of the day: a special vehicle unveiling at AkzoNobel’s Central Hall booth. The coatings […]November 5, 2024Trade ShowsA Kindig Shindig: AkzoNobel partners with Dave Kindig at this year’s SEMA 2024 showLas Vegas, Nevada — AkzoNobel has announced that it will once again partner with Dave Kindig, television star of Motor Trend Network’s Bitchin’ Rides show and creator of custom car company, Kindig-it Design at this year’s Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show. This year’s SEMA show is set to take place from November 5 to […]October 22, 2024TrainingTrade Adventures: TVO Kids launches Trading Skills television series aimed at introducing Gen Alpha to careers in the skilled tradesToronto, Ontario — A new TVO Kids, Trading Skills, which began airing on Tuesday, aims to introduce children to careers in the skilled trades industry. According to a recent news release describing the program, the series is aimed at Generation Alpha—those born since 2010. Featuring 26 episodes, the program introduces a cast of youth to […]October 15, 2024PeopleArthur is In: Trevor Arthur named CEO of Porsche Cars CanadaToronto, Ontario — Porsche Cars Canada announced the appointment of Trevor Arthur as its new president and chief executive officer last Thursday, effective Oct. 1, 2024. Arthur brings considerable automotive business management experience to lead Porsche’s growth in Canada as the subsidiary’s new president and CEO, said the OEM. He is returning to his home […]September 27, 2024Collision RepairPorsche’s Priorities: OEM releases position statement supporting rim replacement over repairsToronto, Ontario — Porsche recently released a position statement on rim repairs that indicates that the automaker supports rim replacement over repair. According to the statement entitled, “Prohibition of Porsche Rim Repair,” only superficial paint damages can be repaired. In contrast, any damage to the base material requires an immediate change of the rim. Additionally, […]September 25, 2024Collision RepairCelestial Jade: Porsche creates specially pigmented paint for Taycan Turbo SToronto, Ontario — Porsche unveiled its exclusive Celestial Jade coating for the Taycan Turbo S last week, blending two Chromaflair effect paints in an elaborate development process that allegedly takes around 80 hours to apply. Chromaflair pigments contain thin flakes that appear to shift in colour depending on perspective. These flakes consist of an opaque, […]September 18, 2024Collision RepairExtrication Exhilaration: Pfaff Autoworks hosts firefighter training to raise fundsMarkham, Ontario — On September 14, Pfaff Autoworks in Markham, Ont. hosted a demonstration, teaching industry and community members alike how to safely extricate a vehicle in the event of a catastrophic accident. The event took place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with guests able to enjoy a variety of activities from demonstrations led […]September 18, 2024ADASADAS Assessments: Porsche updates statement on bumper cover repairs with ADAS featuresToronto, Ontario — Porsche has released a “Restrictions on Sensor-Affecting Repairs to Porsche Bumpers” position statement related to repair precautions for vehicles equipped with advanced driver safety assistance system (ADAS) sensors near the bumper covers. Within the document, Porsche’s position statement specifically states that “if damaged bumpers are not properly repaired, painted or wrapped, this […]September 13, 2024PeoplePEOPLE ON THE MOVEEMILE FREMONT, UNIPARTS O.E.M. Emile Fremont has been appointed as a senior management consultant with Uniparts O.E.M. Canada. Fremont brings over 30 years of collision repair industry experience to the role. Fremont will assess industry trends, identify market opportunities and focus on maximizing national relationships. Mike Kaplaniak, CEO of Uniparts O.E.M. Canada, said that the […]August 7, 2024Collision RepairAutomotive Anniversary: Porsche celebrates 25 years of automotive technical trainingAtlanta, Georgia – Porsche Cars North America is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Porsche Technology Apprenticeship Program (PTAP). The program has provided high-quality training and education to people interested in becoming a Porsche technician since 1999. “Our technicians are the backbone of Porsche’s legacy of innovation and precision,” said Timo Resch, President and CEO […]July 31, 2024PeopleWelcoming Wacker: Porsche Cars Canada appoints Matthias Wacker as director of aftersalesToronto, Ontario — As of July 1, Porsche Cars Canada has appointed Matthias Wacker to the role of director of aftersales. Wacker succeeds Alexander Pretsche who has returned to Germany after four years with the Canadian subsidiary of the automotive brand. Wacker joins Porsche Cars Canada’s After Sales department from Porsche AG in Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, […]July 3, 2024Is this your business? You can request to update your listing.
