Collision Repair 23#5

Collision Repair Collision Repair 23#5

DIVERSIFY TO THRIVE

The key to success in today’s world of collision repair In an era where electric vehicles (EVs) are speeding ahead and advanced driver assistance systems(ADAS) are setting new industry standards, collision repair shops stand at a pivotal moment. The key tostaying competitive and relevant? Diversifying their services to embrace these technological advancements. Picture a bustling […]

October 17, 2024

DEFINING ACCOUNTABILITY

Blame game or recipe for betterment? By ALLISON ROGERS What is accountability? I recently ran into a statistic online that suggested a startling 80 percent of people understand accountability in the workplace to be synonymous with punishment. Accountability, when you look up the definition of the word, is “the obligation or willingness to accept responsibility […]

October 16, 2024

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TOWING NEWS

TOWING TOILS Tow operators in Northern Ontario have reported complications with the new industry requirements imposed on July 21, 2024, that require service testing not readily available in the region. The issue, according to Northern Ontario tow operators, is that there are currently only two authorized training providers in Ontario and one of them—CAA Club […]

October 16, 2024

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RECYCLING NEWS

SUSTAINABLE SCHEDULE Honda recently released a document outlining its 2024 environmental social governance (ESG) plans for increased recycling efforts for future products and parts. Honda claims it wants to “take on the challenge” in shifting to a recycling-oriented business that creates economic value while reducing the consumption of natural resources. The OEM said it is […]

October 16, 2024

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QUEBEC | REGIONAL NEWS

SUNNY DAYS Polytechnique Montreal students have won two races in the United States, the Solar Grand Prix and the American Solar Challenge, with their self-built solar-powered vehicle. The vehicle, which took two-and-a-half years to build, specifically won the Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix and the American Solar Challenge, both of which took place in July. […]

October 16, 2024

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REGIONAL NEWS | ONTARIO

SAPUTO SIGNINGS Joe Saputo, CARSTAR MSO with now four facilities in the Ontario area, has recently announced the acquisition of CARSTAR Guelph and CARSTAR Oakville East. Saputo, who was named the 2023 CARSTAR franchisee of the year, has had a longstanding career in the industry. Saputo’s parents, Sam and Rose, were in the first year […]

October 16, 2024

MANITOBA | REGIONAL NEWS

CELEBRATING SINGH Members of the Motor Vehicle Industry of Manitoba were recently thanked by Surdinder Singh, the recipient of this year’s Board scholarship. Surdinder came to Canada as an international student pursuing an associate arts degree. When Okanagan College introduced him to automotive repair and refinishing, Surdinder swapped programs. Christine Stanley, manager at CARSTAR Winnipeg […]

October 16, 2024

SASKATCHEWAN | REGIONAL NEWS

SASKATCHEWAN SHOWCASES Skills Canada has announced that the 2025 Skills Canada National Competition (SCNC) will be held in Saskatchewan for the second time since 2015. The 2025 competition will specifically be held at the Regina Exhibition Association Limited (REAL) District from May 29 to May 31, 2025. There will be several events happening in conjunction […]

October 16, 2024

REGIONAL NEWS | ALBERTA

SALUTE TO SUNRIDGE CARSTAR has announced the grand opening of CARSTAR Sunridge, formerly Sunridge Collision and Glass. Kaizen Automotive Group, which owns and operates CARSTAR Fort McMurray, CARSTAR Strathmore, Carstar Calgary NE and CARSTAR Calgary Blackfoot (Shaw), will now be operating CARSTAR Calgary Sunridge. CARSTAR Calgary Sunridge is a 1,486 sq. m. (16,000 sq. ft.) […]

October 16, 2024

REGIONAL NEWS | BRITISH COLUMBIA

IMPOUND INSIGHTS The Automotive Retailers’ Association (ARA) has announced significant updates to the Impound Lot Operators (ILO) program, as recently announced by Road Safety BC. The new rates, as well as a revamped rate-setting methodology and other administrative changes, mark a major milestone for ILOs. These updates specifically include the discontinuation of the order for […]

October 16, 2024

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HARNESSING HUBRIS

WHEN IT COMES TO SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS, IT’S IMPORTANT TO BE PROUD BUT NOT TOO PROUD Column by JAY PERRY Hubris. The Webster Dictionary defines hubris as, “exaggerated pride or selfconfidence”. Now, there is a place for pride. It’s the exaggeration of pride that becomes the downfall of many. We should be proud of what we […]

October 16, 2024

THE UNICORN FIX-ALL 2000

WHY SMART INVESTMENTS IN TECH AND MAINTENANCE OUTSHINE THE SEMA SPECTACLE Column by STEFANO LIESSI When you want to consider your return on investment (ROI)—and what better way to invest than buying the latest and greatest ‘Unicorn Fix-All 2000’?! It’s the answer to all of your problems. Of course, you want to make sure you […]

October 16, 2024

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