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No SAAR-casm here: SAAR expecting in-person Fall Conference to go ahead as planned

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan — Do you hear that? That’s the call of the Prairies. The Saskatchewan Association of Auto Repairers (SAAR) has expressed confidence that this year’s upcoming Fall Conference will go ahead on schedule, according to a newsletter from Wednesday. “With the announcement of the reopen Saskatchewan Plan by the Sask Party Government I am […]

Collision Repair

Soklis in the Spotlight: Cox Automotive Canada President Maria Soklis named in Business Women of the Year Awards by CEO Today Magazine

Toronto, Ontario — Maria Soklis, Cox Automotive Canada and Brazil President, was named in CEO Today Magazine’s Business Women of the Year Awards.  Since being named president of Cox Automotive Canada in 2015, Soklis has led the organization to become one of Cox Automotive’s leading international markets and has significantly grown the business through the […]

Collision Repair

EV Apprehension: New survey says there are still many barriers preventing Canadians from adopting EVs, which could be worrisome for automotive industry

Toronto, Ontario — Across Canada, collision repair facilities and automakers have been preparing for the future: electric vehicles.  Trying to stay ahead of the electric curve, many shops have obtained EV certifications, invested in new equipment and training. While, automakers have been pumping out electric vehicles left, right and center—with more than 130 new EVs […]

Awards Ceremonies

‘Unlimited Possibilities Ahead’: OpenRoad Auto Group wins Canada’s Best Managed Companies award for the ninth year in a row

Richmond, British Columbia — OpenRoad Auto Group was listed among Canada’s Best Managed Companies in 2021 for the ninth year in a row and earned a top spot within the Platinum Club designation.  The 2021 Best Managed program award winners are amongst the best-in-class of Canadian-owned and managed companies with revenues over $25 million demonstrating […]

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TOMORROW’S TECHS

THE STATE OF THE MODERN AUTOSHOP CLASS BY DAVID DICENZO Matthew Lyle clearly remembers helping lead the inaugural Electric Car Team at Guelph Collegiate Vocational Institute as somewhat of a “catastrophe.” In 2016, Lyle, the Head of Technical Education at the Guelph-based high school, partnered with his Transportation Technology teacher colleague Dennis Ashley to form […]

Recycling

IARC21 Programming: The 2021 International Automobile Recycling Congress’ released its official event program

Toronto, Ontario — The 2021 International Automobile Recycling Congress (IARC21) has released its definitive program for this year’s event.  The IARC21 will take place on June 23 to 25 in Geneva, Switzerland. The event will be held in person and it will be live-streamed for those who cannot attend.  The event will feature keynote speeches […]

Praising Partners: Advance Auto Parts names 2020 Supply Chain Vendor Award winners

Supply chain partners recognized by automotive aftermarket parts provider for offering critical solutions and logistics support. Advance Auto Parts, a leading automotive aftermarket parts retailer and supplier, honored several brand partners as part of the company’s 2020 Supply Chain Vendor Awards.

Mark your Calendar: Registration for SEMA 2021 now open

Las Vegas, Nevada — In what will no doubt be a can’t-miss reunion for the international automotive community, the organizers of SEMA 2021 have announced that registration is now open for this year’s event, returning to its usual in-person format. Last week, following Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak’s announcement to reopen the state by June 1, […]

Navigating a New Normal: Free SEMA webinar discusses employment challenges post-COVID

On May 6, at 1:00 p.m. EDT, SEMA will give free access to a one-hour webinar, which will discuss employment issues facing small businesses as they navigate a summer that will hopefully mark the final chapter in the COVID-19 pandemic.

Klein on Claims: SGI introduces new position to improve communication between the company and the auto repair industry

Toronto, Ontario — On May 3, Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) introduced a new position—Claims Industry Partner Representative—to help improve communication between SGI and the auto repair industry.  Over the past year, repair shop partners have shared concerns with some of SGI’s processes,  including not always having the ability to receive timely responses from them.  “You’ve […]

Future Leaders: Hyundai Canada donates $1 million to BGC Canada Youth of the Year program

Markham, Ontario — Hyundai Canada has yet again proven that they are, in fact, thinking of the children, with the announcement of a $1 million donation over four years to the Boys and Girls Club of Canada (BGC Canada). Hyundai has partnered up with the country’s largest dedicated charity for children to support the Youth […]

In the Rearview: AIA Canada releases 2020 Annual Report

Ottawa, Ontario ⁠— Following the organization’s annual general meeting earlier this week, the Automotive Industries Association of Canada has released its 2020 Annual Report. The 2020 Annual Report is the association’s ‘highlight reel’ of successes in the face of the unprecedented challenges brought on by the pandemic. The report outlines AIA Canada’s mission and progress […]

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