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Collision Repair

Relic Recovery: Rust Valley Restorers duo to auction off 300+ vehicles this weekend

Tappen, British Columbia — Mike Hall and Avery Shoaf, better known by their show business moniker, the “Rust Valley Restorers,” are continuing to shed their impressive automotive collections, as the pair prepare to hold a no-reserve auction this weekend where they expect to part with hundreds of vehicles. In a Facebook video,  Hall explained that he […]

September 27, 2022

AI

EV/AV Report: Flying cars and smarter streets

Toronto, Ontario — A provincial government reconsiders a policy that may discriminate against single parents, a member of the Forbes Technology Council warns that roads need to be updated for the arrival of AVs, and a flying car startup announces its metaphorical farewell flight. This is the latest in electric and autonomous vehicles. Devil in the […]

September 23, 2022

Collision Repair

Recruitment Redial: Alberta is Calling campaign enters phase 2, ‘doubling down on efforts to attract talent’

Edmonton, Alberta — Torontonians and West Coasters be warned; there are Albertans loose in your area, looking to convince you to come work in the Wild Rose province as the “Alberta is Calling” campaign begins its second phase—and always remember—they may be skilled with lassos. Following the lead of Saskatchewan and Nova Scotia in their […]

September 23, 2022

Collision Repair

Gettin’ Down in V-town: CCIF Vancouver less than two weeks out, workshop space limited

Vancouver, British Columbia — We’re only two weeks out from the start of CCIF Vancouver and the time to buy your tickets is quickly running out, so be sure to register soon to secure your spot at this year’s show, which is set to run from Oct. 6 to 7 at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport […]

September 21, 2022

Collision Repair

Fobbed Off: Car relay theft attacks spreading across Western Canada

Golden, British Columbia – Auto theft is on the rise across Canada, and small towns are no exception. In the past month, the town of Golden witnessed a 60 percent increase in auto theft, according to the RCMP. While the RCMP has not provided further details in its press release, aside from some tips, this […]

September 19, 2022

Collision Repair

EV/AV Report: GM triples autopilot network coverage, as research indicates potential $48B yearly in Canadian EV battery industry

Toronto, Ontario — General Motors triples its the covered areas in its autonomous vehicle network, Google Maps announces greater electric vehicle support and the director of a crown corporation announces the possibility of developing a local industry valued at $48 billion a year. This is the latest in electric and automotive vehicles. Tripled Cruise General […]

September 16, 2022

Collision Repair

A Bash in Burnaby: FinishMaster draws over 250 to annual B.C. trade show

Burnaby, British Columbia — After what felt like an eternity of COVID-19 restrictions, FinishMaster B.C. was finally able to hold its 22nd annual trade show over the second week of September, as more than 250 guests gathered for the festivities and returned home with armfuls of gifts and prizes. The automotive refinishing company held their […]

September 16, 2022

Collision Repair

Barely Passing: British Columbians get ‘D’ grade in BCAA school safety awareness survey

Victoria, British Columbia – The average driver in B.C. knows to slow down around schools and the laws around school buses. Unfortunately, everything else has been forgotten after their last drivers’ exam. According to the British Columbia Automobile Association (BCAA) Back to School Survey conducted by Leger, drivers had serious gaps in their knowledge on […]

September 6, 2022

Collision Repair

EV/AV Report: Campaign prompts accessibility revisions to B.C. charging network; P.E.I.-based business fits pickups to be battery-powered

Toronto, Ontario — In this week’s report, a British Columbia resident’s campaign for accessible charging stations pays off, a Prince Edward Island auto shop opens orders for converted small pickup electric trucks and California’s senate passes a law against false autonomous vehicle advertising. This is the latest in electric and autonomous vehicles. Chargers for All […]

September 2, 2022

Collision Repair

Peeled and Peeved: B.C. man fined $230 for damaged license plate

Prince George, British Columbia – Thousands of B.C. drivers have been fined for illegible license plates, with one driver facing a $230 fine for his peeling plate. In an interview with the Prince George Citizen, the driver in question, Dave Muirhead, said that his plates probably dates back to 2004. Since then, a quarter of […]

August 31, 2022

Auto Insurance

It Could Be Costly: ICBC reports distracted driving on the rise

Victoria, British Columbia — The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) has released new statistics regarding a rise in distracted driving amongst BC drivers. The survey reports that 43 percent of respondents have used their phones while driving at least one time over the past ten trips. This represents a rise from 33 percent of […]

August 31, 2022

Training

Apprentice Allowance: Government invests $21 million to open 2,100 apprenticeship positions in B.C.

Victoria, British Columbia — In a win for the Canadian skilled trades sector at-large, the ministry of employment and social development announced on Wednesday that a $21 million investment earmarked for the Construction Industry Apprenticeship Program will help at least 2,100 British Columbia-based apprentices earn their red seal certification over the next two years. The […]

August 25, 2022