Celebrating Skills: Skills Manitoba an ‘amazing display of hands-on expertise, talent and determination’
Winnipeg, Manitoba — The 26th annual Olympic-style Skills Manitoba competition recently took place on April 11th, at the Red River College Polytech in Winnipeg, Manitoba. According to the Skills Manitoba website, the event “was an amazing display of hands-on expertise, talent and determination that showcased the diversity of skilled trades and technology and the many […]
Tuesday Ticker: Rivian unveils new models and sees stock rise; AutoCanada reports earnings
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly Tuesday Ticker, Rivian announces two new models and sees a stock rise as a result, while AutoCanada reports its fourth-quarter 2023 financials. Rivian revs its stock with new model announcements Rivian saw a nearly 25 percent increase in its share prices following last week’s announcement of two new […]
Launching Learning: AutoCanada launches National Apprenticeship Program
Toronto, Ontario — AutoCanada Collision Centre and Hail Operations has proudly announced the launch of its National Apprenticeship Program. This program is specifically aimed at “revolutionizing the collision repair industry by providing a clear pathway and comprehensive support for aspiring autobody repair technicians and paint refinishers,” said a recent press release. According to a LinkedIn […]
Driven to Triumph: AutoCanada Collision Centres Regional Manager, Brandi Brydges completes Ironman
Tempe, Arizona — In the demanding landscape of both the automotive industry and endurance sports, AutoCanada Collision Centres Regional Manager, Brandi Brydges has merged the worlds of steel and stamina together by successfully completing her sixth ironman race in Tempe, Arizona. An ironman race is a series of long-distance triathlon races consisting of a 3.9 […]
A New Push for Porsche: AutoCanada to open first Porsche Classic and Service Centre in Canada
Windsor, Ontario — Shortly after announcing its Q3 financial results and five year plan, AutoCanada revealed it has received approval to open a Porsche Classic and Service Centre in Windsor, Ont. The centre is expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2025 and will offer Windsor residents access to classic Porsche vehicle sales, […]
An Executive Welcome: Drew Forret named new member of AutoCanada’s Executive team
Toronto, Ontario – In a recent press release made on October 16, AutoCanada has welcomed Drew Forret, a new member of AutoCanada’s Executive team. Forret takes his seat as Chief Administrative and Transformation Officer, and AutoCanada is confident “that the impact he will have on the business will be great.” Forret has previous experience in […]
Tuesday Ticker: AutoCanada settles outstanding litigation; Volvo plans to lay off 10 percent of workforce
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly Tuesday Ticker economics report, AutoCanada resolves a four-year dispute with its former CEO and chairman, while Volvo announces extensive job cuts in North America. Resolution reached AutoCanada and CanadaOne Auto Group announced today that they have agreed to resolve the legal proceedings between AutoCanada, Patrick Priestner and CanadaOne Auto […]
Auto Bugatti’s Achievement: Joe Visconti and team recognized for top Tesla CSI score in Quebec region
Dorval, Quebec — AutoCanada is congratulating Auto Bugatti collision centre, part of the AutoCanada network, on its achievement as Tesla’s top customer index score (CSI) performer in the Quebec market. Joe Visconti, president of Auto Bugatti, and the rest of the team received a CSI of more than 95 percent, according to an email from […]
Strong Collision Performance: AutoCanada reports Q2 results, gross profit up 14.1 percent
Edmonton, Alberta — AutoCanada reported its Q2 financials last Thursday, where it stated its parts, services and collision repair operations had a “robust performance.” Consolidated gross profit increased to $318.7 million, up 14.1 percent. The primary drivers of gross profit were higher new vehicle sales volumes and strong performances from AutoCanada’s used retail vehicle division; […]
Tuesday Ticker: Competition for EV trucks and another quarter in the bag for AutoCanada
Toronto, Ontario — The completion of Tesla’s first Cybertruck puts pressure on its competitors in the EV space and AutoCanada prepares to delve into its Q2 financials during a call in August. Rivian recoils The unveiling of Tesla’s first Cybertruck off the assembly line dealt yet another blow to Rivian’s share prices. The news caused […]
