A Tech-Driven Touch: 60 percent of technicians want more data-driven tools, says new study from Anyline
Toronto, Ontario — A new study from Anyline, which aims to outline artificial intelligence-powered mobile data capture and insights, indicates that 60 percent of automotive technicians have expressed interest in incorporating data-driven tools into their workflow. The survey, which evaluated the comfort of automotive technicians in using technology within the industry, further indicated that 70 […]
Repair Recommendations: Senate gives final approval for right-to-repair laws in Ontario
Ottawa, Ontario – On Friday, the Canadian government gave final approval to Bill C-244 and Bill C-294, which amend copyright laws to enable businesses and consumers the right to fix their own equipment. Bill C-244 was originally introduced in the Commons by British Columbia Liberal MP Wilson Miao in February 2022, with Bill C-294 being […]
Tech Talks: CIECA to hold vehicle and data privacy webinar on November 21
Toronto, Ontario — The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) has announced that the company’s next webinar will be held on Thursday, November 21 at 2 p.m. EST and will cover “Vehicle Data and Privacy: A Balancing Act.” The one-hour live broadcast will further feature Adonne Washington, mobility, location and data policy counsel at the […]
Taking a Turn: Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 uses ‘e-Corner’ system to drive sideways
Toronto, Ontario — Hyundai has featured a concept car capable of driving sideways via wheels that can rotate up to 90 degrees. Featured at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the vehicle, referred to as the Mobion, is an augmented Ioniq 5 from Hyundai parts group Mobis. The vehicle incorporates a next generation “e-Corner system,” meaning […]
Close Companion: Volkswagen says its vehicles will ‘talk’ to drivers by mid-year, via ChatGPT integrations
Toronto, Ontario — Volkswagen’s voice assistant will be integrating ChatGPT into its cars to converse with drivers in a back-and-forth dialogue by the middle of the year, the automaker said on Monday. Volkswagen presented its first vehicle featuring ChatGPT at the CES electronics trade fair in Las Vegas, Nevada, and said that the feature will […]
A Bolstered Blend: Solera reports that changes to blend refinish threshold are fully implemented
Toronto, Ontario — In a recent announcement, Audatex/Solera has reported that changes to its blend refinish threshold are fully implemented. According to a recent announcement, Audatex/Solera has successfully implemented its shift away from previously defaulted blend refinish formulas within its estimating system, with the aim of giving repairers more flexibility on labour hours charged. While […]
