The 12 Days of Collision Repair Christmas: A special holiday sing-along
Toronto, Ontario — Merry Christmas to all those who celebrate, from the team at Media Matters and Collision Repair magazine. We’ve drummed up a little diddy for you to sing with your families—with accompaniment or acapella. Clear your throat, run the warmups and sing along below. MusicalDrewby · The Twelve Days Of Christmas (Instrumental) The […]
Five last-minute gift ideas for the car lover in your life
Toronto, Ontario — If Christmas is on your calendar, shopping time is running slim. You’ve got approximately two days before that gift has to be wrapped under the tree. Whether you’ve stumbled on our site after a hasty Google search or are an avid reader with a family full of car nuts, Collision Repair has […]
‘Tis the Season: Submit your holiday decor photos for a chance to be featured
The team at CARSTAR Newmarket in Ontario is ready for the holiday season. Toronto, Ontario — It’s officially December! Like it or not, the holiday season is now in full swing. Step aside, Scrooges–this is for the festive folks out there. Collision Repair magazine wants to see YOUR holiday decor! Show us what you’ve set […]
Memories in Miniature: International variants featured in Hot Wheels Ultra Hots second run
Toronto, Ontario — The makers of Hot Wheels are sending out something special for all the 80s babies out there this holiday season, as Mattel has re-introduced the popular “Ultra Hots” lineup of diecast toy cars, this time featuring some miniaturized international rarities. This flashy line of mini sports cars ran from 1984 to 1986 […]
Deer Friends: CARSTAR Red Deer, Red Deer South raise $3,000 for local charities, food banks
Red Deer, Alberta — A pair of CARSTAR locations in Red Deer, Alta. are actively working to deliver happy holidays to their neighbours, as local media reported earlier in December that CARSTAR Red Deer and Red Deer South have collaborated to raise more than $3,000 for several community charities. With three grand earmarked for the […]
Go Off, Queen: Susanna Gotsch set to retire at the end of 2022 after 30 years with CCC
Toronto, Ontario — The automotive aftermarket is set to bid farewell to an industry legend at the end of this year, as CCC Intelligent Solutions’ Susanna Gotsch prepares for retirement, closing the book on a prolific 30 year career. “CCC has been my home away from home for 30 years and I will miss working […]
Back at Budds’: Sam Piercey Foundation and Budds’ Collision host annual holiday pig roast
Oakville, Ontario — The iconic Budds’ Collision Pig Roast was back in action this year following two consecutive years of cancellation, courtesy of COVID-19. The wintry weather did little to dampen holiday spirits as the industry showed up to celebrate. A lavish food spread was set up—as per usual—featuring desserts, mini quiches and an oyster […]
From Your Toolbox: B.C. car builder shares gift wrapping hack using prime masking paper
Victoria, British Columbia — Is Christmas breaking the bank this year? Looking to spend a little less on gift wrap that’ll be tossed by noon on Christmas day? Look no further than your own materials supply—prime masking paper makes an easy, cheap and customizable alternative. Chelsie Lesnoski, a former Bodyworx Cover star and co-owner of […]
Green Light: Santa Claus’ travel restrictions lifted for Christmas Eve
Ottawa, Ontario — Politicians on both sides of the aisle are praising the decision made by Transport Canada on Thursday to allow famed children’s demigod Santa Claus to travel freely within Canadian borders on Christmas Eve. Transport minister Omar Alghabra confirmed that Claus’ pre-flight plan has been double-checked, ensuring that there will not be a […]
Jingle Bells: Collision Repair mag remix
Dashing through the shop In a one-doored SUV, Past the bays we go, Screeching all the way. Nuts and bolts pop off, Ralph adjusts the sheets, What fun it is to work in the Canadian collision industry! Oh, crushed quarter panels, dented rooves, Procedures can’t’ be found! Oh, what fun it is to […]
