Fix Auto announces plans to reacquire US rights
By CRM Staff Montreal, Quebec — June 27, 2017 — After enormous success with its expansions into China and Australia, Fix Auto is eyeing a market a little closer to home: the United States. There are already over 110 Fix Auto locations in the US, but the US trademark rights were licensed to a third […]
In Memoriam: Winifred ‘Nana’ Soper
Toronto, Ontario — June 26, 2017 — It is with great regret that we must report the passing of Winifred “Nana” Soper. She was well-known to many people in the Canadian collision repair industry as the mother and frequent companion of Gloria Mann, Collision Repair magazine’s VP of Industry Relations. Nana was often seen at […]
The 2017 Buyer’s Guide will help you find the best solutions
By CRM Staff Peterborough, Ontario — June 21, 2017 — You have the power to advance your business with Collision Repair magazine’s 2017 Buyer’s Guide. It’s now available online as a digital version of the magazine (click here) or as a searchable database on our website. (click here) and coming soon in print to your […]
Connected claims and plastic repair insights in the latest Collision Repair magazine
By CRM Staff Peterborough, Ontario — June 19, 2017 — The latest issue of Collision Repair magazine is now available in digital release! This issue has all the great features and columnists you’ve come to expect from Collision Repair magazine. The cover story for this issue focuses on Sandy and Nick Liguori of […]
IBIS: Pay it forward, seek hidden opportunity and talent beats might
By CRM Staff Madrid, Spain — June 14, 2017 — According to Eddie Lennox, “the greatest reward in life is helping others and paying it forward.” Lennox was the founder of Service King, one of the largest collision operators in the US. His words were quoted by Service King’s President, Jeff McFadden, during his presentation […]
Day one of IBIS 2017 focuses on new technology, geopolitics and ongoing consolidation
By CRM Staff Madrid, Spain — June 13, 2017 — Nearly 400 of the world’s leading collision repair industry influencers have gathered for the 2017 IBIS Global Summit. Collision Repair magazine is the exclusive Canadian Media Partner for IBIS. Themed “The Currency of Trust,” the two-day conference and networking event takes place at the Melia […]
Carrossier ProColor sponsors Coupe Espoir Canada for third year
Laval, Quebec — June 6, 2017 — The Carrossier ProColor network, a member of CSN COLLISION CENTRES, is renewing its partnership with the directors of the Traversée internationale du lac Saint-Jean, lac à Jim, lac Mégantic, the open water provincial championships and the Quebec Swimming Federation. Together they will be presenting the third edition of […]
Former F1 mechanic Marc Priestley joins IBIS line-up
London, United Kingdom — April 30, 2017 — The International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS) has announced that former McLaren Formula One race mechanic and TV presenter Marc Priestley will join the world class line-up at the IBIS Global Summit 2017. Collision Repair magazine is the exclusive Canadian media partner for IBIS 2017. Speaking on the […]
BASF to sponsor MSO Symposium
Chicago, Illinois — April 27, 2017 — BASF has announced it is returning to NACE Automechanika as a sponsor of the MSO Symposium for the sixth year. The automotive paint supplier is supporting the educational event for multi-shop owners and operators on Wednesday, July 26. NACE Automechanika 2017 takes place July 26 to 29 at […]
Survey: Majority of shops are at least 20 years old
By Mike Davey Hamilton, Ontario — April 25, 2017 — There’s something to be said for passing certain milestones, like the 20th anniversary of your business. Most of the respondents to our latest survey on business longevity fall into this category. In fact, a substantial number have been in continuous operation for over 60 years. […]
