Recyclers Reunite in Reno: Automotive Recyclers of Canada’s Steve Fletcher receives Lifetime Achievement Award at ARA Convention and Expo
Reno, Nevada — Last week, the Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) hosted its 81st annual Convention and Expo at the Peppermill Resort and Casino in Reno, Las Vegas, where Managing Director of the Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC) Steve Fletcher received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the ARA. The award was presented during the Friday night […]
Slam Dunk: CARSTAR and Toronto Raptors continue partnership for thrilling anniversary season
Toronto, Ontario — CARSTAR Canada has once again partnered with the Toronto Raptors, Canada’s NBA team, as the Raptors celebrate their 30th anniversary season. CARSTAR owners from across Ontario came together at Scotiabank Arena on Wednesday night to celebrate the partnership. Following the company’s Toronto regional meeting, the Raptors played their home-opening game against the […]
Big Picture: Day one of CIECA CONNEX focuses on AI, cybersecurity
Detroit, Michigan — The CIECA CONNEX Annual Conference is happening this week in Detroit, and Collision Repair magazine is on the ground to bring you the industry-leading insights shared at this week’s event. This year’s CONNEX theme is The Intersection of Data and Mobility, with topics in ADAS, autonomous vehicle technologies, EV and alternative fuel […]
Meet your MC: Caliber Collision CEO to serve as Master of Ceremonies, 2024 MSO Symposium
Las Vegas, Nevada — David Simmons, chief executive officer at Caliber Holdings, will serve as the Master of Ceremonies at the 2024 MSO Symposium, taking place Monday, November 4 in Las Vegas. David Simmons has a diverse background in leading large, multinational organizations in a number of industries and brings his wealth of experience to […]
Assured on the Green: Assured Automotive hosts 16th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Toronto, Ontario — Assured Automotive hosted its 16th Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Wednesday, where more than 150 golfers met up for a day on the green and a post-tourney dinner. This year’s tournament was hosted once again at the Glen Abbey Golf Club in Oakville, Ontario, and raised funds for the Michael Pinball Clemons […]
Throwback Thursday: Celebrating Most Influential Women of 2012
Toronto, Ontario — Did you know Collision Repair magazine has more than 40,000 legacy pictures from the past 20 years of Canadian collision repair industry events?! In this special Throwback Thursday segment, we’re tossing it back to 2012, when AkzoNobel celebrated the Most Influential Women in the industry. That year, our friend Kim Roberts of […]
Shift into Spring: CSN 427 hosts Porsche Open House
Toronto, Ontario — Porsche Club of America, Upper Canada Region (PCA UCP) hosted its annual Shift Into Spring Open House at CSN 427 Auto Collision on Sunday, where there was plenty of Porsche eye candy on site, in addition to tech sessions, a catered lunch, a goodie shop and more. The event took place at […]
Throwback Thursday: Look back on BASF’s Customer Appreciation Day 2017
Toronto, Ontario — Welcome back to another Throwback Thursday segment, where Collision Repair magazine highlights it’s archive of 40,000+ photos from our 23 years operating in the industry. This week, we’re taking you to Mosport Motorsports Park, where BASF held its 2017 Customer Appreciation Day—featuring an appearance from Chip Foose! Check out the highlights in […]
Crash It: Mark your calendars for the 2024 Crash It golf tourney
Calgary, Alberta — Emile Fremont, one of the industry’s organizers behind the annual Crash It charity golf tournament, has announced the date for this year’s always-anticipated event. On Thursday, August 22, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., members of the auto collision and insurance industry will gather at the Blue Devil Golf Club for a […]
Breaking Boundaries: BMW’s CCRC Conference of the Americas sets vision for the future; expands parts restrictions to Canada
By Darryl Simmons Palm Springs, California — BMW Certified Collision Repair Centres (CCRC) conference, titled “Breaking Boundaries” recently wrapped up in Palm Springs, highlighting the network’s ongoing advancements and the collective drive towards excellence in automotive repair. The event was marked by insightful contributions from industry experts, including a notable presentation by renowned industry expert […]
