EV/AV Report: Enthusiasm wanes, hydrogen expands and the Swedes sign on
Toronto, Ontario — A lack of faith and exposure to EVs weighs on Canadian car buying habits, British Columbia’s interior sees the expansion of hydrogen charging infrastructure and two more automakers jump on the NACS charging train. This is the latest in electric and autonomous vehicles. EV apathy Electric vehicles remain very much out of […]
For the Fathers: CSN Collision to present Kelowna Father’s Day Car Show
Kelowna, British Columbia — Kelowna’s beloved Father’s Day Car Show will be back in full form this year thanks to its new presenting sponsor, CSN Collision Centres, who will be offering up a day of fun celebrating fatherhood and fancy cars. Set for Father’s Day Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., this year’s event […]
Search and Restore: B.C. auto restorer to be featured on ‘Bush Wreck Rescues’ TV show on Discovery
Photo by Sean F. White – Copyright 2022 Omnifilm Entertainment Summerland, British Columbia — The owner of a Summerland, B.C. restoration shop is receiving his minute in the spotlight with the premiere of “Bush Wreck Rescue” on Wednesday, featuring Bill Desrosier of Wreckless Restorations and Car Craft Automotive. Desrosier has been in the auto industry […]
Passing the Torch: CSN, Lift Group to carry on charitable traditions of former B.C. owner
Kelowna, British Columbia — When Lift Auto Group brings a new shop into its fold, it does not simply come with four walls, a ceiling and some equipment, but with a promise that the legacy of its former owner will live on; to that end, Methal Abougoush can rest assured that his annual Father’s Day […]
A Date with Dad: Boyd Autobody & Glass Father’s Day Charity Car Show raises $61,000 for Child Advocacy Centre
Kelowna, British Columbia – The Boyd Autobody & Glass Father’s Day Charity Car Show took place last weekend, bringing car enthusiasts together for some rainy-day family festivities. The event returned after a two-year hiatus with a goal to raise funds for charities in the Okanagan region. Attendees powered through the rain with umbrellas out, strolling […]
NOVUS GLASS WELCOMES NEW LOCATION IN KELOWNA
Motorists in southern BC city can now access advanced glass repair and replacement services closer to their home Kelowna, one of the fastest growing cities in western Canada, has become the latest location to offer NOVUS Glass’ world-acclaimed glass repair and replacement services. NOVUS Glass Kelowna joins Fix Network’s impressive global portfolio of locally owned […]
Welcomes of the Week: NOVUS Glass Kelowna
Kelowna, British Columbia — Kelowna, one of the fastest growing cities in western Canada, is the latest city to offer NOVUS Glass’ world-acclaimed glass repair and replacement services. NOVUS Glass Kelowna joins Fix Network’s impressive global portfolio of locally owned and operated aftermarket franchise centres across the world. The centre’s operations manager, Scott Maciag, has […]
The New Curriculum: B.C. government to help fund three new EV training courses
Prince George, British Columbia — In an effort to continue to turn the tide of automotive development toward the EV (electric vehicles) sector, the government of British Columbia has announced nearly half a million dollars in funding heading toward the launch of three EV-focused skills training programs in the province. The B.C. government will be […]
Boyd Kelowna draws crowds at annual Father’s Day Car Show
By Mike Davey Kelowna, British Columbia — June 21, 2016 — Kelowna’s City Park played host to over 550 vehicles recently for the Boyd Autobody & Glass 18th annual Father’s Day Car Show. The event, now in its 18th year, started with just 50 or so cars, but it has grown considerably. There’s a strong […]
Think local: Boyd’s Kelowna locations step up to promote Okanagan College
Kelowna, British Columbia — January 20, 2016 — Methal Abougoush is taking a proactive approach to solving the skills shortage. Abougoush is the owner of Kelowna’s Boyd Autobody & Glass locations, and he recently presented Okanagan College with a mobile collision repair demonstration vehicle which can be transported to local high schools. Abougoush sits as […]
