SEMA, NACE Automechanika, CCIF and more to look forward to in 2018
By James Kerr Toronto, Ontario — January 1 2018 — The Canadian collision repair industry is small enough that you know your neighbouring shops, you know all the local reps, you know the company leaders—it’s one country-wide community of collision repair. A convention of the collision repair industry is a get-together of old friends, but […]
NACE Automechanika wraps up in Chicago
By CRM Staff Chicago, Illinois — July 29, 2017 — Industry stakeholders headed to McCormick Place West in Chicago for NACE Automechanika 2017. This was the first time NACE and Automechanika had joined forces. NACE Automechanika 2017 served as a showcase for the latest technology, covering the the automotive aftermarket industry. Make sure to check out […]
NACE Automechanika 2017
Scan-A-Palooza: Mike Anderson talks scan tools and the importance of OEM knowledge
By Alex Dugas Chicago, Illinois — July 27, 2017 — The overriding message from the Scan-A-Palooza event at NACE Automechanika was simple, but powerful. “Remember this folks, we need to learn to research and research to learn,” said Mike Anderson of Collision Advice. Anderson led a dynamic, insightful and engaging discussion on the importance of […]
6th annual MSO Symposium examines insurer and OEM viewpoints
By Alex Dugas Chicago, Illinois — July 27, 2017 — The floor at NACE Automechanika 2017 is filled with excitement as stakeholders from across the industry gather to discuss the present and future of the collision repair industry. Among the many events, the MSO Symposium stands out as one of the most important gatherings of […]
Live@NACE Automechanika: Business Outlook Conference puts the focus on future of telematics
By Erin McLaughlin Chicago, Illinois — July 26, 2017 — NACE Automechanika hit the ground running this year, with the Business Outlook Conference kicking off the first day at McCormick Place West. Collision Repair magazine is the official Canadian Media Partner for NACE Automechanika. Robert “Bob” Redding of the Automotive Service Association began the conference, […]
Live@NACE Automechanika: Preparing for new tech at the ATDR Forum
By Alex Dugas Chicago, Illinois — July 26, 2017 — NACE Automechanika is now officially underway at McCormick Place West in Chicago. As the official Canadian Media Partner of NACE Automechanika, Collision Repair magazine is onsite to bring you all the of the latest updates. The first day of this year’s show included one of […]
3M’s DEMO trailer to host Chip Foose at NACE Automechanika
Chicago, Illinois — July 23, 2017 — 3M is bringing its Demonstration & Education Mobile Operations (DEMO) trailer to NACE Automechanika 2017, as well as offering attendees a chance to meet Chip Foose, host of “Overhaulin” and designer of one-of-a-kind custom cars. The DEMO trailer will be at booth 1129 in the NACE Automechanika Spray […]
International Night Reception at NACE Automechanika to offer global networking opportunities
By CRM Staff Chicago, Illinois — July 17, 2017 — Collision repair is a global business, but repairers do not often have a chance to network with members of the industry from outside of Canada. The International Night Reception at NACE Automechanika offers this opportunity. With more than 600 exhibiting companies and well over 10,000 […]
Justin Klug of OnStar to present on ADAS, claims process at MSO Symposium
Chicago, Illinois — July 9, 2017 — The introduction of automated driver assistance systems (ADAS) has revolutionized vehicles and the repair process. According to Justin Klug, this also means opportunities for the automotive industry to improve the vehicle owners’ experience. Klug is with the Emerging Business Group for GM’s OnStar service. He will present at […]
