A Night at the Symposium: MSO Symposium 2023 set for Oct. 30, early bird tickets open next week
Toronto, Ontario — If the SEMA Show is the collision industry’s annual family dinner, consider the MSO Symposium to be the delightful appetizer that precedes it; that is, a can’t-miss event and opportunity to network with some of the top multi-shop owners in the North American industry. Registration will soon open for this exclusive industry […]
SEMA Scholarship: SEMA to host digital marketing bootcamp Oct. 30, ahead of show opening
Las Vegas, Nevada — In a move that should appeal to the most studious of collision repair professionals, SEMA Show organizers announced Thursday that it will be kicking off its educational sessions a full day ahead of the show’s public opening on Oct. 31. Industry professionals will now have the opportunity to take part in […]
No Substitutions: Drivers of ADAS-equipped vehicles must insist on calibrations from repair shops, report says
Massachusetts, United States — The issue of ADAS calibration received some mainstream media attention recently, as Repairify CEO Chris Chesney was quoted in a recent article from the Boston Globe, speaking to the need for customers to insist on proper calibrations from their repairers. Chesney, among several other auto repair experts, were making the case that […]
Honour Roll: CARSTAR highest ranked auto franchiser on Franchise Times top 500
Toronto, Ontario — CARSTAR just earned some corporate clout on the world stage, as the North American collision repair consolidator announced on Oct. 31 that it earned a ranking of 85 out of the Franchise Times’ top 500 U.S.-based franchise systems. CARSTAR came out as the highest-ranking automotive franchise system on the list, having only […]
Free of Charge: EV expert lays out overlooked safety tips for electrified repairs on Dave Luehr webinar
Toronto, Ontario — The North American collision repair industry’s fun uncle, Dave Luehr, was live to his vast audience on Tuesday to play host for GMG Envirosafe’s Kevin Dwyer, delivering a presentation on EV safety and what your techs need to know to keep any unexpected charges strictly financial. Where do you start with EV […]
Stand Up Speak Out: New arrivals and familiar faces in collision repair
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From their Family, to Yours: CARSTAR Newmarket cystic fibrosis charity car wash happening Sat.
Newmarket, Ontario — Come for the car wash, stay for the giveaway of rare stuffed animals, as CARSTAR Newmarket gears up to host its annual charity car wash to support cystic fibrosis research, back Saturday after a three-year COVID-induced hiatus. Owner and finance director of CARSTAR Newmarket, Romena Deokinandan says she is thrilled to be […]
Shining a Light on Crime: Security expert lays out tips for protecting your lot from theft
Toronto, Ontario — As parts and used vehicle supply continue to dwindle, members of the security industry are urging collision facility owners to lock down their vulnerabilities and invest in protection for their parking lots full of profits. Perhaps it goes without saying, but when a customer drops off their vehicle for repairs, they are […]
What Drivers Want: AIA Canada releases report on service centre preferences
Toronto, Ontario — The Automotive Industry Association of Canada (AIA Canada) has released a new report that dives into how drivers determine who gets dibs on their vehicle’s repairs, the independent or the dealer. In its press release, AIA Canada says this latest report explores the behaviours of vehicle owners and what variables affect their […]
A Social Call: Collision Repair columnist to be featured on upcoming Dave Luehr webinar
Toronto, Ontario — One of Collision Repair’s featured columnists is gearing up to take the virtual stage with Dave Luehr next week, as the latest edition of the Elite webinar series is set to tackle the topic of social media for bodyshops. Founder and owner of Auto+ Performance Venessa Di Vito will join Luehr to […]
