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Artificial Intelligence Aggravations: Customers dissatisfied with AI-based vehicle technologies, says J.D. Power
Washington D.C., United States — Many vehicle drivers are dissatisfied with the artificial intelligence (AI) technology systems included in their vehicles, J.D. Power Report’s 2024 U.S. Tech Experience Index (TXI) Study reveals. The study—which polled 81,926 owners of new 2024 model-year vehicles found that while owners often offer praise for some advanced vehicle features, others […]
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Boyd’s Books: Boyd reports Q2 2024 financials; Internalization of scanning and calibration, repair-first strategy drive improved margins despite softening sales
Winnipeg, Manitoba — Boyd Group Services, which operates the Boyd Autobody and Glass and Assured collision networks, reported its second-quarter financials on Thursday. For the quarter ended June 30, 2024, Boyd Group Services posted net earnings of US$10.8 million, compared to US$26.3 million in the same period of 2023. Factors impacting net earnings, according to […]
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An Adaptive Aspect: GM files patent for camera-based adaptive brightness backup lights
Toronto, Ontario — General Motors (GM) recently filed a patent application for a camera-based adaptive light system to help modify the brightness level of a vehicle’s backup lights to help improve visibility in low light conditions. The patent, which was filed with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and published on July 2, […]
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Kariuki Levels Up: Henry Kariuki promoted to Director of Operations Canada at Level5drive
Toronto, Ontario — Level5drive—a chain of ADAS calibration laboratories providing documented ADAS calibrations aligned with OEM repair manual directives—has announced the promotion of Henry Kariuki to Director of Operations Canada, effective immediately. In his new role, Kariuki will oversee all operational activities across Canadian operations, playing a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives forward. A […]
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No Need For Speed: 60 percent of drivers okay with anti–speeding tech in vehicles, IIHS survey shows
Toronto, Ontario — In a recent survey from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), more than 60 percent of drivers would find it acceptable if their vehicle provided an audible and visual warning when they exceeded posted speed limits. The survey, which polled 1,802 drivers in the United States, asked respondents questions about the […]
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Watching For Wellbeing: GM patents system to take control of a vehicle if drivers fail mental wellbeing conditions
Toronto, Ontario — General Motors (GM) has filed for a patent application that describes a vehicle system that could take control of driving functions if occupants fail specific mental wellbeing conditions. The patent, which was originally filed in November 2022 and then published on May 16, 2024, specifically describes “methods and systems for assessing (the) […]
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New Age: Boyd Group spent US$4.8 million on network technology upgrades in Q1 2024, increased scanning and calibration workforce by 60 percent
Winnipeg, Manitoba ⁠— Boyd Group Services released its Q1 2024 financial results on Wednesday, revealing the company spent US$4.8 million on network technology upgrades in the first three months of 2024. Company CEO Tim O’Day added that the company has increased the number of scanning and calibration services it can perform in-house by increasing its […]
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CNN Speaks on Collision: News outlet shares article explaining collision repair cost, complexities
Washington, D.C., United States — CNN Business shared an article last week that appears to attempt to educate consumers on the complexity and cost of collision repairs on modern vehicles. “Auto body repair was a pretty straightforward business not that long ago. When metal got bent in a crash, someone needed to unbend it,” the […]
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Editor’s Note: Key takeaways from AIA Canada’s National Conference 2024
By Allison Rogers This was my third year attending the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada)’s annual National Conference, and there was an overwhelming sense of change in the air. There was, of course, the literal change of Chair for the AIA Canada Board of Directors, which welcomed a familiar face for our readers, […]
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Curbing ADAS: British Columbia updates Motor Vehicle Act to ban the use of ADAS Level 3 vehicles
Victoria, British Columbia — By order of the Ministry of Transportation and the Attorney General, British Columbia has banned the use of vehicles equipped with Level 3 and higher advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).  Originally signed into law on March 18th, the updated Motor Vehicle Act came into effect on April 5th with the intention, […]
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EV/AV Report: EVs prepare to take off; while Americans lose faith in self-driving vehicles
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, U.K.-based startup, Aervolt, looks to preempt airborne electric infrastructure; while a recent American Automobile Association (AAA) study reveals that American consumers are losing faith in self-driving vehicles. An electric takeoff U.K. startup Aerovolt hopes to preempt airborne electric infrastructure by developing an electric aircraft […]
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High Tech Hunter: Hunter Engineering showcases Ultimate ADAS calibrations for Honda, Acura at Ontario HQ
Toronto, Ontario — Collision Repair magazine was invited to Hunter Engineering’s Canadian headquarters in Aurora, Ontario, last week to witness a demonstration of the new Ultimate ADAS technology—which is said to be capable of solving three calibrations in under ten minutes. At the start of his demo, Jon Donato of Hunter Engineering stressed that using […]
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