From Scrap Tires to Clearcoat: BASF Coatings announces new ChemCycling products at Automechanika Frankfurt
Frankfurt, Germany — Day two of Automechanika Germany brought even further product innovations to the global collision repair industry with the launch of BASF’s next generation of clearcoats, manufactured from recycled tires to emphasize the brand’s commitment to sustainability. The new product lines, which are projected to be available in Canada in early 2025, employ […]
International Talents: Canadians James Bartel, Gabrielle Leclerc compete at WorldSkills Lyon 2024
Lyon, France — The highly anticipated 47th annual WorldSkills Lyon 2024 competition has begun, where skilled tradespeople from across the globe have gathered to compete for the title of the best in their trade. Canadian collision repairer James Bartel and car painter Gabrielle Leclerc are in Lyon, France, following months of training with industry-leading representatives. […]
Knowledge Upgrades: Solera launches Identifix Direct-Hit mobile application for auto repair technicians
Toronto, Ontario — Solera has announced the launch of its Identifix Direct-Hit mobile application, serving as the next generation of the Identifix Direct-Hit service for auto repair technicians. Now available on tablets and smartphones, the Direct Hit Mobile app offers users with over half a million ASE Level 1 Master Technician-authored diagnostic and fix libraries […]
Making Milestones: UniglassPlus celebrates milestone 100th store opening
Toronto, Ontario — UniglassPlus has announced the opening of its 100th location after having opened three new stores in June 2024 to bring the brand to this milestone. “This achievement marks a significant step in the company’s ongoing growth and commitment to expanding its market presence and redefining the auto glass industry in Canada,” wrote […]
Greg Gets Gold: Automotive recycler Greg Stewart claims back-to-back Paralympic gold in Paris
Paris, France — Scrap and recycling industry member Greg Stewart defended his record-setting F46 shot put Paralympic Gold from Tokyo 2020 last week, winning back-to-back medals as he once again claimed Paralympic gold in Paris. Stewart, the owner of Para Metals Contracting and recent speaker at the Canadian Association of Recycling Industries (CARI), successfully defended […]
