A Catastrophic Calendar: IBC reports insured losses from Nova Scotia’s 2023 wildfires and flooding now approaching half a billion dollars
Halifax, Nova Scotia — The Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) has released a “One-Year Update Following 2023 Nova Scotia Wildfires and Flooding” report that details that insured losses in the province are now approaching half a billion dollars. The report specifically highlights the aftermath of two storms that affected the province in the late spring […]
Can You Believe This?! Cars show their teeth; celebrate Independence Day and more
Toronto, Ontario — Friday again, and with it another Can You Believe This?! video set to make your summer a little bit brighter. In this video, tune in to see vehicle modded makeovers, cars crashed for Independence Day and so much more. The post Can You Believe This?! Cars show their teeth; celebrate Independence Day and […]
September Startups: B.C. skills program offering $3,500 to upskill trades workers entering September training in EV repair, more
Victoria, British Columbia — British Columbia’s Stronger B.C. Future Skills grant program—which first launched in 2023—is once again accepting grant applications for up to $3,500 in funds to help cover tuition costs or short-term training programs at public post-secondary institutions. On Wednesday, the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills specifically noted in a public […]
Estimation Station: AkzoNobel hosts Acoat Estimating, Consistency, Documenting Damage course
Etobicoke, Ontario — AkzoNobel hosted a class of 15 students for an Acoat Estimating, Consistency and Documenting Damage course on Wednesday. The course, designed to review and refine estimator skills relative to collision repair estimating, was held at AkzoNobel’s Ontario headquarters and training centre and led by Aaron Hebb, AkzoNobel service consultant. Participants were presented […]
Partners in AI: Tractable partners with Saputo Capital Collision to integrate artificial intelligence solutions for vehicle repair
Toronto, Ontario — Saputo Capitol Collision, the Canadian-based MSO with four locations across Ontario, has announced a partnership with Tractable to use its artificial intelligence (A.I.) solutions for vehicle repair. Notably, Saputo is looking to use Tractable at its carrier-branded collision centre at the start of the vehicle intake process for repairable vehicles. Joe Saputo, […]
Energy Engineering: BMW Group introduces electrically powered exhaust purification in paint shops
Munich, Germany — BMW Group has begun electrically powering exhaust purification in its first paint shops using electric regenerative thermal oxidation (eRTO) systems. This new eRTO method specifically involves using electricity, rather than natural gasses, to burn off gaseous or vaporous substances at temperatures of up to 1,000 degrees Celsius. A press release from BMW […]
Stand Up Speak Out: OEM Certifications
Toronto, Ontario — Repair certifications for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) have been a widely discussed topic over recent years. With vehicle complexity on the rise, many argue that automakers are simply doing the due diligence to ensure these high-tech systems are repaired to proper functionality. Some argue that the only correct repair is an OEM […]
Policy Problems: Profitability issues challenge Alberta insurers; authorities seek solutions
Edmonton, Alberta — The Alberta insurance market is facing significant challenges, leading to the withdrawal of several major auto insurance providers from the province. Earlier this month, Aviva Direct and Sonnet Insurance announced the groups will be ending available auto insurance services in Alberta by late 2024, following in the footsteps of Zenith Insurance’s exit […]
On the Green: 10th annual Matthew Salsa Memorial Golf Tournament set for Sept. 9, 2024; hosted by Fix Auto Iberville-Rosemont owner George Salsa
Terrebonne, Quebec — The 10th annual Matthew Salsa Memorial Golf Tournament will be hosted September 9, 2024, at the Club de Golf at Le Mirage in Terrebonne, Quebec, George Salsa, Quebec-based Fix Auto multi-shop owner and other event organizers have announced. This annual event honours the life and legacy of Matthew Salsa, a talented young […]
Reporting Resources: ASSI launches site for collision reporting from home in Ont., Alta., P.E.I.
Toronto, Ontario — Accident Support Services International Ltd (ASSI) has announced its “Start From Home” online service to allow citizens who have been involved in a collision to begin their own collision report. The service, which can be accessed through reportacollision.com, specifically allows citizens who have been involved in a collision that meets the threshold […]
