Heavy Lifting: Simplicity unveils new business line and shares bold vision for the future at National Growth Conference
Montreal, Quebec — It was fitting that the iconic Rialto Theatre in Montreal played host to Simplicity Car Care’s 2024 Growth Conference. As it had in the past, what was on stage enthralled the audience on the opening day of the two-day event. A rousing and inspiring opening speech by CEO Paul Prochilo set the […]
Future of the Industry: Canadians Gabrielle Leclerc, James Bartel succeed at WorldSkills Lyon 2024
Lyon, France — The WorldSkills Lyon 2024 international skills competition concluded this past weekend, where two Canadians showed the results of expert training. Gabrielle Leclerc competed for Canada in the car painting category and ended with a score of 654. Cecile Bukmeier, auto body chair for the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), delivered Leclerc […]
Tuesday Ticker: Volkswagen experiences capacity cuts; while Hyundai doubles down on hybrids
Toronto, Ontario — This weekly Tuesday Ticker sees both company expansions and cuts as Volkswagen may reportedly book up to four billion euros in provisions for planned capacity cuts; while Hyundai announces plans to greatly expand its electric vehicle lineup. Historic cuts Volkswagen may reportedly book up to four billion euros in provisions for planned […]
Persistent Peeling: Quebec lawsuit over alleged Hyundai paint peeling issues extends to other countries; automaker updates coverage for certain models
Quebec City, Quebec — A Quebec class-action lawsuit—originally filed in May 2023—over alleged quality issues with the paint on older Hyundai models is seeing renewed support, with complaints having been filed from countries such as the United States and Australia. The suit was originally brought forth by Michel Allard, who bought a used 2017 Hyundai […]
Stigma Stats: Gen Z indicates stigma against trades remains a barrier to generation’s participation, says recent study
Toronto, Ontario — Jobber’s Annual Blue-Collar Report indicates that while Gen Z has an interest in a career in the trades, stigma remains a barrier preventing them from fully committing to working in a trades role. The report—which surveyed 1,000 United States-based high school and recent post-high school-aged individuals, ages 18 to 20—aimed at identifying […]
Meeting in Montreal: Simplicity 2024 Growth Conference kicks off in Montreal, Quebec
Montreal, Quebec — Collision Repair magazine is on the scene this week in Montreal, Quebec at the Rialto Theatre for Simplicity Car Care’s 2024 Growth Conference. The two day event is jam packed with discussions on everything from changing technology within the industry to industry values and more. Following a breakfast sponsored by CHC Paint […]
EV/AV Report: Researchers report charging EV batteries for first time at high speeds increases lifespan; while S&P Global Mobility highlights momentum of autonomous vehicle adoption
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, a Toyota-funded research project finds that charging lithium-ion batteries for the first time at unusually high speeds can extend their lifespan; while a recent S&P Global Mobility report outlines autonomous vehicle adoption momentum in the United States. First times the charge A Toyota-funded research […]
Leaping to Level Three: Level Up! Skilled trades career fairs to expand to more Ontario cities for third consecutive year
Toronto, Ontario — According to a recent media release, the Ontario government is expanding the Level Up! Skilled trades career fairs to more cities this fall, introducing 35,000 students to careers in the trades. With the event taking place for the third year in a row, new cities that will be included this fall will […]
ADAS Assessments: Porsche updates statement on bumper cover repairs with ADAS features
Toronto, Ontario — Porsche has released a “Restrictions on Sensor-Affecting Repairs to Porsche Bumpers” position statement related to repair precautions for vehicles equipped with advanced driver safety assistance system (ADAS) sensors near the bumper covers. Within the document, Porsche’s position statement specifically states that “if damaged bumpers are not properly repaired, painted or wrapped, this […]
Play Your Way: McLaren P1 completes lap on raceway while made entirely out of Lego
Northamptonshire, England— A one-to-one scale Lego McLaren P1 recently successfully completed a lap of the Silverstone Grand Prix raceway, highlighting that when it comes to Lego, there really is room to “play your way.” The Lego vehicle consists of 342,817 individual bricks, using 393 different brick shapes, including 11 made especially for the build. The […]
