Throwback Thursday: Treschak Enterprises Trade Show 2012
Toronto, Ontario — It’s Thursday, so it’s time for another throwback! Let’s dive into the Collision Repair archives to knock it back to 2012—specifically, the 2012 Treschak Enterprises Trade Show. Take a blast into the past. The post Throwback Thursday: Treschak Enterprises Trade Show 2012 appeared first on Collision Repair Magazine.
TEV Talks: Hyundai Canada hosts ‘Ted Talks’ style videos to debunk common EV myths
Toronto, Ontario — Hyundai Canada has launched “TEV Talks,” a play on Ted Talks information sessions aimed at debunking electric vehicle myths. Standing for “Total Electric Vehicle,” Hyundai’s “TEV Talks” is a lineup of videos, available on YouTube, discussing the main concerns of those who are curious or new to electric vehicle (EV) ownership. Each […]
Lead Them Right: Canadian Apprenticeship Forum to hold webinar on September 18 on supporting apprenticeship learning
Toronto, Ontario — On September 18, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. EST, the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum will be hosting a free webinar on supporting apprenticeship learning. Specifically titled “Supporting Apprenticeship Learning: Build Your Skills,” the webinar will feature speakers from Skill Plan and the Social Research and Demonstration Corporation (SRDC) who will offer […]
Cultivating Curiosity: Conestoga College and Skills Ontario to host program introducing youth to skilled trades
Guelph, Ontario – Conestoga College and Skills Ontario have partnered up to launch its week-long skilled trades camp in Guelph, Ont., from Aug. 12 to 16. The camp introduces youth entering grades 7 through grade 9 to careers in the skilled trades including welding, truck and coach, automotive service and heavy-duty equipment. Through hands-on activities […]
Paint and Putts: BASF Canada hosts annual golf tournament
Mississauga, Ontario — You won’t find any chipping from BASF-affiliated bodyshops, but there was surely some chipping Tuesday as BASF Canada hosted its annual golf tournament at the Lionhead Golf Club and Conference Centre in Mississauga, Ontario. The day began with breakfast before a 9 a.m. shotgun start. The company’s partners and vendors from all […]
INTER-INDUSTRY INTERACTIONS
The value of face-to-face communication By ALLISON ROGERS I could start with a thousand analogies about the pace of change in the collision industry, but we all know how quickly things move around here. It’s no secret collision centres have faced unprecedented challenges in the last few years. Parts shortages, labour woes, increased operating costs […]
TOWING NEWS
GET BLITZED Ottawa Police Services (OPS) recently conducted a tow truck enforcement blitz across the city, where 40 tow truck were stopped, and 43 charges were laid. Officers were verifying compliance with the Towing and Storage Safety and Enforcement Act (TSSEA) and requested items like certification, required licenses to operate in Ontario, consent forms, run […]
RECYCLING NEWS
ATLANTIC ADVANCEMENT On June 7 and June 8, automotive recycling industry members gathered at the Rodd Hotels and Resort Charlottetown in Charlottetown, P.E.I. for the Automotive Recyclers Association of Atlantic Canada (ARAAC) annual meeting. During the two-day event—which saw 60 attendees—topics covered included green recycled parts, insurer-repairer-recycler relations, EVs and much more. Friday featured panel […]
Quicksilver Quotas: Tesla Model 3 now available in Quicksilver paint in North America
Toronto, Ontario – Tesla has reportedly expanded its Quicksilver paint option to the Model 3 in both Canada and the United States. Previously, the Quicksilver paint option was only available on the Model Y in North America but recently launched for the Model 3 in China earlier this month. In an update to the Tesla […]
VELOCITY IN VICTORIA
CARSTAR CANADA EMPHASIZES FRANCHISEE PROFITABILITY, GROWTH AT NATIONAL CONFERENCE Story by ALLISON ROGERS CARSTAR Canada’s franchisees are truly passionate about their network and the opportunities it offers to help them thrive. This was evident at this year’s national conference, held in early July with the stunning backdrop of Victoria, British Columbia. This year’s conference theme—VELOCITY—celebrated […]
