Shifting Gears: Nearly half Gen Z drivers report driving more than five years ago, says Enterprise Mobility Survey
Toronto, Ontario — Nearly half of Gen Z drivers and 41 percent of driving millennials report that they drive more than they did five years ago, according to a recent Enterprise Mobility Survey. Some Gen X and baby boomer drivers reported they, too, are driving more, with 33 percent and 16 percent saying they get […]
Economic Influences: Average dealership visit costs $465, compared to independent shop visit at $262, says J.D. Power report
Toronto, Ontario — The average cost of a visit to the repair shop has increased over 2023, regardless of whether a customer visits a dealership or independent facility, according to J.D. Power’s 2024 Canada Customer Service Index—Long Term Study. According to the study, the average cost of a visit to the dealership is $465 in […]
Assured on the Green: Assured Automotive hosts 16th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Toronto, Ontario — Assured Automotive hosted its 16th Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Wednesday, where more than 150 golfers met up for a day on the green and a post-tourney dinner. This year’s tournament was hosted once again at the Glen Abbey Golf Club in Oakville, Ontario, and raised funds for the Michael Pinball Clemons […]
Dozen Declaration: Simplicity Car Care expands with 12 new locations across Canada
Toronto, Ontario — Simplicity Car Care has announced its continued growth across Canada with the opening of 12 new franchise locations in Ontario, Quebec, and British Columbia. The new locations are in the following locations: Kingston, Ont. Bellville, Ont. Orangeville, Ont. Two locations in Mississauga, Ont. Two locations in Toronto, Ont. Concord, Ont. Prince George, […]
AI-Powered Partnership: Tractable partners with Zenetec Collision
Barrie, Ontario — Zenetec Collision is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Tractable, an artificial intelligence company specializing in visual damage assessment for vehicles. Tractable’s AI solution will be integrated into Zenetec’s operations to instantly provide vehicle damage assessments to customers before taking the car into the shop. Leveraging advanced machine learning and computer […]
Distribution Deal: Driven Brands announces sale of Canadian distribution business to PGW Auto Glass
Toronto, Ontario — Driven Brands Holding Inc. has announced the sale of its Canadian distribution business, primarily operated under the PH Vitres d’Auto brand (PH), to PGW Auto Glass. This transition was effective as of August 31, 2024. While the terms of the transaction are not being disclosed, the Financial Post noted that the sale […]
Tribunal Try Outs: Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council seeking industry leaders for Discipline and Appeals Tribunals
Toronto, Ontario — The Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council (OMVIC) has announced that it is currently looking for experienced leaders to join the Discipline and Appeals Tribunals. The organization is specifically looking for industry members who are directors or officers of new or used car dealerships and registered salespeople from new or used car dealerships. […]
Semester Start-Ups: NAIT launches newly designed structure for the 2024-2025 year; aims to mimic industry experience
Edmonton, Alberta — The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) has announced that it has expanded its academic structure from four to seven schools dedicated to more closely mimicking industry experiences. Specifically, as indicated in a recent press release, this change is “one of (the school’s) most significant transformation in nearly a decade, marking a […]
Easy at 1-2-3: Aviva sees 123 percent increase in fraudulent motor vehicle damage claims in 2023
Toronto, Ontario — Aviva experienced a significant increase in fraudulent motor vehicle damage claims in 2023 compared to the year prior, a recent report from the global insurer shows. The insurer, which operates in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada, said fraudulent claims for motor vehicle damage rose 123 percent in 2023. Motor fraud accounted […]
Progressive Planning: CWB Group cuts cost for September, October Progressive Repair Planning sessions
Toronto, Ontario — The CWB Group and Canadian Collision Repair Academy are offering an introductory discount for the September and October sessions of its Progressive Repair Planning course. These two sessions will run September 10 through September 13 and October 8 to October 11 at a rate of $995. Geared toward repair planners, estimators and […]