Sub-Zero Scaries: Michigan woman sees car window shatter due to ‘extreme cold,’ reports say
Michigan, United States — A woman in Midland, Michigan, U.S., claims the back window of her SUV was blown out due to extreme temperatures in the state. An auto glass expert corroborated the claims, which were initially put forward by a police officer attending to the driver during the incident. The woman was driving home […]
Prep for Positivity: Sixth annual Positivity Summit to take place on February 7, 2025, says Elite Body Shop Academy
Toronto, Ontario – The Elite Body Shop Academy has announced that it will be holding its sixth annual Positivity Summit on February 7, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST. This annual event is co-hosted by Dave Luehr, Elite Body Shop Solutions, and Alberta’s very own Ryan Taylor of BodyShop Booster. According to recent […]
Meet Me in Moose Jaw: Registration for SAAR Spring Conference open now
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan — Registration is officially open for the Saskatchewan Association of Automotive Repairers (SAAR) Spring Conference, Annual General Meeting and Banquet. Scheduled for March 21 and March 22 at the Temple Gardens Inn and Spa, the two-day event features a glue pull training session and a bodyshop management seminar—which attendees can register for […]
Blizzards Mean Busy: MPI reports receiving 500 collision claims following extreme winter weather
Winnipeg, Manitoba – Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) has reportedly received more than 500 collision claims following blizzard conditions last Friday. Due to extreme weather conditions, last Friday, drivers in the province were warned by weather reports and news sources to stay off the roads. However, in a statement made by MPI, on Monday, the Crown […]
Head-Start at Home: Grande Prairie, Alta., introduces online collision reporting tool, ‘Start From Home’
Grande Prairie, Alberta – According to an online media release, a new online reporting tool, known as “Start From Home,” is now available for drivers involved in a collision in Grande Prairie, Alta. According to the city of Grande Prairie, the program reportedly allows drivers to initiate a report to the Collision Reporting Centre (CRC) […]
Bumper Business: Hyundai releases repair updates for bumper covers with ADAS features
Toronto, Ontario — In an excerpt originally published by I-CAR, Hyundai shares repair guidelines for bumper covers near advanced driver assistant systems (ADAS) sensors. As noted in the recent release, when repairing bumper covers where a front or rear corner radar unit is present, the automaker suggests that while repairers can perform touch-up painting on […]
A Competitive Calendar: Skills Canada Nova Scotia announces upcoming automotive competitions
Halifax, Nova Scotia — Skills Canada Nova Scotia has announced upcoming competitions for automotive post-secondary students meant to test them on a variety of industry-related skills. Notably, on March 28, 2025 at the NSCC Akerley Campus in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Skills Canada Nova Scotia will be holding a car painting competition to test students on […]
Tuesday Ticker: Federal government stalls EV rebates, says ‘funds fully committed’
Toronto, Ontario — This weekly Tuesday Ticker features the federal government’s decision to end EV incentives, plus Honda’s strategy to “proceed cautiously” with any Canadian EV battery plant plans. Funds fully committed On Jan. 13, The Federal Government of Canada abruptly paused the electric vehicle incentive program offering Canadians rebates up to $5,000 when purchasing […]
In Memoriam: Greg Morton, 1971-2025
Toronto, Ontario — Collision Repair magazine is deeply saddened to learn of Greg Morton’s passing. Greg, CEO of Dominion Sure Seal, was a remarkable leader whose impact on the collision repair industry will be felt for years to come. Born into a legacy, Greg was the son of Ron Morton, the founder of Dominion Sure Seal, […]
Independent Incentives: Nissan, Hyundai, among other automakers plan to offer EV rebates despite Canadian government pausing iZEV program
Ottawa, Ontario – Nissan Canada and Hyundai Auto Canada, among other automakers, have announced that despite the Canadian government’s cancellation of the federal iZEV program, the automakers will continue to provide an equivalent rebate on eligible vehicles. Specifically, as noted in recent online statements, Nissan announced that it will provide electric vehicle incentive funding for […]
