Stand Up Speak Out: Event programming and valuable speakers
Toronto, Ontario — Event season has begun! We at Collision Repair magazine are seeking your feedback on industry event speakers. Do you attend in search of a panel with some good-natured debate, or do you yearn for an inspirational tale to get the gears turning? Please fill out our brief survey below to help us […]
Adiós Aviva: Aviva to discontinue its Aviva Direct insurance program in Alberta by January 2025 due to lack of profitability
Edmonton, Alberta — Aviva Canada has announced its intention to phase out its Aviva Direct home and auto business insurance program in Alberta in early January 2025, citing lack of profitability as the reason for the discontinuation. Aviva direct customers in the province will receive letters in the mail to inform them of the change. […]
An Electric Expansion: CARSTAR London Centre (Don-Mor) achieves VinFast certification; sees increase in EV repair
London, Ontario — CARSTAR London Centre (Don-Mor)–which has been a Tesla Approved Collision Centre (TACC) since December 2023—reports that electric vehicles (EVs) now account for a significant share of the business, with the shop having added VinFast to its portfolio of OEM certifications. “The strategic decision to integrate Tesla repairs into the store’s service portfolio […]
Meeting in Mexico: Fix Network to host 2025 Global Conference in Mexico, April 27 to May 1
Toronto, Ontario — Fix Network is set to host its next Global Conference at the Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf and Spa resort in sunny Mexico from April 27 to May 1, 2025. The event—which will be nestled in the heart of the Mexican Caribbean north of Cancun—is scheduled to bring together network franchisees, company leaders, […]
Progress Planning: CWB Group hosting Progress Repair Planning program; Registration for August 2024 through March 2025 open now
Milton, Ontario — The CWB Group is hosting an instructor-led Progression Repair Planning program on various dates from August 12, 2024, through March 2025, and sign-up is open now. Geared toward repair planners, estimators and insurance personnel proficient with current estimating software–though beneficial to front office staff and technicians alike–the CWB Group states that the […]
Featuring Fremont: Uniparts OEM Canada announces Emile Fremont as senior management consultant
Toronto, Ontario — Emile Fremont has been appointed as a senior management consultant with Uniparts OEM Canada. Fremont brings over 30 years of collision repair industry experience to the role and will be “instrumental in supporting the sales and development leadership at Uniparts OEM Canada.” In this role, Fremont will assess industry trends, identify market […]
Tuesday Ticker: Volkswagen’s investment pushes Rivian shares; report claims Chinese vehicles will claim 33 percent market share by 2030
Toronto, Ontario – This weekly Tuesday Ticker covers Volkswagen’s recent partnership with Rivian and its impact on the latter’s stock. Meanwhile reports claim Chinese-made cars will claim 33 percent of the global market share by 2030. Volkswagen throws a vine Last week, Volkswagen and the electric vehicle startup Rivian announced a new joint venture partnership. […]
Dealing with Downshifts: Ford recalls 95k pickups in Canada; potential to suddenly shift to first gear
Ottawa, Ontario — Ford is recalling 95,000 Canadian F-150 trucks because transmissions can reportedly suddenly downshift to first gear no matter what speed the vehicle is going. Transport Canada’s recall notice cites a problem with the output shaft speed sensor on certain 2014 model year F-150 pickup trucks built in Dearborn, Michigan. If the sensor […]
Climbing Claims: Rising windshield claims cost ICBC more than $100 million each year, says recent report
Victoria, British Columbia — Data collected by the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) shows that there is a growing number of glass repair and replacement claims across the province, with the ICBC paying more than $100 million each year. While the Crown corporation did not speculate on the reasons behind the increase, data shows […]
A Skilled Start: Skilled trades pilot offers new learning pathway for Grade 12 students in Nova Scotia
Halifax, Nova Scotia — Starting in September 2024, Grade 12 students who meet provincial graduation requirements at the end of the first semester can enter skilled trades programs at the Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) before graduating. Education News Canada reported that the province is launching a pilot program that will see 34 eligible students […]
