Como Gets Credit: AkzoNobel’s Como site achieves highest automotive industry quality certification
Como, Italy — AkzoNobel’s powder coatings site in Como, Italy has received International Automotive Task Force (IATF) 16949 certification. This certification specifically represents the global technical specification and quality management standard for the automotive industry. The certification focuses on several areas, including continuous improvement, defect prevention and waste reduction within the automotive supply chain. The […]
Hybrid Hiccups: Ford recalls hybrid vehicles over unexpected shifts into neutral
Toronto, Ontario — Ford Motor Company has revealed that it is recalling several hybrid models due to transmission problems that could cause certain vehicles to suddenly shift into neutral while moving as related to issues caused by a recent software update. Affected models include the Ford Maverick, Ford Escape plug-in-hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) and the […]
Readying Resources: Skilled Trades Ontario launches Resource Hub to provide access to trades-based information and resources
Toronto, Ontario — Skilled Trades Ontario (STO) has launched a new online information centre, the STO Resource Hub, to provide users access to insight and knowledge into the skilled trades sector. The Hub specifically features newly published trade reports, a directory of links as well as other trades-related resources and research. Canadian Manufacturing originally noted […]
Can You Believe This: Flying and flipping cars; dogs learn dismantling and more
Toronto, Ontario — Happy Friday! Enjoy the long weekend—but first settle in with your favourite weekly giggle-inducer, the Collision Repair mag Can You Believe This?! The post Can You Believe This: Flying and flipping cars; dogs learn dismantling and more appeared first on Collision Repair Magazine.
New Age: Boyd Group spent US$4.8 million on network technology upgrades in Q1 2024, increased scanning and calibration workforce by 60 percent
Winnipeg, Manitoba — Boyd Group Services released its Q1 2024 financial results on Wednesday, revealing the company spent US$4.8 million on network technology upgrades in the first three months of 2024. Company CEO Tim O’Day added that the company has increased the number of scanning and calibration services it can perform in-house by increasing its […]
Recycled auto parts usage has the potential to cut 35 million metric tons of COe2 annually, says Car-Part.com
Toronto, Ontario — By utilizing quotes for top recycled parts instead of new parts, an estimated reduction of 35 million metric tonnes of CO2e annually can be achieved, according to data from Car-Part.com’s North American marketplaces. “That’s equivalent to 32 percent of annual Canadian driving emissions,” noted Tim Schneider, executive director of the Integrated Car-Part […]
Throwback Thursday: Tropicana students experience autobody
Toronto, Ontario — In honour of Tropicana Community Services’ Discovery Day at the AkzoNobel headquarters today, this Throwback Thursday features TWO exclusive albums from past Tropicana student events. Take a gander through our archived pictures from 2017 and 2023, respectively, and witness Tropicana’s dedicated pre-apprenticeship autobody students in their element! Tropicana Career Day 2017 8 […]
Industry Answers: AAPEX webinar series set to begin this month
Toronto, Ontario — The Automotive Aftermarket Product Expo’s (AAPEX) free industry webinar series, AAPEX Education Online, is kicking off on May 23rd with “What the Automotive Aftermarket Supply Chain Can Learn From Shops, and How the Industry Can Provide Shops What They Need to Succeed.” The webinar, which will take place from 12 p.m. to […]
Generation Relations: New study reveals that Gen Z believes most in dealer relevance and online vehicle buying processes
Toronto, Ontario — Urban Science and The Harris Poll recently released its 2024 Urban Science Dealership Transformation Index (DTI) which reveals that generation Z (Gen Z) is the both the most confident in dealer relevance and most willing to explore online vehicle buying processes. The study, which aims to capture and analyze the evolving views […]
Supporting Success: Simplicity Car Care hosts regional training session in Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta — Simplicity Car Care hosted a successful Regional Training event in Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta, last week. The event specifically aimed at empowering franchisees to enhance businesses, drive profitability and ensure adherence to standardized processes in their shops. In a statement regarding the recent training, Regional Performance Manager of Western Canada Joe DeGroot […]
