Next Up, Halifax: Collision Repair magazine’s EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network, off to the East Coast
Halifax, Nova Scotia — After a successful run in Montreal, Quebec, Collision Repair’s EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network, will make its next stop at the CAA Atlantic Halifax Location on October 9, 2024. Join Collision Repair magazine, Fix Network and a lineup of expert EV speakers for a day of EV repair knowledge. […]
Holo-Guard: Ford publishes patent for interior, exterior holographic technology
Toronto, Ontario — Ford has once again published an interesting patent—the automaker’s latest technology proposes in-vehicle hologram technology that could display images on the outside of a car. While the automaker does not outline an exact purpose for the technology, it does suggest users could emit images of police officers or vicious-looking guard dogs to […]
High Stakes Keynote: Nasdaq’s Chief Economist to keynote MSO Symposium in Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada — Nasdaq’s Chief Economist and Senior Vice President, Phil Mackintosh, will be the keynote speaker at the 2024 MSO Symposium, taking place Monday, Nov. 9, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Caesar’s Horseshoe in Las Vegas. Phil Mackintosh joined Nasdaq in 2018 and has over 30 years of financial, operational and […]
ADAS Assistance: Hunter Engineering releases new ADAS Coverage Guide
Toronto, Ontario — Hunter Engineering has released a new comprehensive advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) coverage guide, which aims to offer users easily accessible static and dynamic calibration coverage for service advisors and customers. As listed under Hunter’s ADAS Coverage Guide: Calibrations and Wheel Alignment Adjustments, the new publication covers hundreds of vehicle models from […]
EV/AV Report: GM EV drivers gain access to Tesla superchargers; while distracted drivers learn how to get around autonomous vehicle warnings
Toronto, Ontario — In this electric and autonomous vehicle report, General Motors EV drivers gain access to Tesla superchargers; while an IIHS study reveals that perhaps too many drivers are multitasking while their vehicles are set for partially automated driving. GM gets supercharged On September 18, 2024, General Motors (GM) and Tesla announced that Chevy, […]
Olympic Efforts: CARSTAR Johnny K Group hosts ‘JKCG Olympics’ staff appreciation day supporting Cystic Fibrosis Canada
Edmonton, Alberta — On Sept. 14, CARSTAR Ellerslie, part of the CARSTAR Johnny K Group, held an Olympic-themed Staff Appreciation Day–dubbed the JKCG Olympics–where staff competed in a variety of activities to foster team spirit and camaraderie. Johnny Kloeckes, owner of six CARSTAR locations in the Edmonton, Alta., area, spearheaded this event. An advocate for […]
Hailstorm Hardships: IBC reports that recent Calgary hailstorm will continue to put pressure on Alberta’s insurance system
Calgary, Alberta — The Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) is warning that more automotive insurers could be pushed out of the province following an August hailstorm that resulted in $900 million in unexpected claims costs pressures. Specifically, Aaron Sutherland, IBC’s vice president for the Pacific and Western area explained in a media release that costs […]
Santos Steps Up: Color Compass announces John Santos as new National Strategic Accounts Executive for Canada
Toronto, Ontario — Color Compass Corporation has appointed John Santos as the new National Strategic Accounts Executive for Canada, effective September 16, 2024. In his new role, Santos will serve as a key conduit between Color Compass and multi-store operators across Canada. He will also be responsible for the development of business opportunities within these […]
Guess Who’s Back: Rust Valley Restorers premieres fifth season
Shuswap, British Columbia — Canadian auto fans will be thrilled that the fifth season of HISTORY’s Rust Valley Restorers has premiered via STACK TV. New episodes of the show will be available for streaming via STACK TV every Thursday at 9 p.m. ET. Mike Hall, Avery Shoaf, Connor Hall and the whole gang in Tappen, […]
Embracing Electric: EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network, educates collision repair industry members at Montreal event
Blainville, Quebec — On Wednesday, Collision Repair magazine’s EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network, continued its cross-Canada tour sharing electric vehicle repair information for the automotive aftermarket. With dozens in attendance, the event featured four speakers and Fix Network’s Phillippe-Andre Bisson on the mic as emcee. Phillippe Bussières, senior advisor at Conseil provincial des […]
