Rebate Restrictions: Canada to eliminate federal rebates on Chinese-made electric vehicles
Ottawa, Ontario — The Canadian government has announced that alongside imposing a 100 percent tariff on Chinese made electric vehicles, it will also be eliminating the $5,000 federal rebate typically available for electric vehicles. In an announcement made earlier this month, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated that beginning October 1, 2024, the government will […]
Extrication Exhilaration: Pfaff Autoworks hosts firefighter training to raise funds
Markham, Ontario — On September 14, Pfaff Autoworks in Markham, Ont. hosted a demonstration, teaching industry and community members alike how to safely extricate a vehicle in the event of a catastrophic accident. The event took place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with guests able to enjoy a variety of activities from demonstrations led […]
Celebrating Success: Simplicity Car Care’s 2024 Growth Conference wraps up by celebrating award winners
Montreal, Quebec — Simplicity Car Care’s 2024 Growth Conference wrapped up yesterday with as much energy as it started with, celebrating award recipients, goals for the future and strategies to remain innovative in a shifting market. The day once again began bright and early with a breakfast sponsored by CSI Hail Provider. Talks included a […]
Aviva Advisory: Insurer warns of ghost brokers in Canadian market
Toronto, Ontario — Aviva Canada is cautioning Canadians to beware of a ghost broker known as AllcoveredbyAviva or Allcoveredbrokers advertising on social media sites such as Facebook, claiming to be affiliated with Aviva and selling fake insurance, the insurer wrote last week in a release. “It has come to our attention that Canadians are being scammed by representatives of […]
Aubry and Arnott Advance: CCS announces leadership transition for Charles Aubry, Jason Arnott
Toronto, Ontario — Consolidated Collision Services (CCS), a division of Consolidated Dealers Co-Operative Inc. has announced that, going forward, Charles Aubry will assume the role of General Manager for the company, with Jason Arnott further assuming the role of Business and Operations Director for the West. “We are beyond excited to be able to promote […]
Heavy Lifting: Simplicity unveils new business line and shares bold vision for the future at National Growth Conference
Montreal, Quebec — It was fitting that the iconic Rialto Theatre in Montreal played host to Simplicity Car Care’s 2024 Growth Conference. As it had in the past, what was on stage enthralled the audience on the opening day of the two-day event. A rousing and inspiring opening speech by CEO Paul Prochilo set the […]
Future of the Industry: Canadians Gabrielle Leclerc, James Bartel succeed at WorldSkills Lyon 2024
Lyon, France — The WorldSkills Lyon 2024 international skills competition concluded this past weekend, where two Canadians showed the results of expert training. Gabrielle Leclerc competed for Canada in the car painting category and ended with a score of 654. Cecile Bukmeier, auto body chair for the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), delivered Leclerc […]
Tuesday Ticker: Volkswagen experiences capacity cuts; while Hyundai doubles down on hybrids
Toronto, Ontario — This weekly Tuesday Ticker sees both company expansions and cuts as Volkswagen may reportedly book up to four billion euros in provisions for planned capacity cuts; while Hyundai announces plans to greatly expand its electric vehicle lineup. Historic cuts Volkswagen may reportedly book up to four billion euros in provisions for planned […]
Persistent Peeling: Quebec lawsuit over alleged Hyundai paint peeling issues extends to other countries; automaker updates coverage for certain models
Quebec City, Quebec — A Quebec class-action lawsuit—originally filed in May 2023—over alleged quality issues with the paint on older Hyundai models is seeing renewed support, with complaints having been filed from countries such as the United States and Australia. The suit was originally brought forth by Michel Allard, who bought a used 2017 Hyundai […]
Stigma Stats: Gen Z indicates stigma against trades remains a barrier to generation’s participation, says recent study
Toronto, Ontario — Jobber’s Annual Blue-Collar Report indicates that while Gen Z has an interest in a career in the trades, stigma remains a barrier preventing them from fully committing to working in a trades role. The report—which surveyed 1,000 United States-based high school and recent post-high school-aged individuals, ages 18 to 20—aimed at identifying […]
