Tuesday Ticker: Jaguar at ‘crossroads’ amid shift to EVs; BMW to produce hydrogen vehicle with Toyota
Toronto, Ontario — This weekly Tuesday Ticker shines a light on moves in the alternative fuel space as Jaguar execs share frustrations regarding its massive shift to luxury EVs, while BMW and Toyota partner to produce hydrogen-powered BMW vehicles. Jaguar jumping through hoops Jaguar’s Managing Director says the OEM is at a “crossroads” amid its […]
Fall Festivities: Saskatchewan Association of Automotive Repairers hosts Fall Conference
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan — The dedicated collision repairers of Saskatchewan were in Saskatoon last week for the annual Saskatchewan Association of Automotive Repairers (SAAR) Fall Conference. The event kicked off last Thursday with a golf tournament. Attendees spent the day on the stunning greens at the Dakota Dunes Golf Links, treated with visits from industry partners […]
EV/AV Report: Fisker avoids liquidation; while provincial funding aims to help develop autonomous vehicle research
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, a Delaware judge in the United States has ruled that Fisker won’t be forced into a Chapter 7 liquidation; while the University of Ottawa (uOttawa) has received provincial funding to help develop autonomous vehicle research. Liquidation letups Automotive manufacturer Fisker will reportedly not be […]
Rocking Out for a Cure: CARSTAR Canada to hold ‘Kiss CF Goodbye’ charity concert in the fight against cystic fibrosis
Toronto, Ontario — CARSTAR Canada is inviting industry members to join in for a ‘rockin’ night’ at the “Kiss CF Goodbye” charity concert in the fight against cystic fibrosis. Set to take place on September 28, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at the Opera House at the privately reserved CARSTAR balcony, 735 Queen Street East, Toronto, […]
Meet your MC: Caliber Collision CEO to serve as Master of Ceremonies, 2024 MSO Symposium
Las Vegas, Nevada — David Simmons, chief executive officer at Caliber Holdings, will serve as the Master of Ceremonies at the 2024 MSO Symposium, taking place Monday, November 4 in Las Vegas. David Simmons has a diverse background in leading large, multinational organizations in a number of industries and brings his wealth of experience to […]
Meet the Speakers: Sébastien Ménard, Call2Recycle Canada, to speak at EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network
Montreal, Quebec — The Collision Repair magazine EV Repair Tour Montreal, supported by Fix Network, is less than 12 days away. We have an esteemed panel of speakers ready to educate our audience on all things high voltage and collision repair—would you like to meet them? Today, we introduce Sébastien Ménard, account manager for Call2Recycle […]
Can You Believe This?! Cars attacking eardrums; Hello Kitty Beetles and more
Toronto, Ontario — It may be September, but these wacky vehicles are keeping the summer shenanigans rolling. Watch this Can You Believe This?! video and see cars ready to rock out, head to the beach, go off-roading and more! The post Can You Believe This?! Cars attacking eardrums; Hello Kitty Beetles and more appeared first […]
Shifting Gears: Nearly half Gen Z drivers report driving more than five years ago, says Enterprise Mobility Survey
Toronto, Ontario — Nearly half of Gen Z drivers and 41 percent of driving millennials report that they drive more than they did five years ago, according to a recent Enterprise Mobility Survey. Some Gen X and baby boomer drivers reported they, too, are driving more, with 33 percent and 16 percent saying they get […]
Economic Influences: Average dealership visit costs $465, compared to independent shop visit at $262, says J.D. Power report
Toronto, Ontario — The average cost of a visit to the repair shop has increased over 2023, regardless of whether a customer visits a dealership or independent facility, according to J.D. Power’s 2024 Canada Customer Service Index—Long Term Study. According to the study, the average cost of a visit to the dealership is $465 in […]
Assured on the Green: Assured Automotive hosts 16th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Toronto, Ontario — Assured Automotive hosted its 16th Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Wednesday, where more than 150 golfers met up for a day on the green and a post-tourney dinner. This year’s tournament was hosted once again at the Glen Abbey Golf Club in Oakville, Ontario, and raised funds for the Michael Pinball Clemons […]
