Automatic Assurances: NHTSA to make AEB standard by 2029
Toronto, Ontario — The United States Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) has finalized a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) to make automatic emergency braking (AEB) standard on all passenger vehicles and light trucks by September, 2029. The NHTSA’s new FMVSS will also regulate pedestrian AEB in vehicles, aiding […]
Inspecting Inspections: Nova Scotia government reviewing motor vehicle inspection requirements, says CBC
Halifax, Nova Scotia — The Nova Scotia government is reviewing the requirements for motor vehicle inspections (MVI), CBC News has reported. A spokesperson for the Public Works Department told CBC News in a statement that the provincial government started looking at MVI fees at the beginning of this year. Currently, in Nova Scotia, MVIs are […]
See You at SEMA: SEMA, AAPEX 2024 registration now open
Las Vegas, Nevada — Ring, ring! The lights of Las Vegas are calling, ’cause registration for the 2024 SEMA Show is now open. Interested parties can register for SEMA and the Automotive Aftermarket Parts Expo (AAPEX) here. This year’s SEMA Show will be held Nov. 5 through Nov. 8; AAPEX will run Nov. 5 through Nov. […]
Bringing In Brian: AkzoNobel names Brain Martin business development manager, automotive and specialty coatings, North America
Toronto, Ontario — AkzoNobel has announced that Brian Martin has joined its Automotive and Specialty Coatings division as Business Development Manager for North America. According to a recent press release, “in his new role, Brian will be instrumental in the continuing development of dealership collision programs and will be the AkzoNobel brand ambassador with all […]
Props for ProgiSync: Consolidated Collision Services first collision network to adopt OEM Certification feature in ProgiSync for all certified locations
Montreal, Quebec — Progi is proud to announce the addition of two major partners to its OEM Certifications feature in ProgiSync: Consolidated Collision Services (CCS) and Wawanesa Insurance. Launched last fall, the OEM Certification feature is designed to showcase collision expertise by displaying OEM certifications to insurance and network partners in ProgiSync. The feature is […]
Tuesday Ticker: Honda makes largest-ever North American investment; Parts supplier Martinrea invests in 3D printed parts tech
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly automotive-skewed economics report—your Tuesday Ticker—we cover Honda’s latest EV investment right here on Canadian soil; Martinrea’s recent decision to invest $6 million in 3D printed parts technologies; and Boyd Group’s Q4 2023 and full-year numbers as we wait for the company’s Q1 2024 results. Electric news in Alliston, Ont. […]
Painting Pathways: Fix Network, CAREERS inspire young women with Trades and Technologies Day
Calgary, Alberta — Fix Network and its Calgary, Alta. Training Centre partnered with Alberta-based CAREERS last weekend to host a Young Women in Trades and Technologies Day, where seven high school students with no prior autobody experience learned about opportunities in the trade. Students learned about painting gear and suits; prepped panels, applied tack and […]
Advancing Attila: Simplicity Car Care announces promotion of Vito Attila to role of Director, Territory Performance of Canada
Toronto, Ontario — Simplicity Car Care has announced the promotion of Vito Attila to the role of Director, Territory Performance of Canada, effective as of April 22nd. A recent press release about the decision noted that, “having joined Simplicity in January 2023 as Regional Performance Manager for Ontario West, Attila has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership […]
Editor’s Note: Key takeaways from AIA Canada’s National Conference 2024
By Allison Rogers This was my third year attending the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada)’s annual National Conference, and there was an overwhelming sense of change in the air. There was, of course, the literal change of Chair for the AIA Canada Board of Directors, which welcomed a familiar face for our readers, […]
A Sticky Situation: Saskatchewan using ‘barnacles’ on vehicles with parking violations
Regina, Saskatchewan — Vehicles in Regina have begun receiving ‘barnacles’ on their windshields in place of wheel locks or boots for parking violations. Not an under-the-sea-feature, but a yellow-windshield-covering-device, the barnacle ensures that drivers pay any outstanding driving fines by acting as a driving deterrent and blocking the windshield until a driver has paid. The […]
