Headline, News
GM HEADQUARTERS SHIFTS TO HUDSON’S SITE INN DOWNTOWN DETROIT BY 2025
In 2025, General Motors (GM) will relocate its headquarters from the iconic Renaissance Centre to the new Hudson’s Detroit development, responding to evolving office space needs post-pandemic. Since 1996, GM has occupied the Renaissance Centre, Detroit’s tallest complex. The move to the 1.5 million square foot Hudson’s site, which offers 400,000 square feet of office… Read More
Éric Descarries, Headline, Innovation news, News
CHINESE FLYING CARS ARE ON THEIR WAY
By Éric Descarries For so many years, men have been dreaming of flying cars, but it looks like their fantasy is about to become a reality, thanks to Chinese manufacturers! While several American manufacturers have already unveiled some of their flying car prototypes at various auto shows, it’s Chinese manufacturers who are on the verge… Read More
Anne Bourgoin, Headline
EV: THE REAL IMPACT OF COLLISION CLAIMS
By Anne Bourgoin Recent statistics from Mitchell show that, despite popular belief, electric vehicles (EVs) were written off as a total loss in 5.71% of cases in Canada, compared with 6.77% for internal combustion vehicles last year. This is due to the much higher buy-back value, as well as minimal battery damage. However, the structure… Read More
Automotive mechanics training, Headline, Isabelle Havasy
NEW TOOLS IN PREPARATION FOR JOURNEYMAN QUALIFICATION EXAMS
(Article published in L’Automobile Mechanics magazine, February 2024) By Isabelle Havasy The aftermarket industry is constantly evolving, and this means that workers’ skills need to be updated on a regular basis, particularly in the automotive mechanics and collision repair sectors. New tools are now available to help standardize skills development in various trades, and give… Read More
Auto mechanics news, Headline, News
AIA CANADA ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS AT THE 2024 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) is pleased to announce the election of three new directors to the 2024–2025 AIA Canada Board of Directors, as well as further changes to its Board during the 82nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on April 10, 2024. The event was held virtually to ensure all member… Read More
Body shop news, Headline, News
SIMPLICITY ANNOUNCES PROMOTION OF BRYTON MUSHINSKI TO REGIONAL MANAGER FOR WESTERN CANADA
Simplicity is pleased to announce the promotion of Bryton Mushinski to the esteemed position of Regional Performance Manager for Western Canada, effective Monday, April 15th. This significant milestone underscores Simplicity’s commitment to fostering internal growth and recognizing exceptional talent within its ranks. Bryton Mushinski joined Simplicity in May 2023 as a Field Conversion Specialist and… Read More
Bodywork industry business management, Business management in innovation, Headline, Mechanical business management
RAISING YOUR PRICES IS KEY TO GOOD EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION!
(Article published in L’Automobile Mechanic magazine, February 2024) By Noëllise Turgeon In 2007, when Richard Castonguay was a garage owner, he took a training course at NAPA that transformed and improved the way he ran his business. Since then, he has become a much appreciated trainer-consultant for garages across Québec. “As the enthusiast that I… Read More
Body shop news, Headline, News, Noëllise Turgeon
CALIBRATION OF ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS): A MUST AFTER REPAIRS
(Article published in L’AUTOMOBILE Collision magazine, February 2024) By Noëllise Turgeon Amir Farrokh’s professional background makes him a true expert in automotive repair. Co-owner of a centre specialized in the calibration of ADAS, he explains the importance of this process for bodywork specialists. Mr. Farrokh’s experience as a bodywork technician and trainer is a valuable… Read More
Auto mechanics news, Éric Descarries, Headline
TOYOTA UNVEILS ITS NEW 4RUNNER
By Éric Descarries Is this really news? Because Toyota’s latest 4Runner SUV looks more like the truck of a few years ago than the truck of the future! Indeed, Japanese manufacturer Toyota has just unveiled the 2025 version of what could best be described as its legendary adventure SUV. Except that the vehicle doesn’t have… Read More
Auto mechanics news, Headline, News
JOHN SCOTTI AUTOMOTIVE: 50 YEARS OF SELLING PRESTIGE
John Scotti Automotive, the country’s uncontested leader in luxury automobiles, celebrates its 50th anniversary in business. After five decades of growth, innovation and success, founder John Scotti has carved out a unique place for himself as an entrepreneur and builder of the automotive industry. As owner of Lamborghini Montréal, the largest and one of the… Read More