Headline, Isabelle Havasy, Portrait of the bodywork industry
OVERCOMING BURNOUT AND REDEFINING YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH WORK
(Article published in L’AUTOMOBILE Collision magazine, April 2024) By Isabelle Havasy After almost three decades in the collision repair industry, Tony Cutrone suffered severe burnout in November 2022. Faced with the relentless pressure generated by increasing customer demands, insurer constraints and the disruption caused by COVID-19, he reached breaking point. During the most difficult days… 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
Bodywork industry, Headline, Isabelle Havasy
ÉRICK LEBLOND: TRIBUTE TO A PIONEER
(Article published in L’AUTOMOBILE Collision magazine, February 2024) By Isabelle Havasy On December 17, 2023, many turned out to pay their last respects to Érick Leblond, a leading figure in the collision repair industry. A visionary and a go-getter, Érick left no one indifferent. Throughout his career, he made a lasting impression on his family… Read More
Bodywork industry, Headline, Isabelle Havasy
ADAPTATION AND EXPERTISE: THE PILLARS OF A CONSTANTLY EVOLVING INDUSTRY
(Article published in L’AUTOMOBILE Collision magazine, February 2024) By Isabelle Havasy In the dynamic collision repair sector, two men stand out for their track record and expertise. Employed by the Groupement des assureurs automobiles (GAA), Daniel Rodrigue and Denis Janelle draw on their extensive experience in the collision industry to drive forward the issues that… Read More
Headline, Isabelle Havasy, Mechanic industry
SALARY ADJUSTMENTS UNDER THE NEW CPA MONTRÉAL DECREE
(Article published in L’AUTOMOBILE Mechanic magazine, February 2024) By Isabelle Havasy For over forty years, Sylvain Murphy has explored many facets of the automotive industry. His diversified career covers mechanics, dealerships, as well as teaching and developing training content for specialized centres. In the early 2000s, Mr. Murphy branched out into the union world. For… Read More
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THE VERSATILITY OF MITSUBISHI’S S-AWC (SUPER ALL WHEEL CONTROL)
(Article published in L’Automobile Mechanic magazine, February 2024) By Isabelle Havasy The S-AWC (Mitsubishi’s patented all-wheel drive system) demonstrated its versatility on the snowy, icy courses of the ICAR Mirabel circuit. The Outlander PHEV, fitted with Yokohama BlueEarth V906 winter tires, reacted differently to slaloms, bends and curves, depending on the driving mode selected. For… Read More
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KARINE VANASSE’S NEW ADVENTURE WITH NISSAN
By Isabelle Havasy To celebrate International Women’s Day, we’re diving into adventure with Karine Vanasse. The beloved actress and Nissan spokeswoman in Québec stars in “Direction l’aventure,” a new web series produced by Nissan Canada. Divided into four parts, “Direction l’aventure” reveals a funny, sympathetic and refreshing woman who won’t hesitate to step out of… Read More
Bodywork, Headline, Isabelle Havasy
NAVIGATING THE COLLISION INDUSTRY’S CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH CCIF AND AIA CANADA
(Article published in L’Automobile Collision magazine, December 2023) By Isabelle Havasy Stuart Klein’s career is deeply rooted in the Canadian collision industry. Now Vice President of Collision Programs for the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada), he began his journey as a collision technician, before transitioning into the insurance sector. When working at State… Read More
Headline, Isabelle Havasy, Mechanical business management, Portrait of the automotive mechanic industry
PUTTING PEOPLE AT THE HEART OF GROWTH
(Article published in L’Automobile Mechanic magazine, December 2023) By Isabelle Havasy Vice President of Sales at Castrol—Wakefield, and Chair of the Board of Directors of the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada), Shannon Spano is an advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in business. “In my role with AIA Canada and through my… Read More
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ENTERPRISE MOBILITY: ADAPTABILITY IN A CONSTANTLY EVOLVING INDUSTRY
(Article published in L’Automobile Collision magazine, December 2023) By Isabelle Havasy Enterprise recently unveiled its new brand identity to better reflect its diversification and ambition to become a top player in the mobility industry. With 90,000 employees and 2.3 million vehicles on the road, Enterprise Mobility presents itself as one of the world’s leading mobility… Read More