Collision Repair magazine

16/12/2024

‼️🚨NEW ISSUE ALERT 🚨‼️

The new digital issue of Collision Repair Magazine is here! Your number-one 🏆 source for industry updates! This issue is packed with the latest trends and insights to have you start 2025 on a good note.

Check out:
📖Our cover story: Updates on the Consolidated Collision Services team’s recent shuffle
📨💯The 2024 Collision Repair mag
🤩SEMA highlights and best new products
👥Insights from expert industry columnists and MORE!

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COLLISION REPAIR 23 #5 As the leaves turn and fall sets in, Collision Repair magazine is ready to deliver a bountiful new issue filled with industry insights, e

14/12/2024

New issue alert!

Check out the latest digital issue of Bodyworx Professional. This final issue for 2024 brings exclusive insights on:
🚗Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s automotive restoration program
🎓Tropicana Community Services’ autobody graduation ceremony
⚡️The latest products fresh from the SEMA stage
and MUCH MORE!

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13/12/2024

‼️🚨NEW ISSUE ALERT 🚨‼️

The new digital issue of Buyer’s Guide is out now! Packed with DOZENS of the industry’s hottest products, tools, and technology, this issue is your go-to resource for staying ahead of the learning curve. 🛠️🖥️📟👥

Don’t miss out on the must-have products and expert insights—subscribe now and check out the new tech trends and tools prepared to make any repair a successful repair.

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10/12/2024

AkzoNobel has named Saad Ouaddahou its Eastern Canada District Sales leader, effective immediately.

In this new role, Ouaddahou will run AkzoNobel’s Eastern Canada Sales operation, reporting to Fred Daoust, country manager, of automotive and specialty coatings, Canada.

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Toronto, Ontario — AkzoNobel has named Saad Ouaddahou its Eastern Canada District Sales leader, effective immediately. In this new role, Ouaddahou will run

30/11/2024

"Accountability, when you look up the definition of the word, is “the obligation or willingness to accept responsibility or to account for one’s actions.” That could sound ominous, to some. But to see that 80 percent of people believe accountability in the workplace to equal punishment suggests there’s something deeply flawed with everyone’s understanding of the word."

In her latest article, Allison Rogers explores how true accountability is about responsibility, growth, and recognizing achievements—big or small. It’s not about blame; it’s about fostering a positive work culture where feedback is constructive and mistakes are viewed as learning opportunities.

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Blame game or recipe for betterment? By ALLISON ROGERS What is accountability? I recently ran into a statistic online that suggested a startling 80 percent

29/11/2024

Do you know a young tech who consistently goes above and beyond? Collision Repair magazine is now giving you the opportunity to go above and beyond in return and recognize their efforts in the form of the 20 Under 40 initiative!

The goal of this initiative is to help recognize the top young leaders under the age of 40 who are making a significant impact in shaping the future of the collision repair field. Whether through innovation, leadership, community involvement or through driving industry change, these individuals are setting new standards of excellence.

Submit your application here:

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Toronto, Ontario -- Do you know a young tech who consistently goes above and beyond? Collision Repair magazine is now giving you the opportunity to go above

29/11/2024

This last Can You Believe This?! video of the month is prepping for the holiday season. From vehicles spinning out on frosty roads, to carrying loads that even Santa would be proud of, why not start your December off right by tuning in for some weekend wackiness.

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Toronto, Ontario -- This last Can You Believe This?! video of the month is prepping for the holiday season. From vehicles spinning out on frosty roads, to carr

23/11/2024

Autobody technician students from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) are currently undertaking a royal restoration: restoring a 1951 Lincoln Cosmopolitan convertible that once carried the then, future Queen Elizabeth II. Bodyworx Professional magazine is set to cover the project as it occurs. Check out photos here.

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Edmonton, Alberta — Early this September, Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) autobody technician students began restoring a 1951 Lincoln Cosmopol

22/11/2024

Another Friday means another Can You Believe This?! video! Tune in and check out cars that can’t seem to keep their cargo; pretend to be pedestrians; fail to change lanes and more!

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22/11/2024

Watch now! Collision Repair sits down with Blair Earle, Managing Director at IAA Canada to hear how recent disasters, like Alberta’s summer hailstorm that resulted in $2.8 billion in insured losses, or the Jasper wildfires ($800 million in claims), have reshaped our industry.

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Toronto, Ontario -- Watch now! In this exclusive webinar, Collision Repair sits down with Blair Earle, Managing Director at IAA Canada to hear how recent disa

20/11/2024

Today at 2:00 p.m. EST! Tune in for this free, live webinar featuring Blair Earle, Managing Director at IAA Canada discussing catastrophe preparedness in the collision repair industry.

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19/11/2024

Is your collision centre struggling with material tracking and invoicing? 3M™ RepairStack™ Performance Solutions offers an innovative approach to automate these processes, allowing skilled technicians to focus on what they do best.

Find out how this solution can boost your shop's efficiency: https://loom.ly/NYewwoE

3M™ RepairStack™ Performance Solutions automates material tracking, invoicing to enhance profitability Story by ALLISON ROGERS There are three major com

16/11/2024

"Picture this: a customer has just been in a fender bender and is feeling stressed. An AI-driven virtual assistant steps in, offering real-time advice and ensuring all the necessary information is recorded accurately. No more fumbling for the right words—AI has got it covered."

Artificial Intelligence isn't just sci-fi anymore—it's revolutionizing the collision industry! If you're still imagining robots taking over, fear not; AI is here to make our work easier and smarter, not to replace us.

Gaurav (Rav) Mendiratta breaks down the evolution of AI, from basic tricks to brainy bots, and explores how tools like AI-driven virtual assistants can transform customer experiences and streamline processes in collision repair.

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A DEEP DRIVE FOR COLLISION INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS Column by GAURAV (RAV) MENDIRATTA Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn’t just the stuff of sci-fi movies any

15/11/2024

There isn’t much that Mark Silverman, fixed operations manager at Yonge Steeles Ford Lincoln in Thornhill, Ontario hasn’t seen in the past 41 years in the industry. Always sporting a neat ponytail, Mark, at 71, has no intention of slowing down—and as the head of one of the Greater Toronto Area’s leading dealership and repair facilities, Mark oversees a collision department that is never idle.

Read more of Mark's story in our latest cover feature: https://loom.ly/Q2cUQBc

15/11/2024

Friday again, and with it another Can You Believe This?! video to bring some warmth to your weekend. Winter may be almost here, but the giggles from this video are sure to fuel some weekend funnies. From cars pulling crazy U-turns to road-side stunts, we’re certain you’ll have a ball.

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12/11/2024

OEM certifications are increasingly debated as vehicle complexity rises. Many see them as a way to ensure proper repairs, but restrictions on procedures and parts for certified shops have sparked discussions.

We asked collision repair industry stakeholders to submit their opinions on the value of OEM certifications. See the following pages for their comments on benefits, drawbacks, importance of certifications and more.

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INDUSTRY SPEAKS ON OEM CERTIFICATIONS Story by ALLISON ROGERS Original equipment manufacturer (OEM) certifications have been a widely discussed topic in rec

11/11/2024

Today, we pause to remember and honour the brave individuals who served and sacrificed for our freedom. Their courage and dedication have shaped our nation, and we are forever grateful.

As we reflect on their legacy, let us come together to support those who have served and ensure their stories are never forgotten.

09/11/2024

In the world of business, being proud of your achievements is essential, but there's a fine line between pride and hubris. 🤔

Jay Perry explores how excessive self-confidence can lead to downfall, reminding us that continuous improvement and humility are key to sustained success. 🏆✨

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