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Ottawa, Ontario, June 19, 2025 – I-CAR Canada is proud to announce the next phase of its partnership with the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB Group) to expand access to welding training and certification for collision repair professionals across the country, including those in remote and underserved regions.  This strategic collaboration...

Aluminum is more prevalent than ever on today’s vehicles. What can you do when an aluminum dent has stretched during the repair process?  For example, it is not uncommon for steel panels stretch and therefore require shrinking. However, this issue is usually corrected using heat-shrinking methods for the impacted steel...

Every auto care business runs on people. Behind every wrench turned, invoice sent, or part ordered is a human being with emotions, motivations, and reactions—whether they are aware of them or not. When leaders take the time to understand what drives these behaviours, they unlock better communication, reduce friction during...

Ottawa, Ontario, May 21, 2025 – I-CAR Canada is pleased to welcome UAP / NAPA as the newest participant in the Sustaining Partner Program (SPP), reinforcing a shared commitment to supporting the automotive industry through high-quality training and education. This partnership will allow NAPA customers to earn I-CAR Canada training...

Collision repair shops across Canada are navigating a perfect storm of challenges: workforce shortages, rising repair complexity, shifting insurance practices, and the need to remain profitable in a rapidly evolving industry. With modern vehicles now equipped with sophisticated technology like advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and electric drivetrains, the demands...

The collision repair industry is facing unprecedented change. Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), evolving original equipment manufacturer (OEM) standards, and growing consumer expectations are reshaping the demands on shops, insurers, and industry stakeholders alike.  Many collision repair businesses have likely felt the strain of misaligned incentives and conflicting priorities. However, for...