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February 18, 2025
The right to repair is a critical component of the circular economy, promoting sustainability by extending the lifespan of products and reducing waste. In Canada’s auto care sector, ensuring access to repair data and services empowers consumers with choices, making vehicle maintenance more affordable and efficient.    Amin Youssef, regional vice...
February 4, 2025
On the afternoon of Monday, February 3, 2025, Prime Minister Trudeau spoke with President Trump, who has agreed to pause the expected tariffs on Canadian goods for an additional 30 days while negotiations continue. Canada will roll out its proposed $1.3 billion border plan which promises to strengthen defenses with...
February 4, 2025
In the ever-evolving collision repair industry, staying ahead of technological advancements and repair requirements is critical to providing safe, high-quality service. At Vold’s Collision Ltd. in Kindersley, Saskatchewan, shop owner and Red Seal technician Randy Vold understands the importance of continuous learning. By ensuring his team achieves I-CAR Canada Platinum...
February 3, 2025
On February 1, 2025, President Trump announced a 25 per cent tariff on all Canadian imports, with a 10 per cent tariff on energy, effective tomorrow. These measures threaten jobs, increase consumer costs, and disrupt the integrated North American supply chain, particularly in the vehicle manufacturing sector.  In response, Prime...
January 9, 2025
With over two decades of experience in the auto care industry, Marcus Yeo has witnessed the rapid evolution of vehicles, tools, and repair processes. Now an instructor at Vancouver Community College, Marcus knows the critical role of continuous training in keeping technicians relevant, skilled, and prepared for the challenges of...
December 16, 2024
We have had technical inquiries about Honda vehicles equipped with dummy blind spot sensors.  The “dummy sensors” are used on vehicles not equipped with a Blind Spot Indicator (BSI) system. The dummy sensors are not actually sensors, but they take the place of the real sensor while the vehicle does...