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Canada’s collision repair industry is navigating an increasingly complex landscape. Rising equipment costs, tighter margins, and growing pressure from insurers demand more than technical skill to thrive. For shop owners seeking to strengthen operations and drive long-term success, focusing on key areas, such as marketing, customer loyalty, and partnerships, can...

Have you had an experience where the vehicle notified the owner that it was being moved while it was in your repair facility? App-based connected services are available from many vehicle makers and may require special considerations before beginning repairs.  Telematic systems, such as OnStar, have been offered in Canada...

Sometimes, returning to the basics can make the difference between a quality and a failed repair. You might need to refinish the panel backside and edges when repairing and refinishing.   While sounding similar, panel backside refinishing and edging/jamming are separate tasks. Panel backside refinishing can involve the inside or backside...

As Advanced Driver Assistance systems (ADAS) become increasingly common in modern vehicles, the importance of proper bumper repair and refinishing has grown significantly. In this webinar, Matthew Moore, senior trainer at Axalta Coating Systems, and Neil Murphy, technology manager — color science and global color systems, address the complexity behind...

With ongoing labour shortages and outdated perceptions still lingering, the collision repair industry is at a crossroads. Attracting and developing the next generation of technicians is not just important, it is critical to the future of the trade. But meaningful training and mentorship require more than technical skill; they demand...

The collision repair industry is changing. As vehicles become more technologically advanced, so must the shops that service them. The collision repair facility of tomorrow is digital, connected, and increasingly intelligent—and the shift is not on the horizon; it is happening now.  Whether you operate a single-location facility or oversee...