Collision Repair Magazine

"When you want to consider your return on investment (ROI)—and what better way to invest than buying the latest and greatest ‘Unicorn Fix-All 2000’?! It’s the answer to all of your problems." Thinking about splurging on the latest ‘Unicorn Fix-All 2000’—a mythical piece of equipment that promises to solve all your problems? Before you do, consider this: investing in your techs and maintaining your equipment can yield a far greater ROI. 📈✨ Stefano Liessi highlights the common pitfalls of neglecting equipment maintenance and the importance of training. A shiny new tool won’t help if it’s gathering dust! https://loom.ly/sgU3kgQ

Hunter Engineering is excited to introduce Hunter University to #SEMA attendees in Las Vegas, Nevada from November 5 to 8. Hunter University is a new global learning platform designed for easily accessible training for customers, technicians, technical school instructors, students and other interested parties. https://loom.ly/qVI_Oh4

Kirmac Collision and Autoglass are using Tractable’s artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline the vehicle repair process and digitally engage customers. 🧠🖥️ “We’ve been able to make innovative changes regarding our process working with Tractable AI. It is playing an increasing role in our organization thanks to them,” said Sean McIntosh, president of Kirmac Collision. “We’re looking forward to building on this partnership even further.” https://loom.ly/JRYJBlQ

Recent collision claims data from Allstate Insurance Company of Canada reveals that December, January and November are respectively the three highest volume months for insurance claims due to a collision. From here, Friday afternoons in December are the most dangerous. Read the insights here: https://loom.ly/af6gxY0

Dr. Dent is wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween! 🎃👻 Wishing you a safe and prosperous Halloween—may your day be filled with treats and free of tricks!

On Oct. 9, Collision Repair magazine visited CAA Atlantic for the EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network. Dozens of attendees, all of whom are connected to and work in the collision repair industry, were treated to presentations from EV experts like Kurt Sampson, CAA Atlantic’s resident EV Guy and three-time EV owner; Andrew MacDonald, auto recycler and collision centre owner, who informed the audience of what happens after an EV collision and Brendan Piper of Next Drive, who presented on EV batteries, discussing both the advancement of charging capacities and the intricacies of high-voltage systems. Watch the presentation overviews here: https://loom.ly/iQMjvYg

Last week, the Automotive Recyclers Association hosted its 81st annual Convention and Expo at the Peppermill Resort and Casino in Reno, Las Vegas, where Managing Director of the Automotive Recyclers of Canada Steve Fletcher received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the ARA.  "It was my first real experience with the American industry," said Dustin Vetere of Dom's Auto Parts, who will now serve as the Canadian representative on the ARA Board. "It was rewarding to see an American take on the auto recycling convention. In many ways, it was similar to the OARA conventions that we Ontarians know well." Read more about the event and Fletcher's well-deserved honour here: https://loom.ly/RScAqv0

With Halloween upon us, the Mint Smartwash in Calgary, Alberta has more than embraced the spooky season through the creation of a haunted car wash. The first year for the event, bright by day, the car wash turns into a haunted-house-style experience from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. with employees dressed in costumes and ready to scare customers. To help set the scene, the car wash also has customers enter a pitch-dark tunnel, with mood lights and smoke machines adding to the haunted atmosphere. 👻💥😨🎃 https://loom.ly/i6Ks0zk

After 51 years in operation, General Motors has announced that it is closing the Kapuskasing Proving Ground, a facility used to evaluate the durability of vehicles in cold weather. GM Canada commented that testing of its vehicles has “evolved” to the point that the facility is no longer needed. More here: https://loom.ly/IQ3A1gA

Pro Spot International, Inc. recently hosted the Miller/Davis Group at its Carlsbad Manufacturing Plant and California Training Centre. The group engaged in a strategic performance session with partners from AkzoNobel and Color Compass Corporation. The visit specifically featured a comprehensive plant tour led by Pro Spot president Ron Olsson, who guided the group through the various stages of Pro Spot’s manufacturing process. Read more on the session here: https://loom.ly/W1JTiJ4