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Spectra Premium Emerges From Financial Restructuring

Premium Industries is pleased to announce that an agreement has been reached with Turnspire Capital Partners. Turnspire will acquire Spectra’s existing operations and support ongoing development and growth under the…

2 hours ago

Troubleshooting: No Start Silverado

Follow us as we diagnose this unusual crank, no start complaint on a 2009 full-size Chevy pickup with a 6.0L engine. When we arrived to look at this vehicle, we…

17 Sep at 3:04 pm

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Preparing and Planning for Winter

As the seasons start to change, service providers need to plan for the colder months ahead. Canadians are adapting to many changes in the automotive aftermarket sector. The COVID-19 pandemic…

16 Sep at 11:48 am

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One of the key factors for a shop’s success is its reputation for customer service. While you cannot change the way vehicles and parts are manufactured,…

2 September 2021

Together in Motion—ZF Aftermarket

Innovative ZF technology for cars, commercial vehicles, trucks, trailers and buses will make a decisive contribution to attractive mobility for everyone. New products—WABCO Modular ABS Sensors…

15 September 2021

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Slapshots for a Cause Cancelled for 2021

We have been notified that Slapshots for a Cause has been cancelled for 2021 by the Board of the event. Chair Keith Gordon said, “With great…

14 September 2021

Remembering Bob Greenwood—an Industry Icon

We were saddened to learn of the sudden demise of Bob Greenwood, Founder of AAEC—Automotive Aftermarket E-Learning Centre Ltd. Wednesday, September 8, 2021. Bob was an…

14 September 2021

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SEMA Search for Top Young Vehicle Builders Over

Golden Tickets have been awarded to three aspiring young vehicle builders to compete in SEMA Battle of the Builders, a coveted competition open only to builders…

13 September 2021

Brake Inspections: Systematic Safety

When it comes to brake inspections, you can’t afford to cut corners. Brake servicing and component replacement is one of the most frequent and [can be],…

10 September 2021

Jobbers Discuss EV Brakes and Suspension

We discussed EV brakes and suspension with Canadian Jobbers—Douglas Squires, St. John’s, N.L., Jean Gilbert, Chilliwack, B.C. and Steve Kallay, Orangeville, Ontario. Which brake parts are…

9 September 2021

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Ride Control: Education is Key

Ride control can be a lucrative revenue stream for shops, provided it’s explained and serviced the right way. Ride Control has one of the biggest impacts…

8 September 2021

CARQUEST WORLDPAC Charitable Golf Event

Steve Gushie, President CARQUEST Canada and Vince Salfi, Canadian Merchandising, CARQUEST Canada. PHOTO Shirley BrownBill Stark, CARQUEST, Bill Beaudette, Town and Country Auto, Steve, Marc Reynolds,…

7 September 2021

AAPEX and SEMA Announce Health & Safety Measures

AAPEX and the SEMA Show have released information regarding health and safety measures for their respective events in Las Vegas, Nevada. AAPEX (November 2-4, Venetian Expo &…

7 September 2021

AIA Canada Night

AIA Canada Announces the Cancellation of Canada Night 2021

After careful consideration and in consultation with industry partners, Automotive Industries Association (AIA) of Canada and its Canada Night Committee announced that the 2021 Canada Night…

3 September 2021

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30aug(aug 30)9:00 am08oct(oct 8)4:00 pmVirtual EventNAPA XPO Sale 2021

22sep6:30 pm9:30 pmTraining: The WOW effect!!!!

23sep11:00 am1:00 pmCurbside Chat: Mike Kealey, EVP - Commercial at Dorman Products

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