collisionrepairmag.com




November 18, 2008

           

In This Issue
Headline News
Future of I-CAR
Fix Auto Signs Two New Shops

December 3, 2008
AIA General Meeting
Old Mill Inn,
Etobicoke, ON
aiacanada.com

January 24, 2009
CCIF Toronto
Marriot Airport,
Toronto, ON
ccif.net


Quick Links...
Is This For Real?

for real? icon

Burn Rubber: A five kilometre stretch of road in Texas was made of sulphuric slag, used as a cheap alternative to asphalt. One snag: when it rained, the hot exhaust from cars would set the road on fire!
Did you Know...?
By Danielle Dinally

don't know icon

Olde Tyme Engine: A steam-powered car that has been publicized as the oldest car in the world that still runs, was sold in a Pebble Beach, California auction. In an 1887 demonstration drive, the car covered a 19-mile course at an average speed of 26 miles per hour.

Join Our Mailing List!
Web Page Powered by:

media matters logo
Visit Our Sponsor
Greetings!

Our regular readers know that changes are coming to the way I-CAR functions in Canada. According to information released today, it's actually going to be business as usual...right up until the end of 2009. By then, a new framework for training must be in place.

I can honestly say that I don't think there will ever be a better chance to influence the future of collision repair training in this country. You can find more info in the story below.

Mike Davey,
Editor

 
CAN'T WAIT TO READ THE LATEST ISSUE? THE FULL VERSION IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE!
Headline News
 
- Wayne K. Cherry Selects AkzoNobel Sikkens for SEMA Concept Car

- Boyd Group Reports Rise in Same Store Sales

- NACE and CARS Deliver Strong Results
Repairers Will Determine I-CAR's Future

I-CAR International Board Chairman Robby Robbs has provided updated comments on the future of I-CAR in Canada.
 
"Following the Canadian Collision Repair Industry Survey and ensuing Town Hall meeting in Montreal, it is sufficiently clear that the market is seeking changes to the current I-CAR structure in Canada," noted Robbs. "This recognition that the industry in Canada is seeking a different direction has prompted the I-CAR International Board to take measures designed to support the Canadian auto collision inter-industry in furthering options for the future."

Read more...
Please visit our photo gallery!
 
Fix Auto Signs Two New Shops in Ontario

Fix Auto is pleased to announce the signing of two new shops in Ontario - Fix Auto Bolton and Fix Auto London East.

Located at 12543 Hwy 50, Fix Auto Bolton is the second Fix Auto shop for owner Elvis Ferri.  Covering a growing part of the GTA, Elvis Ferri and general manager Marcelo Zunino saw a great opportunity in Bolton to open up their newest location.  "After the success of our first Fix Auto shop and understanding the need of the Bolton market, we are confident to pursue this new venture under the Fix Auto brand," said Zunino.

Read more...

The management team at Fix Auto Bolton. From left: Danny Ferri, Elvis Ferri and Marcelo Zunino.





Fix Auto London East, shown at left, is owned and operated by Ahmed Hebah.

SEE WHAT EVERYONE IS TALKING ABOUT
Join the Collision Repair magazine Facebook group today!
 That's all for another week. Make sure to visit collisionrepairmagazine.com every day for the latest news.
Sincerely,
 

Media Matters Incorporated
Collision Quote
"There are some insurers who know exactly what the score is and they act accordingly. But there are some companies that simply do not. Insurers need to protect their bottom line, but so do we." - Mary Chiummiento of Super CARSTAR Collision in Etobicoke, ON.