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News Auto Repair & ServiceEvent NewsEvents Gates Century Bucks Contest winners to compete for $100,000
October 20, 2015 by
CARS Magazine
Three shop owners have won free trips to Industry Week in Las Vegas this week, to compete for the grand prize of $100,000 in the Gates Century Bucks Contest. Designed to encourage professional service centers to make the right system…
News Association NewsAuto Repair & ServiceEvent NewsLegislation RegulationsVehicle Technology AARO shops get sneak peak at Ontario’s new vehicle inspection
October 19, 2015 by
Allan Janssen
Ontario shops got a chance to preview the redesigned provincial safety inspection standard this weekend at a jam-packed symposium organized by the Automotive Aftermarket Retailers of Ontario (AARO). The AARO Symposium, held at the Holiday Inn Oakville Centre, in Oakville,…
News Event NewsSupplier News & Announcements 2016 ‘Search for a Champion’ To Have 40 Winners, $200,000 Prize
October 16, 2015 by
Steve Pawlett
The Fifth Anniversary Edition of the Champion brand’s popular “Search for a Champion” racing sponsorship contest will award a record $200,000 (USD) in cash and prizes to more grassroots racers than ever, including beginners of all ages in virtually every…
News Association NewsEvent News AAPEX Program To Keep Auto Instructors Ahead Of The Curve
October 13, 2015 by
Steve Pawlett
Automotive instructors are invited to participate in this year’s Inside AAPEX program that will highlight the latest technology and show its impact on diagnosing, servicing and repairing today’s high tech vehicles. Inside AAPEX for Automotive Instructors will begin on…
News Association NewsEvent NewsEvents Brad Grossman to headline AIA’s YES conference
October 13, 2015 by
CARS Magazine
Business analyst Brad Grossman will headline AIA’s upcoming Young Executive Society (YES) conference in Barrie, Ont. Grossman is CEO of Zeitguide, a New York-based consultancy that specializes in making sense of cultural and technological changes. He sees his mission as…
News Event News Dale Earnhardt Jr. Crew Chief Greg Ives Extends Moog ‘Problem Solver Of The Year’ Lead
October 8, 2015 by
Steve Pawlett
Dale Earnhardt Jr., crew chief Greg Ives and the No. 88 Nationwide Chevrolet team advanced to the Contender Round of the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup by edging out Jamie McMurray over the final 24 laps to finish…
News Event NewsSupplier News & Announcements Mazda To Unveil New Sports Car Concept At Tokyo Motor Show
October 7, 2015 by
Steve Pawlett
Mazda Motor Corporation will hold the world premiere of a new sports car concept model at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show, which runs from October 30 through November 8. A total of 14 models will be on display at…
News Auto Repair & ServiceEvent NewsMilestones & AwardsPeople & Profiles Autopro of the Year award goes to two Ontario shops
October 5, 2015 by
Allan Janssen
It was statistically improbable, but Eldon Ingram Ltd., in Stratford, Ont., and Thomas & Kelly St-Pierre Autopro in Lancaster, Ont. tied for the top honour.
News Association NewsEvent News New SEMA Show Mobile App Includes Ability To Create Custom Product Lists
September 25, 2015 by
Steve Pawlett
The 2015 SEMA Show Mobile App is making it easier than ever for Showgoers to navigate the four-day trade show, as well as obtain exhibitor and product information. The SEMA Show Mobile App features custom turn-by-turn navigating directions, the most…
News Association NewsEvent News AAPEXedu To Spotlight Telematics And The Connected Car
September 25, 2015 by
Steve Pawlett
The 2015 AAPEXedu will take a close up look at the emerging role of telematics as a revenue generator for independent auto repair shops, the challenges the aftermarket faces with “direct to vehicle owner” OE communications, and many additional…
News Association NewsEvent NewsJobbers & WDs Bermuda Location Makes Buy & Sell 2015 Memorable
September 24, 2015 by
Steve Pawlett
Bestbuy Distributors Limited’s annual Buy & Sell attracted shareholders from across Canada, to meet and network with valued suppliers from all over North America, for a celebrated seaside conference in beautiful Bermuda, September 13 –16, 2015. The event, which combined…
News Association NewsAuto Repair & ServiceBusiness ManagementCharity & FundraisingEvent NewsEvents SEMA Cares supports Austin Hatcher Foundation
September 23, 2015 by
CARS Magazine
The Austin Hatcher Foundation is now under the umbrella of charities supported by SEMA Cares, a nonprofit organization that brings the performance and specialty equipment auto industry together to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Since the…