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News AnnouncementsBusiness ManagementSupplier News & Announcements JNPSoft, Opticat unify branding
April 4, 2022 by
Adam Malik
OptiCat and JNPSoft announced the launch of a new unified branding strategy in concert with the broader TecAlliance Group. Each company will retain their unique offerings and positioning. But they will also unify their go-to-market approach, said their announcement. Both…
News AnnouncementsAuto Repair & ServiceBusiness deals and partnershipsEvent NewsIndustry TrendsJobbers & WDsSupplier News & Announcements Why you should expect more M&A activity
April 1, 2022 by
Adam Malik
There’s plenty of money on the sidelines and everyone from banks to private equity firms don’t want to sit on it. So some of that money could be used to fund acquisitions, suggested an expert. Furthermore, interest rates are low…
News AnnouncementsVehicle safetyVehicle Technology Rogers, Sheridan College partnering on autonomous
April 1, 2022 by
Adam Malik
Sheridan College and Rogers Communications will partner for the next two years on 5G autonomous vehicle research and development. The program will run through the GTA-area school’s Centre for Mobile Innovation (CMI). Rogers and Sheridan study the potential of integrating…
News AnnouncementsAuto Repair & ServiceJobbers & WDsMergers and AcquisitionsSupplier News & Announcements Plews & Edelman acquires Blissfield
March 21, 2022 by
Adam Malik
Plews & Edelmann completed its purchase of Blissfield Manufacturing, a third-generation Tier 1 manufacturer of refrigeration products and condensers. Plews, which manufacturers power steering components, hoses, automotive fittings and turbo oil lines, also acquired Blissfield’s technology, designs and manufacturing equipment.…
News AnnouncementsBusiness expansionSupplier News & Announcements Schaeffler breaks ground on new facility
March 21, 2022 by
Adam Malik
Schaeffler has announced plans to relocate and expand its automotive aftermarket operations. It recently began groundbreaking for a new 250,000 square-foot facility in Strongsville, Ohio, about five miles from its current building in Valley City. The company expects its new…
News AnnouncementsAuto Repair & ServicePeople & Profiles Fountain Tire announces new CEO
March 10, 2022 by
Adam Malik
Jason Herle will take over as the chief executive officer of Fountain Tire. The move is effective May 2022. It was announced during the company’s annual Store Owners Convention in B.C. this past weekend. He will take over from current…
News AnnouncementsAuto Repair & ServiceIndustry TrendsJobbers & WDsSupplier News & Announcements B.C. port looks to expand
March 2, 2022 by
Adam Malik
Amid supply chain challenges, a port in British Columbia is looking to expand and potentially double its capacity. DP World, a logistics supply chain solutions provider announced that it would be working with the Prince Rupert Port Authority to assess…
News AnnouncementsAuto Repair & ServiceJobbers & WDsSupplier News & Announcements New folding rulers from Mueller-Kueps
February 28, 2022 by
Adam Malik
New colourful and bright Neon Folding Rulers have been introduced by Mueller-Kueps. The rules feature universal use with metric and imperial measurements. They are double-sided with one side going to 2 m and the other side going to 6.5 ft.…
News AnnouncementsBusiness deals and partnershipsSupplier News & Announcements Tenneco to be acquired, go private
February 23, 2022 by
Adam Malik
An investment management firm is set to be the new owner of automotive products giant Tenneco. Tenneco and Apollo Global Management entered into a US$7.1-billion deal Feb. 23. As part of the deal, which is expected to close in the…
News AnnouncementsAssociation NewsConsumer trendsVehicle Technology The group trying to raise the profile of AVs
February 22, 2022 by
Adam Malik
A campaign to inform Canadian consumers and policy makers about automated vehicles is underway. Partners for Automated Vehicle Education (PAVE) launched PAVE Canada as a non-profit partnership of organizations raising awareness about the potential and the reality of automated vehicle…
News AnnouncementsAuto Repair & ServicePeople & Profiles OK Tire names new leader
February 22, 2022 by
Adam Malik
Jim Bethune is the new president and chief executive officer of OK Tire Stores Inc. The chain of tire and auto service retailers in Canada announced the move Feb. 18, effective immediately. Most recently, Bethune was the chief operating officer…
News AnnouncementsAuto Repair & ServiceJobbers & WDsSupplier News & Announcements Shop-Ware announces program enhancements
February 22, 2022 by
Adam Malik
Shop-Ware has launched the DVX (Digital Vehicle Experience) platform. The enhancements in this program are designed to improve user experience. DVX is an immersive, all-in-one-place communication platform. It spans the entire customer journey, from initial conversation to invoice. It facilitates…