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2018 MACS Survey looks at refrigerant servicing issues
October 11, 2018 by Allan Janssen

The Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) is conducting a detailed survey to understand the current servicing profiles being encountered in the field. The surveys, which were emailed to a wide range of automotive service facilities, offer an opportunity for shops…

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Tire Industry Association elects new board secretary
October 11, 2018 by Allan Janssen

The founder and president of Tires Tires Tires has been elected secretary of the board of directors for the Tire Industry Association (TIA). Dan Nothdurft will begin his term as board secretary at the end of this month. Tires Tires…

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AIA announces staff changes
October 11, 2018 by Allan Janssen

The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA) has announced some staff changes in the wake of the departure of vice president France Daviault. Luciana Nechita has been named senior director of stakeholder relations. Nechita recently received her certified association executive…

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Ottawa roundtable to discuss pre-apprenticeship programs
October 9, 2018 by Allan Janssen

Following the annual general meeting of the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum in Ottawa on Oct. 18, there will be a pre-apprenticeship roundtable. Th discussion will discuss the unique challenges and opportunities of pre-apprenticeship programs, and is intended to gain insights from…

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Nova Scotia to host Women In Trades Forum
October 9, 2018 by Allan Janssen

The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum is holding a “Supporting Women in Trades Conference” in Halifax, November 6 and 7. The two-day event will be held at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront and is expected to draw more than 300 members of Canada’s…

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ASA identifies top 10 auto repair shop websites
October 5, 2018 by Allan Janssen

The Automotive Service Association (ASA) and AutoInc. magazine, the official publication of ASA, have scoured the Internet for the top 10 automotive repair shop websites. Its annual Top 10 Websites Contest drew to a close in September, offering other shops…

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NATA fills one of two empty executive posts
October 4, 2018 by Allan Janssen

The National Automotive Trades Association (NATA) has voted to replace its departed secretary-treasurer. John Norris, executive director of the Hamilton District Autobody Repair Association (HARA) and the head of Collision Industry Information Assistance (CIIA) will serve as interim secretary-treasurer, replacing…

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Ontario tire dealers get scoop on new recycling program
September 27, 2018 by Allan Janssen

Ontario dealers face new regulations with a registration deadline set for the end of next month.

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Training for techs to be expanded at AAPEX 2018
September 25, 2018 by Allan Janssen

Organizers of the Automotive Aftermarket Parts Expo are promising an extensive lineup of training sessions to keep auto service professionals ahead of the curve in today’s rapidly changing and technology-driven automotive aftermarket. The expanded education program includes training on shop…

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Lifts Must Pass Tougher Testing to Earn ALI Gold Label
September 24, 2018 by Allan Janssen

Lift manufacturers that want their product to be gold label certified now need to pass the ANSI/ALI ALCTV 2017 safety standard.

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MEMA president to retire
September 24, 2018 by Adam Malik

Steve Handschuh will retire at the end of this year. The board of directors of the Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association announced that its president and chief executive officer will call it career on Dec. 31. Their announcement cited health…

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OMVIC chief touring Ontario to meet with dealerships
September 21, 2018 by Allan Janssen

The head of Ontario’s automotive regulating group is going on the road to meet industry players, share idea, and answer questions. John Carmichael, CEO and registrar for the Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council (OMVIC) and a few of his key…