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Ontario association abandons CASIS, NATA
September 5, 2018 by Allan Janssen

In the ongoing ‘Right to Repair’ battle, AARO says it will hitch its wagon to American-based NASTF.

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Final winners picked for Auto Value giveaway
August 30, 2018 by Adam Malik

The final three grand prize winners of Auto Value’s Perfect Stop Powersports Giveaway sweepstakes have been chosen. They, along with three previously chosen winners, will select the powersports vehicle of their choice. All six grand prize winners had their choice…

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MEMA wants Canada involved in deal
August 27, 2018 by Adam Malik

The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) – of which the Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association is a division – issued a statement following the bilateral “understanding” announced between the United States and Mexico. “MEMA has been a leading voice in…

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AAPEX forum to discuss retrofitting older cars with new technology
August 16, 2018 by Allan Janssen

A new forum at the Automotive Aftermarket Parts Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas will show the potential for saving lives by retrofitting advanced driver-assist systems (ADAS) on existing vehicles. The annual show has lined up leading experts to discuss the…

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AIA conference in Saskatoon to discuss future of auto repair shops
August 15, 2018 by Allan Janssen

The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA) is asking if the connected car of the future could kill the aftermarket as we know it. The association’s coming conference in Saskatoon is provocatively called “The Death of the Repair Shop?” It…

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AVI partners with eBay Motors on ASE test prep
August 14, 2018 by Allan Janssen

Automotive Video Innovations, Inc. (AVI) has announced a new partnership with eBay Motors to offer an ASE Scholarship Program for automotive aftermarket technicians. The program will grant scholarships to a limited number of eligible technicians who are seeking quality ASE…

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First ever “Supporting Women In Trades” conference coming to Halifax
August 7, 2018 by Allan Janssen

The inaugural “Supporting Women in Trades” conference will be held at the Marriott Harbourfront Hotel in Halifax, N.S. on Nov. 6 and 7. Designed to highlight some of the initiatives underway across Canada to help address the challenges faced by…

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AIA rebrands labour project as AutoConnex
August 3, 2018 by Allan Janssen

The Automotive Industries Association of Canada has rebranded what was originally conceived as an ambitious Aftermarket Labour Market Intelligence project. The project will now be called AutoConnex, with a planned website that will be the focal point of “a movement…

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AAPEX session to address career paths for auto technicians
August 1, 2018 by Allan Janssen

An education session for automotive service professionals at the Automotive Aftermarket Parts Exhibition (AAPEX) in Las Vegas this fall will focus on building rewarding careers for technicians. The Service Professionals General Session at AAPEX 2018 will discuss how to build…

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ASA launches search for its next executive director
July 25, 2018 by Allan Janssen

The North Richland Hills, Texas-based Automotive Service Association (ASA) is seeking a new executive director.  Between now and Oct. 1, interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications to lead the 67-year-old association.  Roy Schnepper, ASA chairman of…

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Saskatoon to host AIA Knowledge Exchange event
July 25, 2018 by Allan Janssen

The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA) is inviting jobbers and automotive service professionals to The Knowledge Exchange Series Saskatchewan will be held Sept. 12, at the Saskatoon Inn & Conference Centre. Cost is $199 per person plus tax. The event…

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Building momentum: First joint women’s conference in North America
July 25, 2018 by Adam Malik

The first joint conference for women held in North America took place in Toronto in June. More than 200 women came together from the United States and Canada as part of the 2018 Women’s Leadership Conference, hosted by the Automotive…