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2020 TalkAuto Canada Conference is now virtual
October 16, 2020 by Christine Hogg

The ninth annual TalkAuto Canada Conference will now be held virtually, taking place from Nov. 16 through Nov. 20. Hosted by Canadian Black Book and J.D. Power, in lieu of a one-day live conference, this year’s edition, complete with a…

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2020 NAPA XPO Sale to be a virtual event
August 26, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Traditionally presented at the Palais des congrès de Montréal, this year’s NAPA XPO Sale will take place in a virtual form. The event, customized for Quebec and Atlantic Canada, will be held online from Aug. 31 through Oct. 9, 2020.…

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Automechanika to launch ‘digital offensive’ in September
August 20, 2020 by Allan Janssen

In place of its annual Frankfurt show, Automechanika will offer online workshops and networking hosted by a Who’s Who of the industry. The trade show company is offering new digital networking opportunities for everyone who had been looking forward to…

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The Group to hold week-long expo for banner shops
August 17, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Pronto Smart Choice and Federated Car Care Centers will be participating in a virtual expo Aug. 19-20, culminating in a national meeting on Aug. 21. An invitation-only awards reception will be held on Aug. 18. The Automotive Parts Services Group…

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Registration open for AIA / NASTF webinar
August 14, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Auto service providers are encouraged to register and submit questions for a joint webinar hosted by AIA Canada and the U.S.-based National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF). The information session on Aug. 19 will discuss securing better aftermarket access to OE…

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AASA Tech Conference scheduled for Sept. 28-30
August 3, 2020 by Allan Janssen

The Automotive Aftermarket Suppliers Association (AASA) will hold its annual Technology Conference Sept. 28 through 30. The virtual gathering will explore the latest developments in aftermarket technology. Designed to keep industry players up to date on the latest trends, the…

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Automotive Training Expo goes digital after all
July 24, 2020 by Allan Janssen

The Automotive Training Exposition, twice postponed and moved due to Covid-19, will now go ahead as a virtual conference Aug. 3 to 6. Billed as the west coast’s largest training event, it was originally to have been held in late…

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Capstone Financial president to speak, at AASA virtual conference
July 21, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Dan Smith, Founder and President of Capstone Financial, Inc., will share his insights on how the deceleration toward Level 5 autonomous vehicles, the COVID-19 pandemic, and changing business models are impacting development and go-to-market strategies for emerging technology suppliers. His…

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AAPEX judges to pick shop owner, tech, service advisor of the year
July 14, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Nominations are open for a trio of awards to be presented at the 2020 Automotive Aftermarket Parts Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas. A panel of judges will name the Shop Owner of the Year the Service Advisor of the Year…

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SEMA unveils new health and safety protocols
July 10, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Thousands of exhibitors and attendees are registered and planning to attend the 2020 Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas, this November. With health and safety precautions in place, the upcoming event will feature four days of innovation,…

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AAPEX organizers acknowledge ‘unparalleled challenges’
July 9, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Concerned that the global pandemic could keep tens of thousands of people away from the annual Automotive Aftermarket Parts Exposition (AAPEX), organizers are stressing “The Power of Being There.” The show’s new slogan reflects the industry’s determination to meet in…

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TIA opens registration for Global Tire Expo
July 7, 2020 by Allan Janssen

Registration has opened for the Tire Industry Association’s (TIA) annual Global Tire Expo (GTE) to be held concurrent with the Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) Show. TIA will hold all but one of its pre-show events at The Cosmpolitan on…