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Uni-Select Inc. names winners of Canadian Automotive Group Awards
January 18, 2021 by Christine Hogg

Uni-Select Inc. announced the winners of its annual Canadian Automotive Group Awards for its top Canadian supply partners, an award that celebrates remarkable achievements, innovation and outstanding service. The award recipients were announced on the last day of its AUTOXPO…

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KYB launches 2021 video training series
January 18, 2021 by Christine Hogg

Continuing efforts to provide world class training to service professionals, KYB has launched the 2021 video training series. The 2021 Video Training Series provides Technicians, Shop Owners and Service Providers detailed information to help increase shock sales and better maintain…

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Light vehicle sales likely to increase 10% in 2021, study finds
January 15, 2021 by Christine Hogg

TrueCar, Inc. projects 16 million new light vehicle sales for 2021, an increase of 10 per cent from the previous year. Retail sales are expected to reach 13.9 million, representing an increase of 9.6 per cent from 2020. “The year…

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Genuine Parts Company appoints new president
January 15, 2021 by Christine Hogg

Genuine Parts Company announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed William P. Stengel to the position of president. Stengel previously served as executive vice-president and chief transformation officer of the company and becomes only the eighth president in the…

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FCA first to implement Amazon’s new Alexa Custom Assistant
January 15, 2021 by Christine Hogg

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) will be the first automaker to implement Amazon’s Alexa Custom Assistant into its vehicles, making it fast and easy to create intelligent voice experiences for FCA products. The Alexa Custom Assistant solution is built directly on…

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AIA Canada to host upcoming webinar on “Your Car. Your Data. Your Choice.” movement
January 14, 2021 by Christine Hogg

AIA Canada has announced the date for its upcoming webinar, Gaining Traction, Keeping Momentum: The Status of Your Car. Your Data. Your Choice.™ in Canada and United States. On  Jan. 26, 2021 at 1 p.m. EST (English) and 2 p.m.…

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ASE winter registration now open
January 14, 2021 by Christine Hogg

ASE winter registration is now open through March 31. More than 50 ASE certification tests are available, covering nearly every aspect of the motor vehicle service and repair industry. Those registering will have 90 days to schedule an appointment to…

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Mevotech releases two new front upper control arms
January 13, 2021 by Christine Hogg

Mevotech has released two new front upper control arms, CMS251267/CMS252168. Engineered for the 2019+ RAM 1500 (5th gen) platform, control arms CMS251267 and CMS251268 feature a completely solid and fully forged one-piece control arm body. By replacing the original equipment hollow stamped steel and plastic composite design,…

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CAA North & East Ontario appoints Marianne Matichuk to board of directors
January 13, 2021 by Christine Hogg

CAA North & East Ontario (CAANEO) is announcing the appointment of Greater Sudbury resident Marianne Matichuk to its board of directors. The auto club provides more than 300,000 Members in the north and east Ontario region with emergency roadside service…

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American Petroleum Institute aims to test 1,300 engine oils with new program
January 12, 2021 by Christine Hogg

The American Petroleum Institute has announced the start of the 2021 cycle of the Aftermarket Audit Program (AMAP) with the goal of testing up to 1,300 packaged and bulk engine oil samples this year from around the world. AMAP oversees…

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Shop of the Week: Traditions Auto Service
January 12, 2021 by Christine Hogg

Shop of the Week is a weekly column devoted to showcasing the efforts of automotive shops and their teams across Canada. Want your shop to have a turn in the spotlight? Send an email to christine@turnkey.media! Name: Steve Viera Shop…

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Bestbuy welcomes L.Y. Auto Parts as a shareholder
January 12, 2021 by Christine Hogg

L.Y. Auto Parts has joined Bestbuy Distributors as a full member shareholder. Loke Yee Wong, the owner of L.Y. Auto Parts, has been a part of the automotive aftermarket industry since 1995 and continues to serve his loyal customer base…