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Bosch & Mitchell introduce new target system for static ADAS calibration
February 3, 2021 by Christine Hogg

Mitchell and Bosch Automotive Service Solutions have announced the availability of the MD-TS21. The new computer-based target system is designed to allow repair facilities to quickly and precisely calibrate front-facing cameras, blind-spot monitors and radar sensors in popular automobile models…

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More than 75% of consumers want AI repairs experience, study says
February 3, 2021 by Christine Hogg

New research released today by Solera Holdings, Inc. which analyzes data, applications and services for the insurance and automotive industries, found that more than three quarters (76 per cent) of consumers trust automotive claims driven entirely by Artificial Intelligence (“AI”).…

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Shop of the Week: Powassan Auto Service
February 2, 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: Kevin Marentette…

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Milwaukee Tool introduces new Shockwave Impact Duty sockets
February 1, 2021 by Christine Hogg

Milwaukee Tool has just introduce the Shockwave Impact Duty 6 Point Socket Lineup, available in ¼”, 3/8”, ½”, ¾”, and 1” drives. Engineered for use with impact wrenches, drivers, and ratchets, this new line of sockets features the boldest, longest-lasting…

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Time to update your wallpaper calendar
February 1, 2021 by Christine Hogg

Turnkey Media Solutions—publisher of CARS magazine and Jobber News—is making exclusive auto-related wallpaper calendars available for free download. A new image will be available at the beginning of each month. Stop missing appointments! Get your Turnkey wallpaper calendar today! FEBRUARY…

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G.K Industries Ltd. & Opticat team up for e-commerce solution
February 1, 2021 by Christine Hogg

G.K Industries Ltd., a manufacturer of filtration products, has teamed up with OptiCat, a supplier of cataloging data services for the automotive and heavy duty aftermarkets, to support their customers with e-commerce. OptiCat develops software programs which deliver and receive…

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NGK Spark Plugs appoints new president for Canadian division
January 29, 2021 by Christine Hogg

NGK Spark Plug Co., LTD. has appointed Michael Schwab as president of NGK Spark Plugs Canada Ltd. , effective Feb 1, 2021. Schwab has spent his entire career in the automotive industry and already serves as corporate officer of NGK…

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Vast-Auto Distribution is opening a new distribution centre
January 29, 2021 by Christine Hogg

Vast-Auto Distribution, a division of Groupe Del Vasto, is opening a new distribution center in the city of Longueuil in March 2021. Following its first expansion in Ontario in 2007, Vast-Auto Distribution continued to expand its footprint with the opening of…

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AASA names keynote speaker for 2021 Vision conference
January 28, 2021 by Christine Hogg

AASA has announced the keynote speaker for its 2021 Vision Conference, taking place virtually from Mar. 16-18. Greg Johnson, CEO and Co-President at O’Reilly Auto Parts will speak to the strategic direction of the industry in a post COVID-19 world,…

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NRS Brakes adds SKUs for 4 vehicle models
January 28, 2021 by Christine Hogg

NRS Brakes has added new SKUs for four vehicle models, representing nearly 1.3 million annual vehicle sales, to its extensive line-up of premium galvanized brake pads. NRS Brakes premium brake pads are engineered for maximum performance and long lasting life.…

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Mitchell adds Tractable’s AI to the Mitchell Intelligent Open Platform
January 27, 2021 by Christine Hogg

Mitchell has just announced the addition of Tractable’s AI to the Mitchell Intelligent Open Platform (MIOP). This allows North American automotive insurers to use Mitchell’s advanced claims automation solution—Mitchell Intelligent Estimating—with Tractable AI. With this plug-and-play approach, insurers have the flexibility to…

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Denso names Joseph Wright as its new director of Americas operations
January 27, 2021 by Christine Hogg

Denso Products and Services Americas, Inc., an affiliate of global automotive supplier Denso Corp., has named Joseph Wright as its new director of Americas Operations. Wright is responsible for overseeing all Denso shipping and receiving operations across North America, including…