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Mevotech to host Alliance members
October 22, 2018 by Adam Malik

Toronto-based Mevotech announced they will host the members of the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance members at its booth at this year’s AAPEX show. Those who come by on Nov. 1 will be given a guided tour and learn about trends…

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Part maker fined for bid-rigging
October 22, 2018 by The Canadian Press

Japanese car parts manufacturer INOAC Corp. has been fined $1.3 million by Ontario’s Superior Court of Justice after it pleaded guilty to rigging bids. The Competition Bureau says its investigation determined that INOAC entered into illegal agreements with a competing…

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Canada’s tax reform falling behind: report
October 19, 2018 by Adam Malik

While many countries are reviewing or reforming their tax systems, Canada has not been keeping pace, according to a recent report by the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada). International Trends in Tax Reform: Canada is Losing Ground is the…

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Aftermarket value at all-time high: AIA Outlook Study
October 18, 2018 by Adam Malik

Business in the aftermarket continues to grow. After hitting a record high in 2015, the Automotive Industries Association of Canada’s latest Outlook Study reported that the light vehicle segment of the industry is now valued at $21.6 billion. That represents…

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Cardone to expand drive axle assembly line
October 18, 2018 by Adam Malik

Cardone Industries recently announced plans to expand its drive axle assembly product line after hearing from its customers. The company said its innovation team has responded the feedback it has received and identified common failure points in order to re-engineer…

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Quick-Strut options grow
October 18, 2018 by Adam Malik

Monroe Quick-Strut options are growing again with 21 new part numbers added this month. With 63 new application options – 22 domestic and 41 import options – coverage has expanded by 4.2 million vehicles in North America. The announcement from…

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Pocket sized light
October 18, 2018 by Adam Malik

The pocket sized Light-N-Carry COB LED Work Light provides steady lumen output, long run times and multiple lighting functions. It comes with dust and water-resistant housing and a micro-USB charging system. Techs can keep the light in their pocket and…

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She gets things done
October 17, 2018 by Adam Malik

Cathleen Wachs of Auto Parts Central in Brandon, Man. has been named the Jobber News 2018 Counterperson of the Year for the tireless work ethic and relationships built with customers

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Technological change coming, and fast, AASA tech conference hears
October 17, 2018 by Adam Malik

With the amount of change coming to the automotive aftermarket, the industry better be ready to take on the change. It’s coming, and coming fast, one industry expert told attendees at a recent conference. Paul Golata, senior technology specialist at…

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Remembering Peter Gilchirst, 92
October 17, 2018 by Adam Malik

Peter A. Gilchrist was born Nov. 15, 1925, in Shanghai, China. He lived in and around Shanghai and Hong Kong until 1941 when Japan invaded Hong Kong. At that time, Peter was 16 years old and separated from his parents…

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New brake fluid tester from K Tool
October 17, 2018 by Adam Malik

K Tool International has introduced a new brake fluid tester. Part No. KTI70120 provides the reliable information that technicians need when working on various types of vehicles. It collaborates with DOT 4 and Dot 5.1 and is able to test…

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Kitchener shop is Ontario Autopro of the Year
October 16, 2018 by Allan Janssen

Jerry Zister’s Autopro takes honours at this year’s Autopro Convention, held in Collingwood, Ontario