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Kirmac Collision & Autoglass Acquires Bannister Automotive Group Collision Repair Centers

May 1, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor Leave a Comment

Kirmac Collision & Autoglass has acquired Bannister Automotive Group’s collision centers in Kelowna, Vernon, Kamloops, and Chilliwack in British Columbia, Canada. The transaction was completed today, with Kirmac assuming operational control of these locations effective immediately. This acquisition expands Kirmac’s presence into the Thompson-Okanagan region of British Columbia, increasing its total operations to 27 locations […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, British Columbia, Canada, Kirmac Collision & Autoglass

Kirmac Automotive Opens Its Largest Facility in Langley, British Columbia

February 5, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Kirmac Automotive announced the opening of its newest and largest location in Langley, British Columbia, Canada. The brownfield expansion has seen the building undergo a renovation to transform it into a state-of-the-art collision repair facility. The facility houses Kirmac’s three brands: Kirmac Collision & Autoglass, Reborn Autobody (specializing in luxury vehicles), and its newest division, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: British Columbia, Canada, Kirmac Collision & Autoglass, Openings

Lift Group Acquires Azorcan Collision Center

January 28, 2025 By CollisionWeek Editor

Lift Auto Group, part of the CSN Collision network, announced the acquisition of Azorcan Collision Center in Terrace, BC, Canada. The facility will operate as CSN Azorcan. Former owner, Mike Praticante, started at the shop in 1988, sweeping floors. Following completion of his certifications, Mike spent the next 18 years working as a technician before […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, British Columbia, Canada, CSN Collision, Lift Auto Group

Meyer Distributing Opens New Location in Abbotsford, British Columbia

August 9, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Meyer Distributing has opened a new Canadian location in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada The cross-dock will have a direct feed from Meyer’s Hermiston, Oregon, distribution hub, which houses an inventory of crash and collision, 4×4 and off-road, RV and trailer parts and products. “The Abbotsford, British Columbia, dock is an exciting expansion for Meyer,” said […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: British Columbia, Canada, Meyer Distributing, Openings

UniParts OEM Adds Coast Chrysler to Dealership Network in North Vancouver, British Columbia

August 8, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

UniParts OEM announced the addition of Coast Chrysler in North Vancouver, B.C., Canada to its network. “We are thrilled to welcome Coast Chrysler to our network,” said Jason Whitbread, Territory Manager at UniParts OEM “Their reputation for excellence and customer satisfaction makes them an ideal partner as we continue to expand our reach and service […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: British Columbia, Canada, Network Affiliations, OEM Parts, Uniparts OEM Canada

Kirmac Collision & Autoglass Acquires Repair Center in Abbotsford, B.C.

January 3, 2024 By CollisionWeek Editor

Kirmac Collision & Autoglass announced its acquisition of Automall Autobody in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada.  The acquisition is Kirmac’s 17th location in the Metro Vancouver market. This strategic move marks Kirmac’s entry into the City of Abbotsford, a growing community located one hour from Downtown Vancouver.  The location is conveniently located inside the Fraser Valley […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, British Columbia, Canada, Kirmac Collision & Autoglass

Lift Auto Group Acquires New Collision Repair Center in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia

November 27, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

The Lift Auto Group announced the acquisition of the newly named CSN Port Coquitlam, the former Boyd Port Coquitlam and looks forward to continuing the success of the shop’s former owner, Bill Thomson. Previous owner Thomson who is enjoying an extended vacation and early retirement after spending 41 years in collision repair While the collision […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, British Columbia, CSN Collision Centres, Lift Auto Group

Lift Auto Group Acquires Collision Repair Center in British Columbia

September 21, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

CSN Northline in Smithers, British Columbia, Canada, has been acquired by the Lift Auto Group. Previous owner, Dave Onderwater, with his 30 years of ownership and operational experience, will be continuing as the main painter in the shop. His involvement will play a crucial role in maintaining the high-quality standards that have been synonymous with […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, British Columbia, Canada, CSN Collision Centres, Lift Auto Group

Lift Auto Group Acquires Collision Repair Center in Burnaby, British Columbia

May 18, 2023 By CollisionWeek Editor

Lift Auto Group announced the acquisition of B&M Auto-Craft Collision formerly owned by brothers-in-law Tony Murazzo and Antonio Beninteso. The facility, located in Burnaby, B.C., now joins the CSN Collision network and will operate as CSN BM Collision. “Lift is a great company. I had the opportunity to chat with them and they’re so professional […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, British Columbia, Canada, CSN Collision Centres, Lift Auto Group

Lift Auto Group Acquires 5 Collision Repair Centers in British Columbia

July 8, 2022 By CollisionWeek Editor

Lift now operates 29 locations. Lift Auto Group continues its expansion in the Canadian collision repair industry following its most recent acquisition of Abougoush Collision, with five collision repair shops located throughout the British Columbia (BC) Interior. Previously owned by Methal Abougoush, Abougoush Collision was a very successful and long-standing licensee that conducted business as […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, British Columbia, Canada, CSN Collision Centres, Lift Auto Group

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