Uni-Select Inc. (TSE:UNS) announced that, effective June 1, Uni-Select Canada Inc. has joined the Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc., the global network of independent automotive warehouse distributors. “We are glad to join the Alliance as we are both driven by entrepreneurial spirit and have a strong commitment to the aftermarket,” said Brent Windom, President and […]
Ryan Bruno Appointed President and CEO of CSN Collision Centres
CSN Collision Centres, announced the role of President & CEO now belongs to Ryan Bruno. After joining CSN two years ago as the company’s Chief Financial Officer, Bruno will now lead the Canada-based collision repair network. Since 2018 Ryan has been responsible for CSN’s financial and strategic direction, an area of expertise he cultivated from […]
Jason Best Named Senior VP of Sales for Canada at Uni-Select
Uni-Select Inc. announced that Jason Best has joined the leadership team of Uni-Select’s Canadian Automotive Group as Senior Vice President, Sales, Canada, effective April 13. “We’re pleased to welcome such a seasoned sales leader to our team. Jason spent his entire career in the automotive aftermarket and he brings a solid track record to lead […]
AIA Canada Reports Government of Ontario Designates Businesses in the Aftermarket Supply Chain Essential Workplaces
On Monday, March 23, the Government of Ontario announced that there would be a full shutdown of non-essential businesses starting midnight Tuesday, March 24 in response to COVID-19. The shutdown will be in effect for fourteen days, with the possibility of extension. Businesses throughout the aftermarket supply chain have been designated by the Government of […]
Business Groups Applaud Senate Passage of USMCA
Automotive and general business groups are applauding the passage of the the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) that was negotiated in 2018 to replace the existing North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). In a rare display of bi-partisanship in the face of the impeachment trial of President Trump, the Senate voted 89-10 yesterday in support of the […]
Porsche Cars Canada Selects DB Schenker to Operate New Parts Distribution Center
Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd., has selected DB Schenker Canada to operate its new parts distribution center in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Expected to ship about 282,000 orders during its first year in operation, the new facility joins two other DB Schenker-Porsche parts distribution centers that are already operating in China and Korea “The faster we can […]
Boyd Group Adds Collision Repair Centers in Michigan and British Columbia
The Boyd Group announced the acquisition of two collision repair centers in separate transactions in the U.S. and Canada. Boyd announced the acquisition of a collision repair center in Utica, Mich. The new Gerber Collision & Glass location previously operated as Macomb Collision Tire & Service, operating under the same ownership for 44 years. Utica […]
Fix Auto Canada Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in Alberta
Fix Auto Canada announced the addition of Fix Auto Fort McMurray to its network. Owner John Soleas has been in the automotive industry for as long as he can remember and has owned his shop since 2012. “My father and both brothers are also in the industry, so I’ve been around cars my entire life,” […]
Boyd Group Acquires Collision Repair Center in Kingston, Ontario
The Boyd Group Inc. announced the acquisition of a collision repair center in Kingston, Ont., Canada. The new Assured Automotive brand location previously operated as Limestone Auto Body. Kingston, nicknamed the “Limestone City” because of many heritage structures built using local limestone, is located about 260 km east of Toronto and 200 km southwest of […]
Fix Auto Canada Adds Collision Repair Center to Network in Ontario
Fix Auto Canada announced the addition of Fix Auto Scarborough Village, in Scarborough, Ontario to its collision repair facility network. Nazir Chaudhry, owner of the Fix Auto collision repair center, has been in the automotive industry for 11 years and is always looking for opportunities to grow his business. “I’m excited to have our team […]