General News Articles

Mevotech releases industry-firsts, innovations in December

Mevotech, a North American market leader in the engineering, design and manufacture of aftermarket undercar replacement parts, announced the addition of 138 new part numbers in December. Mevotech is known for innovative and patented steering, suspension and wheel end...

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Aftermarket facing labour shortage, competition: Report

The just released Labour Market Research Report from the AIA Canada puts hard data to what many in Canada’s automotive aftermarket already know: this industry is challenged to attract new talent, particularly at the technician level, and it’s also losing...

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When did you have your vehicle lifts inspected?

When did you have your vehicle lifts inspected?

All vehicle lifts should be inspected at least annually by a qualified lift inspector to ensure they are operating properly and are safe for continued use. Automotive Lift Institute (ALI) recently marked the tenth anniversary of the ALI Lift Inspector...

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Elgin adds performance conical valve springs

Elgin Industries, manufacturers of engine and chassis components for the automotive, performance, heavy duty and industrial markets, has introduced premium Elgin PRO-STOCK conical valve springs engineered for General Motors LS Series and Chrysler Hemi performance...

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Attracting women to the skilled trades

Attracting women to the skilled trades

Centennial College in Toronto hosted a Jill of All Trades event this fall to help inspire young women in high school to pursue careers in the skilled trades and technologies. The issue of attracting people from all walks of life into the trades is an ongoing area of...

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Right to Repair takes another step forward

As part of the federal government’s Fall Economic Statement, Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland made note of the government’s commitment to right to repair. In the statement tabled earlier this week, Deputy Minister Freeland announced proposed changes to the...

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