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Government of Canada chips in for electric vehicle roadshow

Government of Canada chips in for electric vehicle roadshow

The Government of Canada has announced that it is investing $100,000 in a travelling electric vehicle (EV) discovery and awareness building program. The Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, announced the funding to Plug'n Drive, a...

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Aftermarket recovery continues, COVID concerns up

Aftermarket businesses continue to bounce back from the effects of the economic shutdowns, but still harbour concerns over future effects, says the latest COVID-19 business impact survey by the Automotive Industries Association of Canada. Overall, the outlook for...

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NAPA XPO Sale virtual event a resounding success

NAPA XPO Sale virtual event a resounding success

The 2020 edition of the NAPA XPO Sale, which took place virtually from August 31 to October 9, 2020, was a resounding success. This year’s promotion theme, “On the Road to Rewards,” was very popular with automotive service providers in Quebec and the Atlantic. More...

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SEMA picks a Battle of the Builders winner

SEMA picks a Battle of the Builders winner

 The SEMA Battle of the Builders concluded Friday, Nov. 6, during SEMA360, where Brady Ranweiler was named the winner of the annual competition. As per competition rules, the Top 12 finalists performed the judging duties and rated their peers on the quality of their...

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SEMA360 events on tap for Friday, Nov. 6

SEMA360 events on tap for Friday, Nov. 6

SEMA360, the virtual event for the specialty equipment aftermarket, continues Friday, November 6 with a host of educational seminars and award announcements. In addition to a full day of business at the Manufacturers Showcases from 9am-5pm PST, the final day of SEMA...

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Virtual AAPEX Experience: Coming up on Thurs., Nov 5th

Virtual AAPEX Experience: Coming up on Thurs., Nov 5th

Running from November 3rd to 5th, The Virtual AAPEX Experience features instructor- and exhibitor-led training, product and equipment demos from industry suppliers, the New Product Showcase, and opportunities to connect one-on-one with exhibitors to talk products and...

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The Virtual AAPEX Experience: What’s on for Wed. Nov. 4

The Virtual AAPEX Experience: What’s on for Wed. Nov. 4

Running from November 3rd to 5th, The Virtual AAPEX Experience features instructor- and exhibitor-led training, product and equipment demos from industry suppliers, the New Product Showcase, and opportunities to connect one-on-one with exhibitors to talk products and...

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Outlook Study forecast e-commerce to hit $4.9B in 2020

Outlook Study forecast e-commerce to hit $4.9B in 2020

In the AIA Canada's latest Outlook Study ---“Outlook 2020: A Resilient Industry" -- authors highlight e-commerce growth as one of the largest shifts in the aftermarket through the pandemic. The Automotive Industries Association of Canada, working with Ernst &...

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Virtual AAPEX Experience: Tuesday, Nov. 3 Schedule

Virtual AAPEX Experience: Tuesday, Nov. 3 Schedule

Running from November 3rd to 5th, The Virtual AAPEX Experience will serve as the hub of training, insights and connections for the more than $1 trillion global automotive aftermarket industry. It will feature instructor- and exhibitor-led training, product and...

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