Ashley Weber discusses WorldSkills, inspirations and more
By Erin McLaughlin Winnipeg, Manitoba — October 11, 2017 — Bodyworx Professional magazine recently sat down with Ashley Weber for insight on her growth, inspirations and challenges throughout her journey with Skills Canada and WorldSkills. Weber will represent Canada at the WorldSkills Autobody Painting Competition in Abu Dhabi, starting October 15. Bodyworx Professional: How has your experience with Skills […]
Ashley Weber to represent Canada’s car painting sector at WorldSkills
By Tom Davis Winnipeg, Manitoba — October 4, 2017 — Ashley Weber, who works as an autobody technician and car painter at Urban Autobody in Winnipeg, Manitoba, will represent Canada as our car painting competitor at the upcoming WorldSkills event in Abu Dhabi. Weber, who during high school took academic courses along with vocational trade […]
SEMA Student Career Day to focus on job opportunities and industry growth
Diamond Bar, California — September 18, 2017 — This October, SEMA will host the 2nd annual Student Career Day, bringing together students who are passionate about the industry and SEMA show exhibitors. Held on Monday, October 30th, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Westgate Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, during SEMA, the Student […]
Tropicana graduates 2017 Autobody Pre-Apprenticeship class
By Erin McLaughlin Toronto, Ontario — September 10, 2017 — Tropicana Employment Services has recently graduated its 2017 class of pre-apprenticeship autobody repair students. The 16 students who graduated were celebrated for their hard work, dedication and passion, while all attending looked ahead to a promising future. As Imad Bajwa, one of the graduating students put […]
National Pride: In conversation with Vyolaine Dujmovic, Canada’s WorldSkills autobody contender
By Alex Dugas Montreal, Quebec — September 4, 2017 — Originally from Lery, Quebec, Vyolaine Dujmovic has held a strong passion for the automotive industry ever since she was a child. Today, Dujmovic, thanks in part to sponsorship from Fix Auto and AIA Canada, is preparing for the Autobody competition at the 44th WorldSkills event […]
Dent Wizard is currently hiring Repair Techs
St. Louis, Missouri — August 24, 2017 — Are you seeking a new career? Do you know someone who is? Dent Wizard International, and SMART (Small to Medium Area Repair Techniques) repairs, is currently accepting applications for Repair Tech positions open across the United States and Canada. The hiring is an initiative to help the company […]
New issue of Bodyworx Professional hits digital release
Peterborough, Ontario — August 17, 2017 — The latest issue of Bodyworx Professional is now available in digital release! Cheyenne Ruether, one of the stars of TV’s Vegas Rat Rods, takes the cover spot in this issue. We look at her background growing up in Alberta and how she became a working tech before making […]
Collision 360 hosts training session on detailing
North York, Ontario — July 31, 2017 — Collision 360 hosted a special training session on how to maximize quality and efficiency in the detailing department. According to Anthony Iaboni, Owner and Operator of Collision 360, many shops utilize apprentices or general labour to complete detailing and delivery of repaired vehicles, and with the appropriate […]
Pursuing Passion: Nick Irwin found a new career by going outside his comfort zone
By Erin McLaughlin St. Catharines — July 25, 2017 — It’s not often that people have the opportunity to make a fruitful career out of their most loved hobby. Nick Irwin spent a lot of time repairing cars in his backyard while working at a restaurant for income, but eventually grew curious about career alternatives. […]
Inside I-CAR: Introduction to Diagnostics and Scan Tools
By Erin McLaughlin Toronto, Ontario — July 19, 2017 — I-CAR’s Introduction to Diagnostics and Scan Tools is an online one-hour course that examines the importance of scanning and calibration. Cars are more complex than ever before, thanks to increased safety features and advanced electronics. Consequently, scanning and calibration tools have become increasingly vital parts of […]
