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ICBC to Streamline Towing Services by Eliminating Tow Bid Process Effective July 22, 2024 Beginning July 22, 2024, ICBC will be eliminating the tow bid process for towing suppliers. This change aims to standardize and streamline processes, ensuring minimal delays for our customers. Current Process: In some instances, ICBC requests bids from several tow companies
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Effective July 1st, 2024, ICBC will be updating the CL332 to reflect the latest rate increase. ICBC will be applying an across-the-board rate increase of 3% for towing and storage rates across the province. The increase is part of its previous 3-year deal with industry and is based on the BC Consumer Price Index. While
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The ARA is pleased to announce new changes to the RSBC ILO program. These changes follow last months announcements to the ILO rate categories .We continue to represent our members and work with Government toward a completely revised ILO program. On June 1, 2024, RoadSafetyBC will implement two procedural changes to improve the Impound Lot
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Last fall, a newly formed ARA committee consisting of representatives from the recycling and collision divisions was formed to improve communication between the two industries while seeking solutions to ongoing recycled parts procurement issues. by Ken Hendricks Previous iterations of the BCAR/CRD liaison have come and gone before. While past committees have always been productive
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Improve buyers’ experience through better online listings and efficient communication. by Ron Van Raamsdonk, Car-Part.com At Car-Part.com, we work with thousands of recyclers and shops. We see a lot of what works and what doesn’t. Car-Part and ICBC are working together to increase the use of recycled parts in British Columbia by sourcing parts with Mitchell
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How to make your workplace work for everyone. by Andrea Jacques, Kyosei Consulting Inc. Navigating today’s work environment, especially in trades like automotive repair, brings a unique set of challenges and opportunities. With women representing a mere 1% of employees in skilled trade positions, and a hefty portion of the workforce heading towards retirement, it’s
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The ARA and RoadSafetyBC Spearhead Progressive Updates in Vehicle Impoundment The ARA is pleased to announce a significant update to the Lien on Impounded Motor Vehicle Regulation (Lien Regulation) in collaboration with RoadSafetyBC. We are proud to share that this development is a culmination of our years-long partnership with RoadSafetyBC, working to implement much-needed improvements
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2023 was a landmark year for the ARA, marked by significant achievements, successful initiatives, and strengthened partnerships that have laid the foundation for more growth and success for the automotive industry in British Columbia. The ARA remains dedicated to supporting and elevating the success of automotive entrepreneurs and professionals, and to creating an environment where
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Explore the road to profitability and return on investment in this highly competitive industry. by Murray Voth, RPM Training Let’s start this conversation by asking a few questions. How many owners of independent automotive service facilities will have made enough money to retire by the time they are 65 years of age? How many shop
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The ARA mourns the loss of its former president and a powerful industry advocate, Stanley Richardson. Cover photo courtesy of Michele Richardson Stan was born September 8, 1938, in Vancouver, B.C., and he passed away peacefully at the age of 85 on December 20, 2023. He is lovingly survived by his wife of 63 years,
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