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Stryten Energy acquires C&D Trojan to create a global battery storage powerhouse for automotive and industrial markets
The transaction consolidates 15 U.S. manufacturing plants and significantly expands the battery portfolio for hybrid vehicles, industrial equipment and critical

SATA Canada unveils its North American strategy for the jetstream — the first robotic spray gun on the market
Developed in partnership with CurveRobot, the jetstream system opens a new era of automation in collision repair shops. SATA Canada

SCRS launches an ADAS division and governing council — calibration becomes a standalone specialty
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists officially structures ADAS calibration as an autonomous professional discipline across North America. The Society

Giti Tire accelerates its North American strategy: Giti brand launch in the U.S. and sustained investment at Richburg
CEO Phang Wai Yeen calls 2026 “a pivotal year” — the world’s fastest-growing tire brand bets on American manufacturing and

EU imposes anti-dumping duties up to 45.3% on Chinese tires — a development Canada should watch closely
Effective July 8, 2026, the tariffs protect the European market from unfair Chinese competition and could redirect trade flows toward

Groupe Monaco adds Shop-Guru dashboard to its ASX and VIPSTOP network benefits to boost member shop performance
The specialized management platform becomes an exclusive advantage for participating shops — a practical tool for measuring, benchmarking, and improving

AAPEX 2026 Spices Up the Auto Aftermarket with Celebrity Appearances
Press release : AAPEX Stars familiar with fans of the NWSL, NBA, NASCAR, MLB, NFL, and Hollywood, will make public

Nokian Tyres outperforms a soft North American market with strong first-half 2026 results
Despite an estimated 5% decline in North American replacement-tire demand, the Finnish tiremaker grew sales by 5.6% in comparable currencies.

Filling the Gap: SATA jetstream
With SATA Automation announcing its partnership with CurveRobot to distribute the new jetstream — currently introduced in Europe with North

SuperTech Auto Repair Joins NAPA AUTOPRO and NexDrive Network Across British Columbia
Press release : UAP UAP Inc., a leader in the automotive aftermarket industry and home to NAPA AUTOPRO in Canada,

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