Industry News

Updated: May 29, 2019

In this section we have gathered some of the most popular information sources, such as trade journals, magazines, blogs, and association websites. Industry information is always changing. For the latest news, current issues and popular opinions, try following one or more of these sources. In addition, interacting with the websites that provide this information through commenting and asking questions may also provide you with more information.

Associations 

Trade associations often publish free industry newsletters that are excellent sources of information for your business plan. Such newsletters often have articles that cover in-depth topics on business management, manufacturing practices, how-tos, and current industry news.

Automotive Industries Association Of Canada | The voice and the resources of for the automotive aftermarket industry in Canada. Supports industry advocacy, compliance, standards and education about best practice. AIA also manage the following institutions:

Automotive Retailers Association | BC specific organisation representing businesses across the automotive industries, their Collision Repair Division “represents the interest of auto body shop businesses”. They are publishers of the following magazine:

National Automotive Trades Association | An “association of associations” representing the Canadian automotive industry at a national level.

 

Magazines & Trade Journals

Trade journals (often called magazines or trade publications) can be very useful in helping you find current articles relating to business research. Contact your local research library to determine which trade journal subscriptions they have. There are also free trade publications that you can access online. 

Collision Repair Mag | Published six times per year, free digital subscription and paid print subscription available. 

Bodyworx | Published four times per year, free digital subscription and paid print subscription available. 

Automotive News Canada | A more general automotive industry magazine, published 12 times per year, print and digital.  

 

Consultant Websites

MarketWatch - Industry Analyzer | The Industries section contains current data on Dow Jones Industry Sectors. Aggregate data as well as company-specific data is available.

Firsthand | A free source of industry information. Use the Industry Profiles to research growing industries and best industries by major, and Company Rankings and Profiles to find news, company information, and industry-specific sample professions. Basic monthly membership is free and offers access to blogs, discussion forums, and job listings.

PwC Canada



Global consultancy firm who produce reports on the state of the automotive industry.

 

As with all sources, news articles and blogs should be carefully evaluated. For information on how to evaluate your information, watch video tutorial Module Five: Using Information Responsibly.