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Marc-André Roy 11 December 2024

History of the Automobile The Origins of Autonomous Movement

Did you know that the word "automobile" is a fascinating blend of Greek and Latin? It first appeared in the French language in 1866 as an adjective and in 1873 as a noun. This hybrid term combines "auto-" (from ancient Greek, meaning "self") and "mobile" (from Latin, meaning "that moves"). Together, they literally form "that which moves by itself" — a perfect definition for this invention that would revolutionize the way we travel.

Marc-André Roy 11 December 2024

History of the Automobile The Origins of Autonomous Movement

Safety First : A Shared Responsibility

It is worth remembering from time to time just how much responsibility mechanics and technicians in our workshops carry to ensure the safety of their clients and passengers.

Antoine Janisse 10 December 2024

Jean Duchesneau : A Significant Leadership Transition at SOGHU

After nearly two decades of service with the Société de gestion des huiles usagées (SOGHU), Jean Duchesneau has officially passed the torch to his successor, Jean-François Richard. A key figure in the foundation and growth of SOGHU, Duchesneau reflects on the highlights of his career, the challenges he faced, and the pride he takes in building an organization that stands as a national leader.

Philippe Coquin 10 December 2024

Jean Duchesneau : A Significant Leadership Transition at SOGHU

Carquest Repentigny Passion Driven Service for Customers

Mr. Poirier emphasizes the importance of quality service: “A call to Carquest Repentigny is like making five calls at once! We have great autonomy in ordering our parts, and our service is focused on ultra-fast delivery times. Our goal is for you to leave with the right part on your first visit.” Carquest Repentigny also offers a range of free services to make life easier for its customers, including battery recycling, paint mixing, spray can preparation, and much more.

Piero Facchin 09 December 2024