Modern vehicles are more high-tech—and more disposable. With collision repair costs soaring and insurance write-offs becoming the norm, the economics of fixing a car have changed drastically.

Stuart Klein from AIA Canada breaks down why today’s vehicles are harder (and costlier) to repair than ever before. Learn how lightweight materials, advanced safety systems, and skyrocketing part costs are pushing insurers to write off more cars, even for minor damage. Stuart also explains the growing skills shortage in the repair industry, what it means for timelines, and how you can make smarter decisions as a car owner.

Discover why your old fender-bender might now mean a total loss—and what’s next for repair shops trying to keep up.

GUEST:
Stuart Klein

Originally aired on 2025-11-18

Modern vehicles are more high-tech&mdash;and more disposable. With collision repair costs soaring and insurance write-offs becoming the norm, the economics of fixing a car have changed drastically.
Stuart Klein from AIA Canada breaks down why today&rsquo;s vehicles are harder (and costlier) to repair than ever before. Learn how lightweight materials, advanced safety systems, and skyrocketing part costs are pushing insurers to write off more cars, even for minor damage. Stuart also explains the growing skills shortage in the repair industry, what it means for timelines, and how you can make smarter decisions as a car owner.
Discover why your old fender-bender might now mean a total loss&mdash;and what&rsquo;s next for repair shops trying to keep up.
GUEST: Stuart Klein
Originally aired on&nbsp;2025-11-18

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Shane Hewitt &amp; The Nightshift is your late-night companion for real talk, bold ideas, and unfiltered conversations that matter. Hosted by Canadian radio veteran Shane Hewitt, each episode dives into the headlines, human stories, and hidden truths shaping our world&mdash;always with curiosity, compassion, and a sharp edge.
From politics and pop culture to mental health, technology, and everyday life, this podcast is where night owls, deep thinkers, and curious minds come to connect. Featuring expert guests, passionate callers, and Shane&rsquo;s signature style&mdash;thoughtful, fearless, and refreshingly real.
If you crave meaningful dialogue, smart perspectives, and late-night radio energy in podcast form, subscribe now and join The Nightshift.

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