-- More than 40 key CARSTAR shop owners and managers, alongside leading vendor and supplier partners, gathered in Whistler, B.C., for the latest edition of the Restore the Star meeting — a high-altitude strategy session designed to sharpen shop performance and strengthen the network’s competitive edge. Tuesday’s sessions centred around profitability, with attendees diving deep into financial data, margin trends and actionable ways to boost bottom-line performance. Open-floor conversations explored major industry shifts including AI integration, global tariffs, and the evolving expectations around shop certifications and compliance. “Restore the Star is more than just a meeting,” added Foster. “It’s where leaders come to build the future — together.”The next iteration of the Restore the Star series is already in the works, promising to build on the momentum sparked in Whistler.