Going with the Flow: IIHS report shows adaptive cruise control can lead to speeding
Toronto, Ontario — A new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) seems to suggest that our cars may be as susceptible to peer pressure as their owners, when it comes to their vehicle’s adaptive cruise control (ACC). The IIHS has reported that drivers who make use of ACC in their vehicles may […]
Tuesday Ticker: May 4, 2021
Toronto, Ontario — In this week’s Tuesday Ticker, Volkswagen’s head honcho says the automaker will make its own chips for self-driving vehicles; gig-related stocks suffer following a Biden administration representative interview and Boyd Group Services marks a date for its Q1 financial results reveal. Homemade chips Volkswagen won’t be relying on an outside company for […]
Token of Trust: CAA named most trusted brand in Canada by Gustavson Brand Trust Index
Toronto, Ontario — The Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) has been named the most trusted brand in Canada for the second year in a row in the annual Gustavson Brand Trust Index, released on May 3, 2021. CAA has been rated one of Canada’s top two most trusted brands in the index for five years running. […]
Storm Watch: IBC kicks off Emergency Preparedness Week with Top 10 Tips to protect you and your property from severe weather
Toronto, Ontario — Severe weather is on the rise across Canada, all while the nation grapples with the pandemic. That’s why the Insurance Bureau of Canada is cautioning Canadians to plan ahead and be prepared. “Climate change is already causing more frequent and severe weather events across Canada,” said Craig Stewart, vice president of federal […]
Klein on Claims: SGI introduces new position to improve communication between the company and the auto repair industry
Toronto, Ontario — On May 3, Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) introduced a new position—Claims Industry Partner Representative—to help improve communication between SGI and the auto repair industry. Over the past year, repair shop partners have shared concerns with some of SGI’s processes, including not always having the ability to receive timely responses from them. “You’ve […]
