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Can’t Sell Your Cybertruck: Tesla could have a ‘no resale’ policy for first year of ownership

Toronto, Ontario — Tesla’s electric pickup will be subject to a “no resale” policy, according to recent reports and sightings in recent buyers’ agreements. According to Tesla terms and conditions–spotted by recent purchasers of Model 3 and Model Y vehicles–Tesla Cybertruck buyers will not be allowed to sell their vehicles for up to a year […]

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TRAINING NEWS

GEORGIAN COLLEGE GETS SUPERCHARGED Georgian College has been making strides to equip its students with the skills needed for tomorrow’s auto industry, and a recent half-million- dollar investment from OVIN’s Regional Future Workforce Program will surely provide a leg-up. This $500,000 grant from the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) will introduce immersive learning opportunities that […]

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INDUSTRY NEWS

BURWELL BOOST Burwell Autobody in London, Ontario, made history as the first collision repair centre in North America to secure approval from VinFast into its certified collision repair network. The shop’s parent company, AutoCanada, announced the news via LinkedIn last week, noting the significant accomplishment of Burwell Autobody becoming the first repair centre in North […]

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THREE CHEERS FOR THE EV REPAIR TOUR

EMPOWERING THE SUCCESS OF AN ELECTRIC FUTURE BY DARRYL SIMMONS I am thrilled to share the incredible success of the EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network. For those who missed it, the 2023 EV Repair Tour was a collision repair education and information series that took our industry by storm. As the publisher of […]

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EV/AV Report: EV’s come packaged; while self-driving cars see in the dark

Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, Luvly describes how its EV models come flat-pack delivered; and BMW announces that legal self-driving will arrive in 7 Series vehicles in 2024. DIY driving An early-stage Swedish automotive company called Luvly reveals its Ikea-esque approach to automotive production through the development of the […]

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By the Numbers: Nearly half of EV repair cost dedicated to labour, says Mitchell’s latest Plugged In: Collision Insights report

Toronto, Ontario — In the average electric vehicle (EV) repair, almost half of the total repair cost is devoted to labour, compared to the average internal combustion engine (ICE) repair, according to Mitchell International’s most recent Plugged In: Collision Insights report. In Mitchell’s Q3 2023 data, EV repairs trended heavier in terms of labour, with […]

EV/AV Report: Electric vehicles build for the future; while self-driving cars dismantle court claims

Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, Linamar announces its plans to supply the EV industry from a new Ontario giga-casting plant; and Tesla avoids legal action in a recent California jury vote. Giga-casting with gusto In an announcement made on Wednesday, Linamar declared its plans to develop a giga-casting plant […]

Flowing Into the Future: FLO helps develop a program to educate and certify EV charging station technicians

Quebec City, Quebec — Electric vehicle charging company, FLO, has helped to develop a program to educate and certify future EV charging station technicians. Experts from FLO, as supported by SAE International (formerly named the Society of Automotive Engineers) have contributed in building an Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Technician Certification program. The program will […]

Building a Bio-Base: AkzoNobel uses canola and pine rosin to create first bio-based interior coating for Kia Motors

Toronto, Ontario — According to a recent press release, Kia Motors is using bio-based paint supplied by AkzoNobel for the inside of its new EV9 electric SUV. This partnership marks the first time the vehicle manufacturer has specified an interior-based bio coating. AkzoNobel has used two kinds of bio-rosin to create the product—one extracted from […]

Faulty Signalling: Tesla recalls over 54,000 Model X EVs

Toronto, Ontario — According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a problem has been identified with Tesla’s Model X, resulting in a recall of approximately 54, 676 vehicles so far.  The problem is specifically the result of the vehicle’s controller, which does not detect low brake fluid levels, and consequently, does not show […]

Going With the Flow: Telus and FLO partner to expand connectivity across North America

Quebec City, Quebec — On October 31st, Telus and FLO—a leading North American electric vehicle charging network operator and smart charging solution provider—announced an agreement to bring Telus’ connection to FLO chargers.  FLO currently has 1.5 million charging sessions coast-to-coast. Telus aims to support this network by aiding in the development of critical infrastructure for […]

Exploring the Open Road: OpenRoad Auto Group’s campaign furthers EV education in Canada

Victoria, British Columbia – OpenRoad Auto Group, British Columbia’s largest automotive dealer group, has launched a new campaign that aims to create a “hub” where car shoppers can learn more about electric vehicles.  The “Electrified” campaign, launched in conjunction with Zero Emissions Day in September, will include details about chargers, EV rebates, video reviews, an […]

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