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EV Exposure: Netflix and GM tap Will Ferrell for super bowl ad aimed at EV visibility

Toronto, Ontario — American football’s biggest day is this Sunday, and

February 10, 2023

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OE Clarity: ADAS compromised by aftermarket glass, GM position statement says

Toronto, Ontario — General Motors has issued an updated position statement on its standards for aftermarket glass replacements, hammering home the opinion that non-OEM glass could compromise the safety standards of their vehicles. “GM vehicles, safety systems and components are designed, engineered, tested, and validated to protect vehicle occupants based upon both government mandated and […]

February 3, 2023

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‘Tis But a Crack: General Motors issues service bulletin for panel crack in some Cadillac XT6 dealer models

Toronto, Ontario — A service bulletin has been issued by General Motors to address the identification of cracks on the outer body panel of some dealer-owned 2023 Cadillac XT6 models. The bulletin calls for technicians to inspect the area above the left-hand rear window for cracks, which can then be welded shut and painted over. […]

January 6, 2023

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Delivering Dreams: GM raises $313,000 in annual ‘Sharon’s Kids’ toy drive, fundraiser

Oshawa, Ontario — The Durham Children’s Aid Foundation (DCAF) yet again welcomed a convoy of Oshawa-built trucks, stuffed to the brim with gifts and toys, General Motors Oshawa’s “Sharon’s Kids” initiative carries on its more-than-50-year legacy. As part of the overall fundraising effort, GM held a contest among its dealers during which $253,000 from 106 […]

December 22, 2022

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Glaring Error: GM recalls 85,000 Canadian vehicles for DRL glare glitch

Toronto, Ontario — General Motors dealership technicians ought to brush up on their headlight repair procedures, as a recall recently issued by the OEM will see about 85,000 Canadian Buick, Cadillac, GMC and Chevrolet vehicles headed in for a body control module (BCM) software update. The recall, which covers an additional 740,000 vehicles across North […]

December 15, 2022

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Tuesday Ticker: CAMI kicks off electric delivery truck production; Rivian makes first deliveries to B.C. market

Toronto, Ontario ⁠— In this weekly economical report, General Motors starts up EV assembly lines in Ontario; Rivian makes its first Canadian deliveries and promises increased production in Q4 while the Canadian pension fund offloads some electric shares.  Bring on BrightDrop The CAMI Assembly plant in Ingersoll, Ont.⁠—which General Motors spent seven months and more […]

December 5, 2022

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A Brighter Blaze: New paint shades for 2023 Chevrolet Blazer include ‘Radiant Red Tintcoat’

(Photo by GMAuthority) Toronto, Ontario — The 2023 Chevrolet Blazer has had three new paint shades bestowed upon it recently, including one red tint that is truly befitting of the popular midsize crossover’s name. Refinishers, and close observers of General Motors’ recent paint developments, may recognize some similarities between the three new Blazer shades—Radiant Red […]

December 5, 2022

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Corporate Decision: Ford Canada withdrawing from all Canadian auto shows

Toronto, Ontario — Ford Canada will be withdrawing corporate support from all Canadian auto shows in 2023, citing a change in business strategy. “As the auto industry experiences change at a pace never seen before, Ford of Canada is transforming every part of its business,” company spokeswoman Lauren More said in an email to Automotive […]

November 28, 2022

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Tuesday Ticker: Software setbacks for Tesla and promising prospects for GM

Toronto, Ontario — In this week’s auto industry roundup, software troubles with nearly 80,000 models in China are causing Tesla prices to dip further, while General Motors appears to be on the upswing with several new model launches on the way. One Step Forward, One Step Back Tesla’s stock price was dealt yet another blow […]

November 28, 2022

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Outsourced Care: GM dealers repaired more than 11,000 Teslas in 2021

Michigan, United States — General Motors (GM) is proud to announce that its dealerships have added a new service to their portfolio—Tesla repairs. On Nov. 17 during the Detroit automaker’s Investor Day, GM president, Mark Reuss announced to investors that Tesla repairs have become a growing segment of the business, with more than 11,000 Teslas […]

November 25, 2022

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EV/AV Report: Big tests, bigger data

Toronto, Ontario — In today’s EV/AV report, Tesla applies for a Canadian telecoms license, the first Honda CR-V Hybrids roll off Ontarian assembly lines and details for the world’s largest autonomous vehicle (AV) test are announced. This is the latest in electric and autonomous vehicles. Wider Web Tesla has applied for a basic telecoms license […]

November 11, 2022

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Parts Publisher: Upcoming Cadillac CELESTIQ to contain 115 3D printed parts, no added repair challenges

Toronto, Ontario — As Cadillac prepares to take its first all-electric offering to market, the luxury OEM is assuring collision repair shops that the 3D printed parts on the upcoming CELESTIQ will cause no disruption to what it is calling a “truly bespoke experience” for drivers. The brand’s new flagship model, set to enter production […]

November 9, 2022