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Technology

EV/AV Report: September 20, 2021

Toronto, Ontario – In this week’s electric and autonomous vehicle report, KIA reveals the pricing of the 2022 Sorento Turbo PHEV, GM tells Bolt owners to keep their distance and Whitby, Ont. makes a splash in the world of autonomous transit. Last, but not least KIA has announced pricing for the recently unveiled 2022 Sorento […]

September 17, 2021

EV

Babysit Your Bolts: GM recommends repairers park Chevrolet Bolt models outdoors if not supervised

Toronto, Ontario — Hot tip for any Chevy Bolt owners out there who are unsure what to do with their car while the recall is being figured out—don’t leave it unattended in your garage unless you’re planning on shopping for a new house as well. This message comes straight from General Motors as they advise […]

September 3, 2021

Technology

Linking Up: GM and TELUS partner to integrate 5G into new vehicles by 2025

Toronto, Ontario — General Motors and TELUS are looking to lead the charge on connecting vehicles to the web with the two companies announcing that they have partnered to integrate TELUS 5G internet into next-generation GM vehicles. “Connectivity is already transforming the ownership experience for our drivers, and that trend will accelerate with our next-generation […]

September 1, 2021

Technology

EV/AV Report: August 30, 2021

Toronto, Ontario — In this week’s electric and autonomous vehicle report, Hyundai announced the “Hydrogen Wave” global forum, General Motors is shifting its EV focus toward the Ultium battery platform and Waymo is scaling back it’s third-party lidar sales. A Changing Tide Hyundai Motor Group is looking to make a splash in the alternative energy […]

August 27, 2021

Collision Repair

Ultimate Ultium: GM to incorporate wireless system to increase range of Ultium batteries

Toronto, Ontario — General Motors has big plans for its Ultium batteries. The automaker said once it’s Ultium battery/electric powered-motor is unveiled, it will have a range of 724 kilometres.  The battery’s impressive range can be attributed to the fact that the automaker was able to reduce the weight of the battery by 25 percent, […]

July 30, 2021

Collision Repair

Another One: GM issues second recall for 2017-2019 Chevrolet Bolt EVs due to fire risks

Toronto, Ontario — General Motors (GM) is issuing a second recall for 2017-2019 Chevrolet Bolt EVs due to fire risks.  In November 2020 the Bolt EVs were recalled for fire risks. However, this second recall comes after two Bolts caught fire, after being reported as fixed following the first recall.  The automaker, alongside battery maker LG […]

July 23, 2021

EV

Low Battery: Microchip shortage puts EV production on hold

Toronto, Ontario — The electric vehicle (EV) industry says that the microchip shortage could cause manufacturing delays that extend for up to a year. The microchip shortage has impacted companies like Ford and General Motors so much that the automakers are both expecting to lose roughly $2 billion in profits. Elon Musk says that Tesla […]

July 15, 2021

Awards Ceremonies

GM and Toyota Takeover: Vincentric announces 2021 Best Fleet Value in Canada Awards, Toyota and GM clean-up

Toronto, Ontario — The 10th annual Vincentric Best Fleet Value in Canada Awards were announced today, with Toyota and General Motors winning five awards each.  Toyota earned accolades across the Passenger Car, SUV & Crossover, and Van categories, while GM showed strength in the Truck category. The fleet groups from Ford, Stellantis, and Volvo were […]

July 15, 2021

Collision Repair

Expediting Inspections: GM announces cut-back on post-crash inspection requirements

Toronto, Ontario — General Motors announced Tuesday it will be cutting back on post-crash inspection requirements, but that the changes will in no way compromise driver safety. The automaker announced the changes in a webinar with GM collision manager John Eck, who said that most post-crash inspections are actually unnecessary, except in “any collision that […]

July 14, 2021

Collision Repair

Trimming Down: 2021 Escalade revamps body for higher-strength steel and lighter weight

Toronto, Ontario — Collision repairers and rappers alike will be excited to hear that the  2021 Cadillac Escalade will be undergoing a body revamp to integrate higher strength material into the new model’s structure, General Motors announced in May. GM lead upper structure engineer Jeff McCormick told the virtual 2021 Great Designs in Steel on […]

July 8, 2021

Collision Repair

Lights Out: GM recalls more than 300,000 vehicles for faulty airbag warning lights

Detroit, Michigan — General Motors has just recalled over 301,000 vehicles because of faulty airbag warning lights. According to GM, the airbag warning lights in 10 of their new models do not always turn off and fail to warn drivers if the airbags fail. The warning light stays on because the communications getaway module doesn’t […]

June 28, 2021

Collision Repair

Hot Button Issue: GM to build certain models without start-stop feature due to microchip shortage

Detroit, Michigan — Due to the global microchip shortage, General Motors (GM) has decided to build some 2021 full size pickups and SUVs without the feature that turns off the engine when the vehicle is stopped at an intersection. The semiconductor chip shortage has greatly impacted the auto manufacturer, so instead of halting production altogether, […]

June 11, 2021