EV/AV Report: Zero emission legislation, power cuts and donuts
Toronto, Ontario — The European Union approves the 2035 phase out of CO2-emitting cars, a new NHTSA recall after 637 Lucid Airs lose power to their motors and a self-driving car collides into a car doing donuts at 1 a.m. This is the latest in electric and autonomous vehicles. Stamp of Approval The European Union […]
Stress Tests: How Transport Canada evaluates crash prevention systems
Toronto, Ontario — Faceless mannequins, running red lights and jotting notes in the passenger seat: just another day of testing collision prevention systems at Transport Canada. A recent video on the department’s YouTube channel showcases some of these behind-the-scenes evaluations of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and collision prevention technologies at Transport Canada’s Motor Vehicle […]
A Just Adjustment: Sask. labour rates to increase 3 percent on Saturday, SGI says
Regina, Saskatchewan — Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) will be updating compensation rates for all its accredited auto repair partners, increasing the labour rate by 3 percent from $92.68 to $95.46, effective Saturday. This increase will be reflected on all shop profiles on April 1, potentially resulting in system disruptions for repair shops according to SGI. […]
Balancing New Brunswick: Drivers note massive gaps in insurance quotes for same driver profiles
Moncton, New Brunswick – A recent inquiry into a controversial graph by a politician criticizing high automotive insurance rates in Alberta has unveiled the possibility of significant variance in insurance rates for drivers in New Brunswick, potentially varying as high as $5,300. Specifically, these difference came from a CBC News inquiry for a 24-year-old driver […]
Mission Accomplished: Halton, Peel police and CBSA recover 24 stolen vehicles in Morocco
Oakville, Ontario — Halton and Peel police, alongside the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), have recovered 24 stolen vehicles, following a month-long investigation that intercepted stolen vehicles bound for Dubai. According to a press release from the Halton Regional Police, these vehicles are valued at a total of approximately $2.1 million. Many were stolen in […]
Human Factor: Cox Automotive lays off 80 employees amid Edmonton withdrawal
Edmonton, Alberta — Cox Automotive is cutting loose 80 employees in Canada as it closes its Manheim auction operation, saying that the local wholesale market meant that the business no longer fit Cox’s growth plans for the future. “It’s never easy when we make these decisions. Unfortunately, Edmonton is not going to be a part […]
EV/AV Report: EV concerns, battery reparability and entangled AVs
Toronto, Ontario — Data from the largest-ever survey of Canadian EV drivers is released, American collision repairers respond to claims that Tesla Model Y battery packs might be unrepairable and autonomous taxis tangle themselves in collapsed train powerlines. This is the latest in electric and autonomous vehicles. Ever Worried A Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) survey […]
Marketing Headstart: AAPEX accepting webinar pitches for June to October
Nevada, United States — Have a pitch for your automotive colleagues? AAPEX is now accepting pre-event webinars proposals, themed around the future of the automotive aftermarket. According to an AAPEX press release, these will be hour-long webinars scheduled in June, July, September and October in the lead-up to AAPEX 2023, scheduled between Oct. 31 to […]
Windows and Brakes: Ford and Mercedes-Benz caught in latest Transport Canada recall wave
Toronto, Ontario – A new Transport Canada recall warns of braking issues across several models of Ford vehicles, along with window trims falling off Mercedes-Benz GLE and GLS Class vehicles. Under recall number 2023151, Transport Canada reports the possibility of improperly attached window trim on 2022 to 2023 GLE and GLS rear doors, which may […]
Midday Munchies: Squirrels eat engine covers and wiring harnesses in London, Ont.
Photo by Anna Chamberlain/CBC London, Ontario — Several car owners in London, Ont. have discovered holes in their vehicle hoods, thanks to a gang of squirrels deciding that vehicle components were the nutrient-rich superfood of their generation. In an interview with the CBC, Anna Chamberlain, a London. Ont resident explained that she and two other […]
