Tighter Living: Average auto insurance premium in Ontario grows by 12 percent in 2023
Toronto, Ontario — Insurance research firm, Rates.ca has released its list of cities that pay the highest auto insurance premiums in Ontario, with the average estimated premium growing by 12 percent in 2023, compared to 2021. This is the largest increase recorded by the Insuramap survey, with the average estimated premium sitting at $1,744, compared to […]
Anti-pilfer Pouch: Brampton to hand out signal-blocking Faraday bags to curb auto theft rates
Brampton, Ontario — The city of Brampton is taking auto theft prevention into its own hands with the announcement of a three month anti-theft pilot program that will see thousands of Faraday bags distributed to Bramptonian drivers, in the aim of curbing rising auto theft rates. The bags, which are capable of blocking the radio […]
Coal for Christmas: Toronto police arrest two in Project Clone auto theft investigation
Toronto, Ontario — The Toronto Police Service wrapped up Project Clone earlier in December, a police auto theft investigation that resulted in two arrests at a garage in the Toronto/Brampton area. The investigation was launched in July to identify gang members involved in car theft, according to Toronto police. On Dec. 5, police acted on […]
EV/AV Report: June 28, 2021
Toronto, Ontario — In this week’s EV/AV Report, Audi announces it will only launch all-electric models beginning in 2026 and Brampton becomes the first municipality in Ontario to use an electric-powered fire truck. Meanwhile, a new study shows many Canadians are concerned about autonomous vehicles. Combustion Engine Expiry Date Set Starting in 2026, Audi will […]
CARSTAR to host grand opening of Brampton West location
By CRM Staff Brampton, Ontario — May 18, 2018 — CARSTAR has released a cordial invitation to the grand opening of its Brampton West facility, located at 33 Selby Road. The event is being held on May 31, 2018 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. The new 550 square metre facility will offer full […]
Don Fraser of AADCO Auto Parts honoured by Brampton Fire Services
Brampton, Ontario — September 16, 2015 — Don Fraser was recently thanked by Brampton Fire and Emergency Services for helping to keep residents safe. Until his recent retirement, Fraser owned AADCO Auto Parts in Brampton. Over the last few years he frequently opened his yard to be used as a training area for firefighters, as […]
