Reliable Rides: Subaru has the most reliable vehicles, says Consumer Reports study
Toronto, Ontario — According to a new study from Consumer Reports, which calculated predicted reliability ratings for vehicle brands, Subaru has leads as the most reliable vehicle in North America. This year’s report specifically gathered data on more than 300,000 vehicles from the 2000 to 2024 model years, with a few 2025 models introduced early […]
Dreamed Designs: Toyota accepting submissions for the 2025 Dream Car Art Contest
Toronto, Ontario — Canadian children are once again being invited by Toyota to participate in an art competition to design the car of the future. The 2025 Toyota Dream Car Art Contest specifically encourages children from three age categories—under eight, eight to 11 and 12 to 15—to “grab their pencils, crayons or paint brushes to […]
Certification Celebrations: CARSTAR Cambridge celebrates achievement of Toyota certification
Cambridge, Ontario — CARSTAR Canada has revealed that CARSTAR Cambridge, owned by the LC Group, is now officially Toyota-certified. According to a recent press release, in addition to the new Toyota certification, CARSTAR Cambridge also holds certifications such as Honda Pro First, Genesis, Ford, I-CAR Platinum, I-CAR Gold, ASE, Verifacts, CCIAP, Assured Performance, Nissan, Nissan […]
EV/AV Report: Emergency respondents raise concerns over Tesla safety; while Toyota teaches self-driving vehicles to do doughnuts
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electronic and autonomous vehicle report, emergency respondents raise concerns over the safety of Tesla vehicles in a collision after a collision in Toronto last month; while Toyota teaches self-driving vehicles to do doughnuts in the name of improved road safety. Tesla trials Emergency respondents have voiced concerns over the […]
EV/AV Report: Toyota unveils swappable hydrogen fuel cell batteries; while U.S. autonomous technology experts recommend driving tests for self-driving vehicles
Toronto, Ontario — In this electric and autonomous vehicle report, Toyota unveils a swappable hydrogen fuel cell battery system for future zero-emission vehicles; while autonomous technology expert Henry Liu recommends driving tests for self-driving vehicles in the United States. Hydrogen for home Last Thursday, at the Japan Mobility Show Bizweek 2024, Toyota unveiled a portable […]
EV/AV Report: Researchers report charging EV batteries for first time at high speeds increases lifespan; while S&P Global Mobility highlights momentum of autonomous vehicle adoption
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, a Toyota-funded research project finds that charging lithium-ion batteries for the first time at unusually high speeds can extend their lifespan; while a recent S&P Global Mobility report outlines autonomous vehicle adoption momentum in the United States. First times the charge A Toyota-funded research […]
Tuesday Ticker: Jaguar at ‘crossroads’ amid shift to EVs; BMW to produce hydrogen vehicle with Toyota
Toronto, Ontario — This weekly Tuesday Ticker shines a light on moves in the alternative fuel space as Jaguar execs share frustrations regarding its massive shift to luxury EVs, while BMW and Toyota partner to produce hydrogen-powered BMW vehicles. Jaguar jumping through hoops Jaguar’s Managing Director says the OEM is at a “crossroads” amid its […]
Longevity List: iSeeCars study reveals Toyota vehicles most likely to reach 400,000 kilometres
Toronto, Ontario — iSeeCars’ latest study has identified the 30 longest-lasting models with a higher-than-average percentage of reaching 400,000 kilometres; Toyota’s Tundra tops the list. iSeeCar analyzed over 402 million cars to determine which last the longest, judging by odometer kilometres. Of all vehicles identified, the Toyota Tundra and Toyota Sequoia are four times more […]
All About Altair: PPG earns 2024 Altair Enlighten Award for sustainable electrocoat technology
Cambridge, Ontario — On Wednesday, PPG announced that it has received a 2024 Altair Engineering for its sustainable electrocoat technology. The Altair Enlighten Award specifically honours sustainability and light weighting advancements in the automotive industry. PPG’s Enviro-Prime EPIC 200X electrocoat was first implemented at the Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada North Plant in Cambridge, Ontario in […]
Cruising Concerns: Toyota Canada recalls 11,000 vehicles for airbags that might not deploy if the driver’s window is down.
Toronto, Ontario — Toyota has announced a recall for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander and Lexus TX due to an issue where the airbags may not properly deploy on the driver’s side if their window is rolled down. In Canada, the recall specifically affects approximately 9,039 Grand Highlanders and 2,819 TX vehicles. In the United […]
