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YUP, had my 16 longhorn ram hemi up to 210kph on a long stretch down in Montana... used to only do 170kph before the little chip

May 31, 2024 by Adam Malik New prices move up after trending lower Image credit: Depositphotos.com After a quarter of downward movement, new vehicle prices in the U.S. headed up in April. In March 2024, new-vehicle transaction prices in pretty much held steady at an average of $47,218, a...

May 22, 2024 by Adam Malik Why the forecast for global EV sales is declining While growth is expected in electric vehicle sales, it won’t be at the same pace seen in recent years, new research suggested. ABI Research reported that global EV sales are projected to grow by 21 per cent in 2024...

May 29, 2024 by Adam Malik Canadians’ EV interest grows despite challenges Volvo’s Matt Girgis stands in front of the newly unveiled EX90 at the 2024 Canadian International AutoShow Despite challenges, 64 per cent of Canadians looking to purchase a new vehicle within the next five years are...

May 30, 2024 by Adam Malik Patent granted for hydrogen vehicle technology Image credit: Depositphotos.com Global professional services firm GHD has been granted patents in Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom for its hydrogen fuel cell vehicle technology. The newly patented technology...

May 12, 2009 by Auto Service World Ford Invests $550 Million to Build Global Small Cars Electric Vehicle at Michigan Plant Ford Motor Company said it is investing $550 million to transform its Michigan Assembly Plant into a lean, green and flexible manufacturing complex that will build Ford’s...

May 24, 2024 by Adam Malik U.S. average age continues its rise Image credit: Depositphotos.com Vehicles south of the border are continuing to get older. New data puts the number at 12.6 years, up two months from 2023. That’s a generally slower pace of growth compared to recent years and more...

May 16, 2024 by Adam Malik The top used vehicles consumers search for 2018 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon New research from Compare the Market found that used cars from American and Japanese manufacturers are the most sought-after worldwide, outshining newer market entrants from China. The study...

May 16, 2024 by Adam Malik Auto sales show modest recovery in April However, DesRosiers’ numbers show a ‘clear slowdown’ as consumers aren’t yet returning to dealerships at pre-pandemic levels April’s automotive sales in Canada displayed a mild rebound. DesRosiers Automotive Consultants...

May 3, 2024 by Adam Malik How EVs, ICE compare in value retention Image credit: Depositphotos.com Electric vehicles struggle to retain value after being sold while traditional models maintain value, according to findings from a recent study The analysis by comparison website Compare the...

May 9, 2024 by Adam Malik From the Magazine: Vehicle average age will keep growing How driving behaviour has changed and the impact for the aftermarket The average age of vehicles has seen a sharp increase in recent years, a trend expected to continue. This points to positive news for the...

May 1, 2024 by Adam Malik How dropping EV values boost ICE aftermarket The ownership cost of Electric Vehicles (EVs) is experiencing a significant shift, challenging the previously held notion that EVs are cheaper to own than their Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) counterparts. Recent...

May 7, 2024 by Adam Malik How much EV claims and costs surged Image credit: Depositphotos.com Canada has witnessed a significant uptick in electric vehicle repairable claims, marking a notable shift in the automotive landscape, a new report has found, presenting opportunities and challenges...

May 1, 2024 by Adam Malik How dropping EV values boost ICE aftermarket The ownership cost of Electric Vehicles (EVs) is experiencing a significant shift, challenging the previously held notion that EVs are cheaper to own than their Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) counterparts. Recent...

April 26, 2024 by Adam Malik Most EV drivers depend on fast charging Image credit: Depositphotos.com A recent survey has found that the majority of EV drivers rely heavily on DC fast chargers for their extended travel needs. The study was conducted by FLO, a provider of EV charging...

April 26, 2024 by Adam Malik The impacts of ‘dramatic changes’ to vehicle mix Image credit: Depositphotos.com Significant shifts in the composition of light vehicles will have substantial impacts on the automotive aftermarket sector, recent research by Lang Marketing suggested. Over 10 years...

April 24, 2024 by Adam Malik Why incentives are key to the BEV transition Image credit: Depositphotos.com The government shouldn’t be mandating consumers switch to battery electric vehicles but they should be offering greater incentives to help narrow the price gap, urged the head of the...

April 12, 2024 by Adam Malik EV buyers concerns grow beyond charging issues Image credit: Depositphotos.com As car buyers transition from gas-powered vehicles to battery electric, their satisfaction hinges increasingly on traditional factors such as quality and cost of ownership. The latest...

April 18, 2024 by Adam Malik Price tag continues to hold back potential EV buyers Financial barriers continue to play a crucial role in Canadians’ hesitation towards electric vehicle adoption, according to a recent study. The latest findings from the Car Ownership Index by Turo found that one...

April 11, 2024 by Adam Malik The biggest challenge for EVs is… Image credit: Depositphotos.com No matter the product, something that forces people to change their behaviours will be the toughest sell to the public, according to an automotive leader. Leila Afas, director of global public...