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August 22, 2024 by Adam Malik Hybrid, EV repair costs outpace gas vehicles Image credit: Depositphotos.com Mitchell’s quarterly report highlights the rising costs and repair challenges for electric and hybrid vehicles in Canada, with claims data showing significant differences compared to...

August 16, 2024 by Adam Malik Here’s how auto pricing has changed From aftermarket parts to insurance, here’s how the auto industry has changed over the last year Image credit: Depositphotos.com Canadians saw a spike in automotive-related costs over the last few years, perhaps mostly in the...

August 13, 2024 by Adam Malik Toronto a top car-loving city Another Canadian city, Edmonton, also appeared on the list that analyzed various factors to determine the top cities for car lovers The Barbie car at the 2024 Canadian International AutoShow in Toronto New research looked at the...

August 8, 2024 by Adam Malik Why the EV downturn may not be as expected Image credit: Depositphotos.com Electric vehicle news has been bleak in early 2024, with reports of a market downturn and OEMs scaling back plans. This might suggest EVs are beyond their hype, but a closer look from...

August 6, 2024 by Adam Malik Rising costs prompt Canadians to rethink vehicle ownership Image credit: Depositphotos.com With the rising cost of living impacting Canadians’ ability to afford transportation, a recent survey found significant shifts in consumer behaviour and preferences in the...

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August 1, 2024 by Adam Malik Auto theft declines in Canada Image credit: Depositphotos.com After years of soaring auto theft rates, Canada is finally seeing a decline. The latest report from Équité Association, the national group for insurance crime, found a 17 per cent drop in auto theft...

July 31, 2024 by Adam Malik Which brand was recalled most last quarter? Ford’s exhibit at the 2024 Canadian International AutoShow More than 14 million vehicles have been recalled so far this year and Ford topped the list for the most in the second quarter of 2024 in the U.S. BizzyCar, a...

July 30, 2024 by Adam Malik EVs that are most commonly in collisions Nissan showed off the Leaf Plus, an electric vehicle with boosted range, at the 2019 Canadian International Auto Show. The Nissan Leaf, one of the earliest modern-day electric vehicles released, is also the most...

July 12, 2024 by Adam Malik Why there’s optimism as new vehicle sales streak ends Image credit: Depositphotos.com Canada’s run of 19 straight months of year-over-year increases in new vehicle sales came to an end in June. But industry observers at DesRosiers Automotive Consultants aren’t all...

July 18, 2024 by Adam Malik Canadians prefer road trips over flights this summer Image credit: Depositphotos.com Canadians overwhelmingly favour road trips over flying, citing greater control over their travel plans and safety concerns about air travel, a new study by Turo found. The...

July 9, 2024 by Adam Malik Most large SUVs fail safety tests 2024 Wagoneer Large sport utility vehicles are often seen as the embodiment of road safety due to their imposing size, but new ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reveal significant differences in safety...

July 17, 2024 by Adam Malik Auto leaders urge action for EV infrastructure Image credit: Depositphotos.com Canadian automotive groups have launched a new campaign to highlight the urgent need to build up electric vehicle charging infrastructure in time for the 2035 deadline. The groups say...

July 9, 2024 by Adam Malik Most large SUVs fail safety tests 2024 Wagoneer Large sport utility vehicles are often seen as the embodiment of road safety due to their imposing size, but new ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) reveal significant differences in safety...

July 4, 2024 by Adam Malik Why dealers are pessimistic about EV transition The electric Hummer on display at the 2024 Canadian International AutoShow As the automotive industry shifts towards electric vehicles, dealers are expressing significant concerns about the transition, according to a...

June 28, 2024 by Adam Malik Why China will always be a key partner despite tensions New relationships needed around the world will mean a greater need for aftermarket leaders with the ability to tackle global complexities Image credit: Depositphotos.com Political strife and economic realities...

June 28, 2024 by Adam Malik Canada sees ZEV surge in Q1 Image credit: Depositphotos.com Canadians are hitting the road in record numbers with zero-emission vehicles. According to Statistics Canada, the first quarter saw a 53 per cent year-over-year surge in zero-emission vehicle (ZEV)...

Long-Haul EVs 6 June 2024 Jack Kazmierski Autosphere » Fleet » Long-Haul EVs A total of 50 Class 8 Tesla Semi trucks will operate out of PepsiCo’s manufacturing and distribution facility in California. Photo PepsiCo Beverages North America A concern for the environment, coupled with government...

June 26, 2024 by Adam Malik Lithium-ion battery separator plant to be built in Ontario Asahi Kasei Corp. announced it will construct its previously announced integrated lithium-ion battery (LIB) separator plant in Port Colborne, Ontario. The new manufacturing facility will operate as Asahi...

June 27, 2024 by Adam Malik Examining EV adoption challenges Image credit: Depositphotos.com Despite the growing momentum in electric vehicle (EV) sales in Canada, significant hurdles remain on the road to mass adoption, observed a new report by DBRS Morningstar. “The Transition to an...