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June 25, 2024 by Adam Malik Exploring fire protection solutions for EV batteries Image credit: Depositphotos.com As the electric vehicle market grows, ensuring the safety of EV batteries has become increasingly important. A recent report from IDTechEx examined various battery technologies...

June 25, 2024 by Adam Malik New prices decline in U.S. Image credit: Depositphotos.com New vehicle prices remained lower year-over-year for the eighth consecutive month in the U.S. as of May, as higher inventory levels continued to exert downward pressure on transaction prices. According to...

I HAVE LOTS OF EACH... MOSTLY DEWALT, I GUESS ;)

June 21, 2024 by Adam Malik B.C. changes EV rebate rules Dealers angered by move, say most cars now don’t qualify for provincial incentive Zero-emission vehicles from Stellantis on display at the 2024 Canadian International AutoShow A move by the British Columbia government to reduce the...

June 20, 2024 by Adam Malik ‘Concerning’ month for new vehicle sales It seems pent-up demand for new vehicles is dissipating and new vehicle sales numbers are reaching a level of concern. Canadian new light vehicle sales in May 2024 reached 169,000 units, according to DesRosiers Automotive...

June 18, 2024 by Adam Malik When EV adoption is expected to surge A new wave of electric vehicle buyers is expected to enter the market in the second half of the decade, according to the latest 2024 Path to EV Adoption Study by Cox Automotive. The study reported that while nearly half of...

June 18, 2024 by Adam Malik Market prices, consumer budgets align closer: Report Cars.com has released its second annual Affordability Report, highlighting a more accessible retail environment for car buyers. The 2024 report provides a comprehensive, data-driven analysis of the current...

June 14, 2024 by Adam Malik Why’s Canadian average vehicle age so low? And there are real dangers being posed to the Canadian auto care sector specifically with this trend The average age of vehicles in Canada is more than two years lower than American vehicles and the gap has a fairly simple...

June 14, 2024 by Adam Malik Dealers say they have too many ZEVs Image credit: Depositphotos.com The Canadian automotive market has grappled with a significant lack of new vehicle inventory since early 2021. While these shortages have largely eased and inventory levels are beginning to...

That video was in Russia and they were propane cylinders exploding...

June 6, 2024 by David Mayers EV World: Repair delays Consumers face many challenges around EV service and repair. Here’s an in-depth analysis of the key issues Electric vehicles (EVs) provide environmental benefits, enhanced technology and lower fuel costs. But repair shops and fleet operators...

June 6, 2024 by Adam Malik Drivers are putting focus on efficiency Whether it’s high gas prices or maximizing EV range, a new study finds Canadians are keeping an eye on proper tire inflation Image credit: Depositphotos.com Canadian drivers are increasingly prioritizing efficiency and range...

CONT'D There is a shortage of automotive repair technicians. The industry knows this. But it seems other sectors are still wrapping their heads around it. And when there’s a shortage of technicians to meet the demands of he industry, repair costs escalate. Take, for example, rental car company...

June 4, 2024 by Adam Malik EV World: Bridging the knowledge gap Automakers explore the challenges in getting more Canadians behind the wheel of an electric vehicle Consumer interest in electric vehicles jumped in 2023. In fact, zero-emission vehicles overall saw a greater market share of new...

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...