Passing the Buck: $1 billion available to Ont. drivers due to COVID relief fund
Toronto, Ontario – Ontario’s auto insurers have reported that there is about $1 billion in relief money saved and available to drivers in response to COVID-19. “Our government took immediate action to make the required regulatory changes so that consumers could benefit from the change in driving behaviour during the pandemic, said Ontario’s Finance Minister […]
Beauty Builds: SEMA360 to feature Builder Showcase, Battle of the Builders
Las Vegas, Nevada – Vehicle builders now have the chance to show off some of their proudest work thanks to the Builder Showcase, just announced for this year’s SEMA360 virtual tradeshow. “We’re excited to open up the SEMA360 Builder Showcase to all the talented builders across our industry,” said Tom Gattuso, SEMA vice president of […]
Taking Aim: AAPEX to offer weekly webinars in October
Las Vegas, Nevada – During the month of October, AAPEX will host weekly webinars to provide the latest trends, market intelligence and global perspectives on the future of the automotive aftermarket and strategies for growth. The webinars will be free and will complement the Virtual APPEX Experience Nov. 3 to 5. The webinars will be […]
Laying Down the Lawler: Ford U.S. announces new CFO and overall restructuring
Detroit, Michigan – Ford’s new CEO Jim Farley is shaking things up on his first day in his new position by announcing that John Lawler will be taking over the CFO position at the company, according to a report from the Associated Press. Lawler will be moving up from autonomous vehicle operations to replace Tim […]
EV/AV Report: October 5, 2020
Toronto, Ontario — Canadian buses get a battery-powered boost, Canadian faith in self-driving technology wavers and a Mississauga, Ont. company is recognized for its leadership in this week’s EV/AV Report. Battery-powered bus boost The federal government announced Thursday that $1.5 billion will be allocated to “accelerate the adoption of zero-emission buses and charging infrastructure so […]
COVID Cancellation: 2021 Calgary International Automotive and Truck Show
Calgary, Alberta — Calgary Motor Dealers Association has announced this past Wednesday that the 2021 Calgary International Auto and Truck Show will be canceled due to uncertainty regarding the pandemic. “It is an unprecedented time for everyone from both a business and personal perspectives,” said Jim Gillespie, executive director of the Calgary Motor Dealers Association […]
Last Call: CCIF 2020 Virtual Experience registration closes Sunday
Toronto, Ontario – Time is running out to register for the CCIF 2020 Virtual Experience, currently slated for next Wednesday and Thursday. The first-ever CCIF (Canadian Collision Industry Forum) Virtual Experience is expected to be a cutting-edge virtual platform for industry professionals and consumers to network and listen to a number of high-profile speakers, with […]
