Pumpkin Smashdown: 1,000-pound pumpkin smashes vehicle at Damariscotta Pumpkinfest and Regatta
Damariscotta, Maine — It’s an age-old question: can a Mercury Sable sedan withstand the gravitational force of a giant pumpkin? At this year’s Damariscotta Pumpkinfest and Regatta in Damariscotta, Maine, event organizers attempted to answer this question by dropping a 1,000-pound pumpkin onto said vehicle. While the annual tradition was halted due to the Covid-19 […]
EV/AV Report: Stellantis invests in wind tunnel to test for electric vehicle aerodynamics; while the NHTSA opens an investigation into Tesla’s FSD systems following crashes
Toronto, Ontario — In this electric and autonomous vehicle report, Stellantis unveils its Moving Ground Plane (MGP) technology to test the aerodynamic potential of electric vehicles; while the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launches an investigation into Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system following four collisions. Breaking into wind Stellantis recently unveiled its Moving Ground […]
Backpacks to Smiles: CARSTAR Downsview celebrates successful school supply drive
North York, Ontario — On October 17, 2024, CARSTAR Downsview, owned by Mike Cherneta and Kapi Komera of MGM Group, celebrated the success of its “Backpacks to Smiles” campaign, which aimed to collect school supplies for underserved youth at the MLSE Launchpad. According to a recent press release about the charity campaign, CARSTAR Downsview initially […]
ADAS Advantages: Autel and Revv partner to provide ADAS solutions for automotive repair sector
Toronto, Ontario — Autel has announced a partnership with Revv–a driver of artificial intelligence (A.I.) software that aims to identify vehicle Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)–to bring ADAS identification and a repair service workflow to the automotive vehicle repair industry. As noted in a recent press release, the partnership aims to address the growing need […]
Buddy Up: Manitoba to reinstate one-to-one apprentice-journeyperson ratio Oct. 30; Exemptions available, says ATA of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba — Manitoba is reinstating its one-to-one apprentice-to-journeyperson ratio as of Oct. 30, though collision centres may apply for exemption to keep the two-to-one ratio via the Automotive Trades Association (ATA) of Manitoba. ATA of Manitoba President Norm Bruneau said the organization will link the applicable apprenticeship forms on its website. “We’re happy to […]
Furry Friends on the Floor: Shop pets foster healthier working environment for workers and customers, says CBC video
Toronto, Ontario — Who knew a parrot or puppy could be the best wingman for shop morale and customer charm? A recent video from CBC News highlights how shop pets can help foster a healthier working environment for both workers and customers. In the video showcasing shop pets from various professions, Anne Hauck, general manager […]
