Height Hindrances: IIHS study finds vehicle height directly correlates to the severity of pedestrian injuries in a collision
Toronto, Ontario — The taller a vehicle, the more likely it is to inflict serious injury to pedestrians in a collision, says a new report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). To collect the study’s data, IIHS researchers specifically analyzed pedestrian crashes to develop injury risk curves showing how speed affects crash outcomes. […]
Losing Lockouts: Transport Canada and General Motors recalling 52,000 vehicles for issues with locking wheels
Toronto, Ontario — Transport Canada and General Motors have announced that the automaker is recalling 52,000 vehicles from several model years due to rear wheels that could lock and suddenly cause a loss drive power and control. As highlighted in Transport Canada’s official recall statement, the issue is the result of a transmission control valve […]
Longevity Learning: Electric vehicles may last up to 40 percent longer than expected, says new SLAC study
Toronto, Ontario — As noted in a recent study from scientists working in the SLAC-Standford Battery Center, electric vehicles subject to normal use may actually last a third longer than initially predicted. In a joint project between Stanford University’s Precourt Institute for Energy and SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, the study aimed to demonstrate that owners […]
SHIFT HAPPENS
It’s time to transform conversations into action By ALLISON ROGERS As we close out another year, it’s a given that we all reflect on conversations we’ve all had about industry change. Those passionate discussions that ignite our hopes for a better future in our industry. Year after year, the collective industry gathers thoughts from the […]
ATLANTIC | REGIONAL NEWS
A CATASTROPHIC CALENDAR The Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) has released a “One-Year Update Following 2023 Nova Scotia Wildfires and Flooding” report that details that insured losses in the province are now approaching half a billion dollars. The report specifically highlights the aftermath of two storms that affected the province in the late spring and […]
QUEBEC | REGIONAL NEWS
PERSISTENT PEELING A Quebec class-action lawsuit—originally filed in May 2023—over alleged quality issues with the paint on older Hyundai models is seeing renewed support, with complaints having been filed from countries such as the United States and Australia. The suit was originally brought forth by Michel Allard, who bought a used 2017 Hyundai Elantra in […]
REGIONAL NEWS | ONTARIO
METRICS MATTER On October 16, CARSTAR Canada hosted an exclusive educational event at CARSTAR Downsview, the latest location under the ownership of MGM Auto Group’s Mike Cherneta and Kapi Komera. Bill Davidge, CARSTAR Canada’s Director of Innovation and Technology, led a session focused on understanding metrics. Around 80 attendees joined, including personnel from collision repair […]
MANITOBA | REGIONAL NEWS
BUDDY UP 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. “We’re happy to assist shops through this change and help them find the resources they need to hopefully run their business with […]
EV/AV Report: DartSolar invents expanding solar roof for electric vehicles; while General Motors announces plans to defund Cruise ‘robotaxi’ project
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, DartSolar highlights an expanding solar roof technology intended to help charge electric vehicles; while General Motors announces plans to defund Cruise ‘robotaxi’ project. Electric expansions DartSolar has announced that it has invented an expanding solar roof rack intended to allow electric vehicles to gain […]
In the Name of the Next Generation: CARSTAR Don Mor connects with next gen of repairers at Level Up Career Fair
London, Ontario — CARSTAR London Centre (Don Mor) announced its participation at the Level Up Career Fair where it worked to engage with the next generation of professionals in the collision repair industry. The Level Up event occurred at the Western Fair District in London, Ont. in November, and specifically showcased cutting-edge technology in order […]
