Hey Big Spender: Rolls-Royce rolls out what could be the most expensive new car ever built
Goodwood, England — Rolls-Royce is reviving the coachbuilt luxury car, and it is likely to come with a luxury price tag. The iconic British brand announced the new Boat Tail last week, and it may be the most expensive car ever. As of now, three customers have signed on to have their own unique version […]
You’ve Got Mail: Canada Drives launches online car shopping and delivery platform
Toronto, Ontario — Canada Drives, Canadas largest 100 percent online car shopping and to-your-door delivery platform announced it’s national launch today. Canadians in BC and Ontario can now browse, purchase and have a used car delivered right to their doorstep – they might even expect same day delivery. Founded in 2010, Canada Drives has helped […]
The Gecko Gets Thinkin’: GEICO to use Tractable AI in estimates
Maryland, U.S. — Geico—the no. 2 auto insurer in the United States—will use Tractable AI Review photo estimating to re-check estimates, according to a press release from Tractable. “GEICO customers know us for our speed of service and value,” GEICO CEO Todd Combs said in a statement Wednesday. “Tractable’s artificial intelligence solution delivers both, helping […]
Gone Green: Volvo’s oldest car plant is now completely climate neutral
Gothenburg, Sweden – Volvo’s Torslanda car plant is now completely climate-neutral. Volvo Cars considers a manufacturing site fully climate-neutral when it registers no net increase in the emission of greenhouse gases to the atmosphere as a result of the electricity and heating used by the plant. To achieve this, the plant has utilized ‘living roof […]
Welcome of the Week: ProColor Collision welcomes new location in Beauce, Quebec
Beauce, Quebec — ProColor Saint Joseph-de-Beauce is the newest addition to the ProColor Collision family, with the Canadian brand now offering advanced collision repair services to the thriving communities of Beauce, Quebec. The new ProColor Collision Saint Joseph-de-Beauce is owned by Remi Giguere, who has 33 years of experience in the automotive industry. Giguere and […]
Squeaky Clean: MK Auto Group provides free vehicle cleanings to frontline workers
Calgary, Alberta — For the second year, the MK Auto Group will be providing complimentary vehicle cleanings to frontline workers from Alberta Health Services and local fire departments until June 30, 2021. “When the pandemic hit last year, we wanted to do what we could to give back to our community during this incredibly challenging […]
Battles of Wit: Retail ‘sign wars’ gain popularity nationwide
Listowel, Ontario — What began as a game of zingy wordplay between a Listowel, Ontario, Speedy Auto Glass facility and the Dairy Queen restaurant next door has turned into a battle of wits between businesses across Canada. The national game began in late April after Speedy Auto Glass launched a lighthearted jab at its DQ […]
Automechanika Goes Hybrid: Frankfurt event to be hosted online
Frankfurt, Germany — Automechanika Frankfurt is going hybrid this year. Automechanika Frankfurt is calling this a ‘digital plus’ event, with live in-person events and digital enhancements for those unable to be onsite. The physical event will take place in Frankfurt, Germany from September 14 – 28. With exhibitors’ product information and company profiles remaining online […]
Ciao, Emissions: Lamborghini announces plug-in hybrid plan, all models to be equipped with PHEV powertrains in next three years
Bolognese, Italy – Lamborghini is going electric–eventually. In an effort to cut C02 emissions in half by 2025, the Italian Supercar brand announced that all Lamborghini models will be equipped with plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrains in the next three years. This shift to hybrid cars is expected to start in 2023 with a PHEV version […]
Mourning Mazda6: Mazda announced the Mazda6 will be discontinued in Canada and U.S.
Toronto, Ontario — Mazda recently announced that the Mazda6 midsize sedan will not return in Canada and the U.S. for the 2022 model year and production in Canada will end in July. “As remarkable a vehicle as the Mazda6 was, it faced adverse conditions in an ever-shrinking segment as consumers abandoned sedans in favour of […]
