Open for Business: Canada opens new advanced materials research facility
Mississauga, Ontario — The National Research Council of Canada (NRC), opened a new advanced material research facility in Mississauga, to serve as a national clean energy hub. NRC Mississauga research facility will be focusing on the technologies for accelerating discovery and innovation in new materials, most prominently Al-driven robotics experimental platforms termed ‘Material Acceleration Platforms,’ […]
Electric Slide: Quebec to ban sale of gas-powered cars by 2035
Quebec City, Quebec — Premier Francois Legault announced Monday a $6.7 billion plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions will see the sale of new, gasoline-powered cars and SUVs banned in Quebec by the year 2035. The new policy will assist the province in meeting its pledge to reduce emissions by 37.5 per cent over 1990 […]
Beaming at BASF: Company named one of Canada’s top employers for 2021
Mississauga, Ontario — BASF Canada has been recognized by Mediacorp as one of Canada’s top employers for the seventh consecutive year. This year, the ranking considered how corporations supported employees and communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Our employees are key to the successful implementation of BASF’s strategy. We are convinced of the value of creating […]
Battery Boost: BASF makes moves towards EV production
Schwarzheide, Germany — BASF has broken ground with its new cathode active materials production plant in Schwarzheide, Germany. “The investment is a major step for Germany and Schwarzheide,” said Peter Altmaier, federal minister for economic affairs and energy. The new plant for cathode active materials will be equipped with world-leading process technology and enable the […]
Influential Investment: WIN lands major investment from AkzoNobel
Nashville, Tennessee — AkzoNobel is doing its part in trying to make the end of 2020 a positive experience for the automotive industry. AkzoNobel has once again committed to the Women’s Industry Network (WIN) as their exclusive diamond sponsor. This sponsorship will support many of WIN’s initiatives including scholarships, the most influential women program, mentoring […]
Big Win for Martinrea: Unifor’s investment boosts the Canadian auto industry
Vaughn, Ontario — Auto parts maker Martinrea International Inc. sees the benefits of recent Canadian investments announced by the Detroit three automakers, as the company recovers from the pandemic. Martinrea says it has so far booked $45 million in new business making propulsion systems for Fiat Chrysler and General Motor (GM), as well as $10 […]
Canadian Generosity: Federal government provides $350,000 regional EV charging grant
Ottawa, Ontario — The Canadian government is set to provide $350,000 to help the regional municipality of York build 70 EV level 2 chargers to be installed across the region. Federal funding provided through Natural Resources Canada’s Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Programme (ZEVIP), which supports the government’s target that all new passenger cars sold in Canada […]
Here Comes the SUN: Software streamlines access to ADAS repair information
San Diego, California — Sun Collision Repair Information has expanded its coverage and enhanced its features to make it easier to access Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) repair information. Sun Collision Repair Information provides complete, accurate data that collision repair facilities can trust to repair any vehicle, in any condition—inside and outside—with maximum efficiency. “One […]
Power Plan: Canadian auto industry praises Ontario’s new electricity subsidy plan
Ottawa, Ontario — Ontario has announced its plan to subsidize a portion of electricity rates for medium and large commercial and industrial businesses According to the Ford government, the current cost of hydro for automakers and their suppliers are making the province uncompetitive with other jurisdictions. Starting Jan. 1, 2021, Ontario’s plan could see industrial […]
Guild 21 Webinar: The Journey of ADAS from Factory to Repair
Toronto, Ontario — On Dec. 10, 2020, David DeBoer, CEO of Burke Porter Group (BPG) will be hosting a webinar by 21 Guild at 11 a.m. (PST) to discuss the future of ADAS and the requirements to ensure proper vehicle calibration. BPG is one of the leading suppliers of Factory End of Line (EOL) testing […]
