Easing the Pressure: ICBC reveals distribution plan for gas relief rebate cheques
Vancouver, British Columbia — Details surrounding ICBC’s gas relief rebate have finally been unveiled, as the government insurer plans to dole out $165 to any customer who held a basic insurance policy during February 2022. This news follows B.C. Premier John Horgan’s initial March announcement that the government would be sending out one-time cheques of […]
Clean Conversion: B.C. company fighting to make ICE to EV conversion a viable option
Vancouver, British Columbia — Dean Kneider does a unique kind of alchemy at his shop in East Vancouver where he takes gas-powered cars, retro Porsches and modern buses alike, and turns them into emissions-free electric vehicles. As president and CEO of Riise EV, one of the EV conversions Kneider is most proud of is his […]
Touched by a Noodle: B.C. religious leader fights to wear pirate hat in license photos
Grand Forks, British Columbia — A British Columbia-based religious leader is continuing on his crusade against ICBC’s oppressive policies toward certain religious headwear, arguing that it is not up to a government corporation to test his faith. Gary Smith of Grand Forks is the Captain of B.C.’s Church of the Flying Spaghetti Monster and, as […]
Just Like the Simulation: ICBC launches Street Sense interactive driving app
Victoria, British Columbia — ICBC has officially entered the interactive space with the launch of the government insurer’s new driving simulation and training tool, Street Sense, available now on Steam and mobile app stores. For its first foray into what arguably borders on the world of gaming, ICBC has unveiled an app that puts users […]
Lordco Show is a Go: Lordco 32nd Annual Tradeshow kicks off in Vancouver
Vancouver, British Columbia — Lordco Auto Parts kicked off the first day of its 32nd Annual Tradeshow on Monday, welcoming Canada’s auto industry to two days of long-awaited excitement in Vancouver. Taking over Vancouver’s Pacific Coliseum and Agrodome from April 4 to 5, the Lordco Annual Tradeshow has been packed with exhibitors and attendees from […]
No-Fault Fiasco: B.C. cyclist sent repair bill for damage to vehicle that hit him
Vancouver, British Columbia — One typically assumes there to be physical costs to being involved in a car accident, but as one British Columbia cyclist is learning, an unexpected financial burden is what truly adds insult to the injury. Last summer, Ben Bolinger alleges that a car ran a stop sign and hit him as […]
Window of Opportunity: B.C. car thieves targeting pre-2008 vehicles, data shows
Victoria, British Columbia — According to new data analysis from the CBC, car thieves on Canada’s west coast have slightly more retro taste than their eastern counterparts, noting that most models stolen in British Columbia are from between 1997 and 2007. This trend bucks the norm seen throughout much of the rest of the country, […]
Trapped Gas: ICBC announces rebates to address skyrocketing gas prices
Victoria, British Columbia — Some relief is on the way for British Columbian drivers who have been shelling out big time at the pumps recently, as the province’s public insurer plans to roll out rebates in the coming months. The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC), in recognition of the effect that Russia’s invasion of […]
Credential Crackdown: Body techs part of phase one in B.C.’s certification legislation
Victoria, British Columbia — A new set of laws designed to crack down on skilled trades certification in British Columbia was given royal assent on Thursday, officially starting the clock on uncertified auto body techs to get their training in gear. As part of this new legislation, the Industry Training Authority Act will now fall […]
In the Spotlight: Lordco’s 32nd Annual Tradeshow on for April 4-5 in Vancouver
Vancouver, British Columbia — One of western Canada’s biggest names in auto parts supply is returning to the big stage as Lordco Auto Parts announced that its Annual Tradeshow is back on for April 4-5 at the Pacific Coliseum and PNE Agrodome in Vancouver, B.C. The tradeshow, known to draw crowds of more than 20,000 […]
