BMW Blunders: Improper clips and PDR holes could spawn airbag issues
Toronto, Ontario — Using improper clips on some BMW doors could result in airbag issues, BMW collision program manager Jonathan Inzano said during a Feb. 11 Guild 21 webinar. During Guild 21’s BMW Repair Technology webinar, Inzano—alongside BMW insurance manager Attila Princz—explained that BMW models could carry pressure sensors inside the cavity of side doors. […]
Spying the Mirai: Toyota and Lyft partner to offer hydrogen-powered Mirais for Vancouver fleet
Vancouver, British Columbia – Vancouverites could have a greener way of getting around the city thanks to a recent partnership between Toyota and Lyft that will see more hydrogen-powered Mirai sedans being used for ridesharing. Lyft drivers in the city will be able to rent one of 24 Mirais for $198 per week. Lyft said […]
‘Certainty Starts Here:’ GM campaign highlighting the importance of OE parts
Markham, Ontario — General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales has taken the next step in its global rebranding initiative with the launch of a new marketing campaign, designed to strengthen GM Genuine Parts and ACDelco brands. “This marketing campaign is the next step in our journey to drive a focused, disciplined strategy for GM’s maintenance […]
Tuesday Ticker: February 16, 2021
Toronto, Ontario — In this week’s Tuesday Ticker, Toyota continues its record-breaking results for 2020, Uber reports losses offset by food deliveries and Elon Musk’s brother and Tesla board member gives up a portion of his Tesla shares. Toyota at the top Toyota has reported that its quarterly operating profit rose to 987.9 billion yen […]
Best in Class: Kia Rio awarded by J.D. Power.
Toronto, Ontario — The 2021 Kia Rio, a subcompact hatchback with a European-influenced design, has earned J.D. Power Canada Alg Residual Value Awards for 2021 in the subcompact segment. ALG’s Residual Value Awards recognizes the vehicles segments that are projected to hold the highest percentage of the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) after a four-year […]
Passing Pandemic Predictions: GM still makes more than $6 billion despite pandemic profit drops
Detroit, Michigan — To say the least, 2020 was a tumultuous year with many major companies seeing significant dips in profits due to the pandemic and unfortunately General Motors was no exception. The automaker saw a 4.5 per cent drop in profits last year, though still raked in a whopping $6.43 billion overall thanks to […]
Pandemic Profits: Honda raises 2020/2021 predictions
Tokyo, Japan – Despite Covid-19 slowdowns, Honda has seen some significant profit increases in the latest quarter, reporting a 67 percent increase globally based on higher demand and cost reductions. In a statement released on Tuesday, the automaker noted an operating profit for three months, to Dec. 31 was 277.7 billion yen (CND$3.38 billion). “Automobile […]
Tuesday Ticker: February 9, 2021
Toronto, Ontario — Microchip shortages continue to plague Canadian plants with temporary shutdowns, DesRosiers reports Canada’s Jan. 2021 auto sales and Hyundai changes its stance on the rumoured Apple car partnership. Microchip mishaps General Motors is the latest automaker to initiate temporary layoffs at a Canadian plant alongside microchip shortages General Motors said its CAMI […]
Go For Goodman: Ford Canada names Bev Goodman new CEO
Oakville, Ontario — Ford Canada announced today the appointment of veteran executive Bev Goodman as president, and CEO., replacing Dean Stoneley, who will be appointed to the newly created position of general manager at North America Truck, Ford Motor Co. “At this time of rapid change in the auto industry, Bev demonstrates a deep understanding […]
Net Neutral: Nissan sets carbon neutral goal for 2050
Toronto, Ontario — Nissan has set the goal to achieve carbon neutrality across the company’s operations and the life cycle of its products by 2050. As part of this effort, by the early 2030’s every all-new Nissan vehicle offering in key markets will be electrified. Nissan will pursue further innovations in electrification and manufacturing technology […]
