United Notions: AIA Canada and 19 international groups join global vehicle right to repair movement
Ottawa, Ontario — On Wednesday, the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) released a statement pledging its commitment to the global right to repair movement. Nineteen other groups, including the American Auto Care Association, have followed suit, presenting a list of ten principles they believe should guide right to repair legislation around the world. […]
Future Sight: ChatCPT may revolutionize insurtech industry, say CEOs
Toronto, Ontario — The introduction of automated chatbots capable of solving problems through simple prompts could be a “game-changer” for the insurance industry, according to Amrit Santhisrasenan, CEO of insurtech company Hyperexponential. Specifically, the debut of generative artificial intelligence (AI) program, ChatGPT, allows users to have the AI automate a variety of tasks: filling in […]
Market Response: Tesla cuts Model X prices for second time this year
Toronto, Ontario — As of Sunday, prices have been slashed on Tesla’s Model X crossover vehicle by $7,000–the second time Tesla has reduced prices in Canada this year. According to Bloomberg, the all-wheel drive Model X now begins at $135,990 while the Model X Plaid begins at $149,990. Similar cuts were made in the United […]
Time Well Spent: Across Canada Warehouses concludes 2023 annual conference
Whistler, British Columbia — Across Canada Warehouses Limited (ACWL) has concluded its annual conference at Whistler’s Fairmont Chateau, finishing three days of learning and networking at an award-winning alpine hotel, said Paul Reichert consultant-director at ACWL. The event began with a social gathering for early guests on Sunday, while official festivities began on Monday with […]
EV/AV Report: Local produce and audio investigations
Toronto, Ontario — The Canadian government pledges to expand electric vehicle (EV) charger availability in British Columbia, the U.S.’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) investigates whether older EVs are too quiet, and two Ontario businesses receive a cash injection for greener automotive components. This is the latest in electric and autonomous vehicles. Boosting Chargers […]
Fatally Flawed: Nissan recalls Rogue and Rogue Sport SUVs for collapsing ignition keys
Detroit, United States — Nissan is recalling more than 809,000 SUVs in Canada and the United States, citing key fob problems that could result in the ignition shutting off in the middle of a drive. According to a Tuesday report first released by the Associated Press, this recall affects the 2014 to 2020 Nissan Rogue […]
Repo Robot: Ford patents self-repossessing vehicle system
Toronto, Ontario — In late February, Ford published a patent with the United States Patent Office, attempting to secure a ownership of a design that would remotely repossess vehicles at will. Officially named “Systems and Methods to Repossess a Vehicle,” this filing with the U.S. Patent Office aims to strongly encourage timely payments through a […]
Tech For Repair: Progress in medium and heavy-duty collision repair continues, says HD Repair Forum
Texas, United States – The Heavy Duty (HD) Repair Forum is reporting higher-than-average early registration numbers, along with the entry of two new OEMs who are participating for the first time this year. A company press release highlights MCI representative Tim Barnes, who will discuss how to access repair information, find parts, and share opportunities […]
Bold Claims: 3M wins award at 2022 SURCAR Shanghai Congress as customers strive for ‘lights-out’ paint shop
Minnesota, United States – 3M’s Finesse-it Robotic Paint Repair System has earned the “Award for Technique” at the 2022 SURCAR Shanghai Congress, an award by an international autobody finishing organization recognizing the OEM’s ability to use of artificial intelligence (AI) for autobody finishes. “We have completely digitized this critical operation, which allows for continuous real-time […]
Domestic Debut: Project Arrow premieres at Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto
Toronto, Ontario – The Project Arrow has made its first public debut in Canada, taking the spotlight at the Canadian International Auto Show’s Electric City showcase. First unveiled at CES 2023 in January, the vehicle was designed and built as an individualized but functional show piece, demonstrating the capabilities of domestic manufacturing and design rather […]
