Inflation Hangover: Canadian manufacturing at a historic seven-year slow
Toronto, Ontario — Canada’s manufacturing sector is facing its longest slowdown in seven years, according to recent data by S&P Global Canada. This data indicates that Canada’s Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) fell to a seasonally adjusted 49.2 in December from 49.6 in November, the fifth month in a row where the index remained below the […]
EV/AV Report: Augmented reality driving, continental competition and a Scandinavian success
Toronto, Ontario — An electric vehicle (EV) combining Sony’s virtual reality (VR) prowess and Honda’s vehicle production capabilities, Canada challenges the United States in the EV market and Norway makes a mark in the global shift to EVs. This is the latest in electric and autonomous vehicles. Press X to Start An EV prototype, the […]
Shacking up with Treschak: Color Compass Corporation acquires Treschak Enterprises in Welland, Ont.
Welland, Ontario — Treschak Enterprises in Welland, Ont. has been acquired by Color Compass Corporation, expanding the Canadian footprint of the autobody supply distributor. According to Color Compass, this is part of the company’s historic practice of strategic market growth and acquisitions, with the addition of Treschak Enterprises being part of their continued expansion within […]
Stink Bugs: Takata airbags found in 4,400 Canadian Volkswagen Beetles, recall issued
Toronto, Ontario — About 4,400 Volkswagen Beetles from model years 2015 and 2016 have been recalled across Canada, citing the presence of Takata-branded driver-side airbag inflators, which have been proven to explode and send fragments flying into the cabin during a collision. According to Transport Canada, this defect stems from long term exposure to high […]
EV/AV Report: Aspirational challenges and milestone products
Toronto, Ontario — A new electric vehicle manufacturing facility begins operations in Quebec, and industry stakeholders and provincial bodies respond to the recently announced federal zero-emission automotive requirements by 2026. This is the latest in electric and autonomous vehicles. Home Grown Lion Electric Company has produced its first lithium-ion battery pack at the company’s battery […]
Make some Noise: New noise requirements for hybrid and electric vehicles
Ottawa, Ontario — New sound requirements for hybrid and electric vehicles have been announced by Canada’s transport minister, citing increased collision risks towards cyclists, pedestrians and Canadians with disabilities among others. Omar Alghabra announced mandatory minimum noise levels from hybrid and electric vehicles, and equipping them with sound emitters that produce noise at low speeds. […]
EV/AV Report: Worrying wording and autonomous accidents
Toronto, Ontario – Toyota justifies its resistance against electric vehicle (EV) adoption and an autonomous Tesla triggers an eight-vehicle pileup. This is the latest in electric and autonomous vehicles. Digging In This week, Toyota’s president justified the company’s poor decarbonization efforts by claiming that the “right answer (towards decarbonization) is still unclear, we shouldn’t limit […]
Making it Work: Local shop owner shares solutions for shops to overcome skilled trades shortage
Guelph, Ontario — A bodyshop repairer speaking with a local paper has shared his thoughts on the skilled trades shortage and has a simple but effective recommendation—keeping your team together amidst a labour shortage. In an interview with Guelph Today, Vince Klimkosz, owner and operator of Vinnie’s Mr. Fix-It said “I find that many customers […]
Holding Steady: ICBC files to freeze basic insurance rates for next two years
Vancouver, British Columbia — The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia has filed an application with the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) for no increase to basic insurance rates for the next two years. “Holding firm on ICBC’s basic insurance rate for two more years will help millions of drivers with their monthly bills amid global […]
Market Opportunities: Federal gov. aims for 20 percent of light vehicle parc emissions-free by 2026
Ottawa, Ontario — The government of Canada has announced a comprehensive strategy to promote the switch to zero-emission vehicles and reducing on-road transportation pollution, with milestones for the net-zero goal starting as early as 2026. In last Wednesday’s announcement, Minster of Transport Omar Alghabra announced Canada’s Action Plan for Clean On-Road Transportation, a plan by […]
