EV/AV Report: EVs prepare to take off; while Americans lose faith in self-driving vehicles
Toronto, Ontario — Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, U.K.-based startup, Aervolt, looks to preempt airborne electric infrastructure; while a recent American Automobile Association (AAA) study reveals that American consumers are losing faith in self-driving vehicles. An electric takeoff U.K. startup Aerovolt hopes to preempt airborne electric infrastructure by developing […]
Transforming, Tomorrow, Together: IBIS USA 2024 event to kick off this Tuesday
Anaheim, California — The International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS) is set to take place this week from March 19 to 21st in Anaheim, California. The 2024 event will be held at the JW Marriot, Anaheim and according to event descriptions, “promises an enriching experience, serving as a focal point for insightful conversations, innovative solutions to […]
High Tech Hunter: Hunter Engineering showcases Ultimate ADAS calibrations for Honda, Acura at Ontario HQ
Toronto, Ontario — Collision Repair magazine was invited to Hunter Engineering’s Canadian headquarters in Aurora, Ontario, last week to witness a demonstration of the new Ultimate ADAS technology—which is said to be capable of solving three calibrations in under ten minutes. At the start of his demo, Jon Donato of Hunter Engineering stressed that using […]
The Savellas Score: CARSTAR Stouffville showcases award-winning 1966 Chevy II Nova SS at Motorama
Toronto, Ontario — CARSTAR Stouffville proudly celebrated its participation at this year’s Motorama Custom Car and Motorsports Expo—hosted at the International Centre in Toronto, Ontario from March 7 to 9—by showcasing its restored 1966 Chevy II Nova SS. CARSTAR Stouffville’s 1966 Chevy II Nova SS. The beloved family vehicle was recognized with several prestigious awards, […]
X-tra Specific: Mercedes-Benz develops x-ray imaging to capture automotive collision data
Toronto, Ontario — Mercedes-Benz has reportedly harnessed the power of high-speed X-ray imaging to capture side impact collision data. To do this, the automaker suspended a linear accelerator from the ceiling above the test vehicle to serve as an X-ray camera which captured every millisecond of the controlled collision. On board the test vehicle, a […]
Mystery Movements: Ford files patent for vehicles that could move themselves to deter auto theft
Toronto, Ontario — Ford Motor Company has filed a patent application for automotive systems and methods that could allow a vehicle to make random movements. The reason for this patent is to serve as a potential deterrent against automotive theft. Specifically, the patent—which was filed on March 16, 2021 and published on March 12, 2024—describes […]
Can You Believe This?! Training wheels for big bad bikers; risky rotations and much more
Toronto, Ontario — This Can You Believe This?! clip will have you on the edge of your seat! Whether it be in fear of stupid actions behind the wheel, or in sheer amazement of the lengths people will go to for a convertible. Check it out, and more, in this weekly wacky clip. The post […]
Autonomous Aggravations: IIHS runs autonomous car safety tests; all but one model fail
Toronto, Ontario — The United States Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recently tested vehicles with semi-autonomous advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and found that, out of 14 models tested, only one earned an acceptable rating to pass all IIHS tests. Specifically, Lexus’s top-of-the-line LS with its teammate system secured an appropriate rating, while the […]
Helping Healthcare: Myers Automotive Group donates $2.5 million to Ottawa Hospital
Ottawa, Ontario — Myers Automotive Group, which includes several CARSTAR Myers locations and several car dealerships in the Ottawa area, has recently donated $2.5 million to The Campaign to Create Tomorrow at the Ottawa Hospital. To date, this is Myers Automotive Group’s largest philanthropic donation, but the company has a long history of charitable contributions. […]
Icy Insurance: Deep freeze in Western Canada estimated to have caused over $180 million in insured damages
Edmonton, Alberta — The deep freeze that Western Canada experienced in January is now estimated to have caused over $180 million in insured damages, according to initial estimates from Catastrophe Indices and Quantification Inc. (CatIQ). On January 12 in British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan, daytime highs dropped far below the seasonable normal and persisted for […]
