Front-Crash Findings: Few small SUVs excel in new IIHS front crash prevention test; only Subaru Forester secures ‘Good’ rating
Toronto, Ontario — Only the Subaru Forester has secured a ‘Good’ rating out of ten tested vehicles in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS) new high-speed vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention evaluation. The test, which evaluated vehicle performance with a motorcycle and semi trailer as well as a passenger car, aimed to address vehicle crashes […]
Hydrogen Help: NHTSA proposes EV and Hydrogen safety requirements
Toronto, Ontario — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has recently released a proposal to establish two new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) for vehicles that use hydrogen as a fuel source. The two safety proposals, FMVSS 307 and FMVSS 308 specifically aim to “reduce deaths due to hydrogen fuel leakages and/or explosion […]
High Speed Highway Shifts: Ten sections of Ontario highway will see speed limit increases
Toronto, Ontario — Beginning July 12th, the Ontario government will raise the speed limit on ten sections of provincial highways in northern and southern Ont. With these changes, the speed limit will permanently increase from 100 km/h to 110 km/h on five sections of Hwy. 401, two sections of Hwy. 403, as well as sections […]
Hear This: 3M recalls 40,000 noise-reducing earmuffs over risk of cracking; 6,700 units sold in Canada
Toronto, Ontario — 3M is recalling approximately 40,000 noise-reducing earmuffs that could crack and lead to a potential overexposure to loud noises for users. According to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, the recalled product, 3M’s Peltor X4 Series Earmuffs were originally produced from March 2020 to September 2022 and sold primarily in the […]
Can You Believe This?! Cars for dynamic duos, trucks that spin and much more
Toronto, Ontario — It’s Friday again! Indulge with a weekly Can You Believe This?! clip from Collision Repair magazine, featuring explosive entertainment; rescue missions gone wrong; bizarre axel choices and much more! The post Can You Believe This?! Cars for dynamic duos, trucks that spin and much more appeared first on Collision Repair Magazine.
Losing Charge: Canadian interest in EVs drops for second year in a row, says AutoTrader survey
Toronto, Ontario — Interest in electric vehicles (EVs) in Canada has dropped for the second year in a row, says a recent AutoTrader survey, despite continued positive indicators from consumers. The survey specifically noted that “while almost half of non-EV owners are open to buying an EV for their next vehicle, interest in EVs has […]
Change the Conversation: AIA Canada hosts 2024 National Conference, with emphasis on industry-wide conversation
Toronto, Ontario — The automotive aftermarket is on the brink of greatness—that was one of the key messages and takeaways from the Automotive Industries Association of Canada’s National Conference on Wednesday. But, before we get there, some serious industry-wide conversations need to happen. AIA Canada hosted its annual event in Mississauga, Ont., this week, beginning […]
Throwback Thursday: Car show season is upon us—look back on Autodream Father’s Day Open House and Car Show 2010
Toronto, Ontario — April showers are nearly gone, and spring is around the corner. With the pep of the season, so returns one of our industry’s favourite past times: car shows. Step into the spirit of the season by taking a look through this week’s Throwback Thursday segment, where we’re bringing it back to the […]
Touting Talent: Skills B.C. sees students exercise auto skills
Victoria, British Columbia — Skills B.C., which took place on April 17th, saw students competing in a variety of automotive competitions and demonstrating diverse industry skills. According to Jamie Maxwell, Director of Competitions for the event, Skills B.C. saw 28 students at both secondary and post-secondary levels competing in automotive technology, autobody repair and car […]
Federal Favour: Federal government announced new Canada carbon rebates for small businesses
Toronto, Ontario — In case you missed it, the Federal government’s 2024 budget includes a new carbon rebate for small businesses to help reduce the impact of environmental costs. The 2024 Federal budget report, which was released on April 16th, specifically notes that “the government is delivering on its commitment to return proceeds from the […]
