Snowstorm Surges: ICBC claims increased by 160 percent following extreme winter weather
Victoria, British Columbia — The Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) has experienced a surge in insurance claims following the recent bout of extreme winter weather conditions in the province this month. The insurance provider specifically saw 3,500 claims on January 11, a 160 percent increase from the average 1,300 claims per day, according to […]
Shock Rates: $60,000 repair bill leads to scrapping of 2022 model year EV
Vancouver, British Columbia — Kyle Hsu, a Vancouver resident was in disbelief when his 2022 Hyundai Ioniq electric vehicle faced a $60,000 repair bill due to a damaged battery pack. Hsu was informed that the damage voided the warranty on his nearly brand-new vehicle. This left the owner with no option but to seek compensation […]
Lost in Translation: Ontario gives honourable mention to 5,000+ rejected personalized license plate applications
Toronto, Ontario — The Ministry of Transportation has revealed that more than 5,000 applications for personalized Ontario license plates were rejected in 2023 due to violating ministry regulations. While personalized plates can include between two to eight characters using a mix of letters and numbers, government regulations restrict references to sexual, violent, or abusive language […]
Tuesday Ticker: Tesla shares drop three percent amid supply chain and other struggles; Toyota makes plans for a stellar year
Photo: Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg. Michael Wolf. Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly Tuesday Ticker, Tesla faces a triple threat of troubles, while Toyota makes plans to break production records for the second consecutive year. The NASDAQ remained closed on Monday due to Martin Luther King Day. Tumultuous times for Tesla Tesla is facing supply chain delays […]
Collision repair experts, OEM reps engage in meaningful dialogue on industry best practices
Markham, Ontario — In a significant gathering being touted as the most compelling collision repair meeting in recent past, shop owners and managers representing more than 150 unique locations across Canada came together in Markham, Ontario. The event, hosted Jan. 13 by Jeff Pabst and Pfaff Autoworks, saw more than 75 shop owners and managers […]
Supply and Support: Consolidated Dealers donate $50,000 in equipment to Algonquin College autobody apprentices
Ottawa, Ontario — Algonquin College School of Advanced Technology received a donation of $50,000 in equipment from Consolidated Dealers to support autobody and collision damage repair apprentices. Consolidated Dealers’ Ottawa office and warehouse location has been a longtime supporter of the Autobody and Collision Damage Repair apprenticeship program with donations of tools, equipment and consumable […]
Amino Growth: Federal Government invests $2 million in Ontario based auto body panel manufacturer
Ottawa, Ontario — Amino North America Corp., an automotive body panel and components manufacturer in St. Thomas, Ontario, is set to receive a $2 million investment from the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario). The Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister responsible for FedDev Ontario, alongside Peter Fragiskatos, Member of Parliament for London North […]
DUI Deterrents: Magna develops impaired driving prevention technology
Toronto, Ontario — Mobility technology company, Magna has developed a concept technology to combat impaired driving. Introduced at the Consumer Electronic Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada, the technology is designed to reduce impaired driving by using an interior sensor and camera device embedded in the cockpit of the vehicle. Specifically, the new technology determines […]
EV/AV Report: Electric vehicles quick-swap; while autonomous vehicles are in demand
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, Kia showcases its “Platform Beyond Vehicle” scheme at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES); while a survey from Ghost Autonomy shows consumer interest in autonomous vehicles. Bop it, twist it, swap it At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada, Kia has […]
Taking a Turn: Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 uses ‘e-Corner’ system to drive sideways
Toronto, Ontario — Hyundai has featured a concept car capable of driving sideways via wheels that can rotate up to 90 degrees. Featured at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the vehicle, referred to as the Mobion, is an augmented Ioniq 5 from Hyundai parts group Mobis. The vehicle incorporates a next generation “e-Corner system,” meaning […]