The Biden administration has proposed a US$2 billion plan for renewable energy, to help boost the markets for electric vehicles, and more — with $174 billion aimed at EVs. The goal is to wean the country off of fossil fuels …
A global shortage of semiconductor chips may have impacted production for several OEMs, but it has not stopped a number of automakers from reporting a rebound in its first-quarter U.S. sales. “The need for increased personal safety during the COVID-19 …
The Australian Labor Party said it will exempt electric vehicles from import and fringe benefit taxes, if selected as the winner of the next federal election. The new policy platform outline indicates that “By reducing upfront costs, (the policy) will …
A Volkswagen joint venture in China will reportedly purchase green car credits from Tesla to help it meet its local environmental rules, according to Reuters. “The deal, the first of its kind to be reported between the two companies in …
Honda and Acura have recalled 628,124 vehicles, because the low-pressure fuel pumps could fail and cause the vehicle to stall, possibly leading to a collision, according to the U.S. National Traffic Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall affects vehicles from …
The Dilawri Group launched an online, integrated and real-time dealership experience for consumers that would prefer to work through the car buying process remotely rather than in-store. Dilawri Anywhere 2.0 was launched on March 31 at Audi Thornhill in Ontario …
The Canadian and U.S. used vehicle markets experienced record-breaking wholesale price increases this past week, ending on March 26, even as the industry struggles with production shortages around new vehicles and strong demand for both new and used models. The …
Does Quebec have the worst roads in the country? According to a study by the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA), Quebecers are paying significantly for poor roads, to the tune of nearly $1.4 billion per year. “Canada’s roads are vital for …
The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) announced the winner of the Canadian Car of the Year for 2021, with the Mazda3 clinching the win for the second consecutive year. It is the only nameplate ever to win the Canadian …
Genesis was recently named the 2021 Canadian Utility Vehicle of the Year by the Automotive Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) — a first for the automaker. The GV80 model was the official winner of that award. Winners for the 2021 …
Distribution Stox recently announced an agreement with tire manufacturer Michelin that will see the Atlantic provinces benefit from a broader product line. The distribution agreement means New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Prince Edward Island will benefit from Michelin products …
KAR Auction Services unit ADESA recently launched new geo-locating devices at some of its locations in the United States and Canada to help improve efficiency, security, and the customer experience. The new service combines a mobile app and GPS-enabled technology. …
