Leading market intelligence provider iDTechEx has provided insights on mobility trends for 20 years. In this time, electric vehicle start-ups have moved from obscurity into some of the world's most valuable companies, most traditional automakers have committed to an...
In British Columbia this past November, flooding and washouts associated with a severe rain event damaged more than 20 sites along 130 kilometres of the Coquihalla Highway between Hope and Merritt. This included seven bridges where spans completely collapsed or were...
Fans of Ken Block's "Gymkhana" video series will be saddened at the passing of the radically modified Mustang he called the "Hoonigan" into the annals of history, but when it comes to tire-smoking automotive acrobatics, the Hoonigan's got nothing on his new EV. Yes,...
The motorsports industry’s best products were honoured at the 33rd annual Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show in Indianapolis earlier this month. In all, nearly 30 exceptional parts and accessories were recognized by a panel of 12 judges representing...
It’s been going on for some time now, but what was once characterized as a way for the “old-economy” automakers to position themselves as “new-economy” technology firms is now well and truly integral to the mobility model. While annual car shows are once again on the...
The 4th Annual Aftermarket Intelligence Issue features the latest Canadian automotive service market data from J.D. Power and Trends to Watch for aftermarket businesses at all levels. Plus, special this year, is Special Feature “A Positive Force for Engine Builders:...
Ontario is investing an additional $90 million over three years to further promote the skilled trades to young people. This investment responds to the Apprenticeship Youth Advisors report, which includes several recommendations to help solve the shortage of skilled...
by Dean Law, Law's Automotive Portage la Prairie, Man. Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines are a growing portion of the vehicles on the road. But there are a lot of common complaints of poor performance or low fuel pressure, and a lot of noise coming from the...
It can be tempting to forgo even quick inspections in the face of a long line of cars needing winter tire changeovers and battery replacements, but it is important to communicate the need to ensure the consumer’s vehicle is in good working order. Even where winter...