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News Auto Repair & ServiceElectric VehiclesIndustry TrendsJobbers & WDsOE newsSupplier News & AnnouncementsVehicle Technology Auto associations to map out ZEV plans
March 23, 2022 by
Adam Malik
The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association, the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association and Global Automakers of Canada are launching a new initiative to help Canadians understand what it will take for Canada to achieve its zero-emission vehicles (ZEV) sales targets. The groups…
News Electric VehiclesOE newsVehicle Technology Sony, Honda teaming up on EVs
March 17, 2022 by
Adam Malik
Months after announcing its mobility division, Sony announced a partnership with Honda to build electric vehicles. Honda will build the vehicles while Sony brings the mobility expertise. It was at CES in January that Sony announced its new electric-vehicle unit,…
News Auto Repair & ServiceJobbers & WDsPodcastSupplier News & AnnouncementsVehicle Technology ASW Conversations: What will it take for autonomous vehicle acceptance?
March 10, 2022 by
Adam Malik
Auto Service World — ASW Conversations: What will it take for autonomous vehicle acceptance? There has been plenty of skepticism about automated vehicles recently. It would appear the technology won’t be ready in the timeframe predicted just a few years…
News Industry TrendsMarket Research & StatisticsVehicle Technology Where Canada ranks in AV readiness
March 8, 2022 by
Adam Malik
The United States leads the world in readiness for autonomous vehicles. Canada just missed out on the top five, placing sixth overall. Insurance comparison website Confused.com graded preparedness for AVs for countries around the world. It scored the countries on…
News Auto Repair & ServiceElectric VehiclesEvent NewsVehicle Technology The training techs should get for EVs
March 3, 2022 by
Adam Malik
Working with electric vehicles means automotive service and repair technicians need to up their training and pack their patience. If the thought of electrical knowledge “makes you sweat,” then Ben Johnson, director of product management at Mitchell 1, recommends you…
News Auto Repair & ServiceJobbers & WDsPodcastSupplier News & AnnouncementsVehicle Technology ASW Conversations: Examining LiDAR, and its impact on shops
February 22, 2022 by
Adam Malik
Auto Service World — ASW Conversations: Examining LiDAR, and its impact on shops LiDAR, Light Detection and Ranging, is quickly becoming the preferred option for autonomous vehicles. In our latest episode of ASW Conversations, host Peter Bulmer speaks with Rick…
News AnnouncementsAssociation NewsConsumer trendsVehicle Technology The group trying to raise the profile of AVs
February 22, 2022 by
Adam Malik
A campaign to inform Canadian consumers and policy makers about automated vehicles is underway. Partners for Automated Vehicle Education (PAVE) launched PAVE Canada as a non-profit partnership of organizations raising awareness about the potential and the reality of automated vehicle…
News Consumer trendsEvent NewsIndustry TrendsVehicle Technology Why experts say we should probably forget about autonomous vehicles
February 17, 2022 by
Adam Malik
So much can change in just a few years. It wasn’t that long ago when autonomous vehicles were all the rage. About three years ago, many figured we would see start seeing fully autonomous vehicles on our roads by now.…
News Auto Repair & ServiceBusiness ManagementElectric VehiclesEvent NewsIndustry TrendsVehicle Technology Why it will take time to learn how to service EVs
February 15, 2022 by
Adam Malik
Rome wasn’t built in a day and automotive technicians won’t become experts in servicing electric vehicles overnight, advised an industry expert. The best tool in the toolbox of a technician is their experience, said Ben Johnson, director of product management…
News Electric VehiclesMarket Research & StatisticsVehicle Technology What type of vehicle catches fire most often?
February 11, 2022 by
Adam Malik
A common worry among potential electric vehicle owners is the possibility of a fire. But the fear appears to be overblown, according to new research. Turns out, hybrids lead the way when it comes to the risk of catching fire…
News Association NewsJobbers & WDsLegislation RegulationsSupplier News & AnnouncementsVehicle Technology Right to repair bill introduced in Canada
February 8, 2022 by
Adam Malik
A bill focused on ‘right to repair’ is back on the table in Canada. Legislation was introduced in Canada by Brian Masse, an NDP member of Parliament representing Windsor West in Ontario, as a private member’s bill. If passed, the…
News Consumer trendsLegislation RegulationsVehicle safetyVehicle Technology Pushing for better onboard tech safety
February 4, 2022 by
Adam Malik
There’s a lack of regulatory oversight into onboard vehicle technology and industry advocates want to see better guidance and consumer awareness. There are many risks around increasingly complex vehicle controls. Concerns have been raised by several advocacy groups over the…