Software Struggles: Ontario man told his EV needed a $33k battery replacement; issue fixed by simple software update
Toronto, Ontario — An Ontario man was recently told that his three-year-old electric vehicle would require a new battery at a cost of $33,000; however, the issue was instead solved at no charge by a simple software update. As originally reported by CTV News, Charles Jakl of East Garafraxa near Orangeville, Ont., was told that […]
Reliable Rides: Lexus and Toyota most reliable used cars, says recent Consumer Report
Toronto, Ontario — Consumer Reports has released a study outlining rankings for used cars, with Lexus and Toyota topping the list. The report specifically focused on the reliability of five to 10-year-old models and looked at 26 automotive brands. To calculate a vehicle’s longterm reliability, Consumer Reports compared how many problems a model has to […]
Hijack Hike-Ups: Vehicle thefts in Alberta approaching Quebec and Ontario levels, says new CISC report
Edmonton, Alberta — A new federal intelligence report from the Criminal Intelligence Service Canada (CISC) has outlined that Quebec and Ontario organized crime members are traveling to steal vehicles from Alberta, increasing overall theft rates. In 2022 and 2023, Alberta reported 24,588 stolen vehicles compared to Quebec’s 29,705, as indicated by data from Équité Association. […]
Automatic Assistance: Ontario licence plates now both free and automatically renewing
Toronto, Ontario — As of July 1, licence plate renewal in Ontario is now both free and automatic with the provincial government updating the rules for passenger vehicles. In a statement, Prabmeet Sarkaria, Ontario’s Minister of Transportation commented that the government “is making life more affordable and convenient for drivers.” The ministry further claims that […]
Introducing Incentives: Manitoba follows through with promise of $4,000 provincial EV purchase rebate program
Winnipeg, Manitoba — The Manitoba government has followed through with its promise of electric vehicle (EV) financial support and has successfully introduced its $4,000 provincial rebate program for new EVs, with $2,500 going towards used EVs. With the adoption of this incentive program, Manitoba is now the seventh province in Canada to offer EV rebates, […]
Beat the heat: How to keep your car cool during the summer
Toronto, Ontario — Summer is finally here, and with the weather quickly rising, consumers increasingly need to find ways to keep things cool, especially their vehicles. Engines are known to run hot, and if not maintained, things can go wrong very fast. Hector Garcia, a mechanic in Burton, Michigan, originally told ABC12 News that he […]
Charged Charges: B.C. government changes conditions for electric vehicle rebates; removes 75 percent previously eligible vehicles
Victoria, British Columbia — On June 18th, the Government of British Columbia announced the decision to change the program criteria for electric vehicle (EVs) rebates, thereby making it so that approximately 75 percent of previously eligible vehicles no longer qualify for the province’s economic incentive. The B.C. government specifically lowered the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) […]
Comparative SUV Safety: IIHS Finds Jeep Wagoneer Outperforms Other Popular Models
Toronto, Ontario — Discover the latest insights into SUV safety with the recent report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). According to the IIHS, among popular SUV models, only the Jeep Wagoneer qualifies for the prestigious 2024 Top Safety Pick award. This accolade sets the Wagoneer apart from competitors like the Chevrolet Tahoe […]
A Quarter Charged: AAA study reveals quarter of U.S. drivers prepared to make the switch to electric vehicles
Toronto, Ontario — In March 2023, the American Automobile Association (AAA) conducted a survey about electric vehicle (EV) adoption and found that one in four U.S. adults say they would be “very likely” or “likely” to buy an exclusively electric-powered vehicle. The survey, which ran between March 2nd to the 7th, 2023 and polled 1,170 […]
Losing Charge: Only 11 percent of Canadian new-vehicle shoppers ‘very likely’ to consider an EV, says J.D. Power report
Toronto, Ontario — According to a recent report from J.D. Power entitled “2024 Canada Electric Vehicle Consideration Study,” just 11 percent of new-vehicle shoppers in the country are “very likely” to consider an electric vehicle (EV) for their next purchase. This figure represents a three percentage point decrease from 2023 and the second consecutive year […]