Can You Jumpstart an Electric Vehicle?: Finding the LV Battery is the First Step
Understanding EV Batteries Before diving into the electric vehicle jumpstart process, it is essential to understand the different types of batteries used in EVs. EVs typically have two main types of batteries: the high-voltage (HV) battery and the low-voltage (LV) battery. The HV battery, or high-voltage battery, is the primary power source for the vehicle, […]
Overcoming Oil Leaks: Genesis, Kia recall 8,469 vehicles in Canada for fire risk
Toronto, Ontario — Luxury automaker Genesis is recalling 2,943 copies of its three sedan models in Canada; while Kia is recalling 5,526 versions of its Stinger due to a fire risk. The recall is specifically for vehicles featuring a 3.3L twin-turbocharged V6 engine with a turbocharger oil-feed pipe that could potentially leak oil on hot […]
Diminished Dealership Deals: Honda Canada will cut dealer margins by up to 44 percent
Toronto, Ontario — According to a recent report made by Automotive News Canada, Honda Canada will be cutting dealer profit margins on each car sold by up to 44 percent. This decision is specifically highlighted as a strategy from the automaker to help it finance the transition toward electric vehicles. Honda Canada has not shared […]
Unlocking Theft: Canada’s Most Stolen Cars Targeted via Diagnostic Ports
Toronto, Ontario — According to insight from Équité Association and Bryan Gast, vice president of investigative services at Honda CR-V, the most commonly stolen vehicles in Canada share one common feature: the inclusion of an onboard diagnostic (OBD) port. In 2023, Équité Association revealed that the most commonly stolen vehicles in Canada were the following: […]
Payment Pains: Ford files patent for car payment system that could remotely shut off vehicle engine, air conditioning and more
Toronto, Ontario — Ford Motor Co. has filed a patent for a technology that could remotely shutdown a vehicle’s radio, air conditioning, or even engine if a driver misses a car payment. Specifically, according to Ford’s patent application, for repossession-linked technology, cruise control and automated windows could be disabled if a consumer doesn’t acknowledge a […]
Document Developments: Quebec to offer ‘X’ gender option for driver’s licenses, health cards
Quebec City, Quebec — Quebec citizens who do not identify as either male or female will soon be able to opt for an ‘X’ gender marker on their driver’s licenses and health cards. Both Quebec’s automobile insurance board and its public health insurance board have been informed of the government’s decision to add a third […]
Electrified Charges: Alberta to introduce $200 annual electric vehicle tax
Edmonton, Alberta — Electric car owners in Alberta will be required to pay an annual $200 electric vehicle tax starting in January 2025. The province unveiled its 2024 budget last Thursday and says that the new tax will be applied when electric vehicle owners register their vehicle and will be in addition to the current […]
The Cost of Going Green: New study shows EVs most economical in Quebec
Victoria, British Columbia — A new study by the University of British Columbia (UBC) highlights how it is cheaper in some regions to drive an electric vehicle (EV). In their study, researchers specifically analyzed how far people need to drive their electric vehicles in order to break even on the cost when considering factors such […]
Consumer car problems up 17 percent: JD Power Study
The recently released J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study says vehicle owners are reporting a significant increase in vehicle problems after three years of ownership, with a staggering 17 percent rise compared to previous years. This revelation sheds light on the potential challenges and frustrations that consumers may face as their vehicles age and […]
Insurance Bureau of Canada: ‘Good Drivers’ Pay Higher Alberta Car Insurance Premiums
The Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) released a report highlighting a concerning trend in Alberta car insurance premiums. According to the report, insurance companies burden “good” drivers in the province with higher auto insurance premiums to subsidize high-risk drivers’ insurance. This situation raises important questions about fairness and equity within the insurance system. How it […]