Author name: Tom Venetis

Toyota announced a major upgrade to its Highlander series for 2023 with Toyota Multimedia and other amenities, as well as enhancements to the Highlander gas models with a new turbo engine that delivers more torque while reducing emissions. “Refined and elevated, the Toyota Highlander series is a beautiful blend of design, performance, and technology. It’s […]

Celebrating its 50th anniversary with an eye on the future of personal transportation, the Canadian International AutoShow is set to return to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in February 2023. Following a forced two-year hiatus because of the pandemic, the AutoShow is once again poised to be Canada’s ultimate showcase of new vehicles, with a spotlight

The Government of British Columbia announce it will be creating 44 new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in communities and municipalities throughout the province. “As British Columbians are switching to electric vehicles at record speed, we continue to expand our network of electric charging stations and accelerate toward our CleanBC goal of completing B.C.’s electric

Honda and LG Energy Solution announced that their new joint venture (JV) battery plant will be located in Fayette County, Ohio, about 40 miles southwest of Columbus, where the two companies will commit to investing US$3.5 billion and creating 2,200 jobs, pending final government approvals. The companies’ overall investment related to the JV is projected

Audi’s House of Progress makes its North American debut in Montréal, Canada this October 13-16. From Tokyo to São Paolo and most recently in Milan for Design Week, the House of Progress will present Audi’s vision for the future of premium mobility through an immersive consumer experience that highlights the brand’s complete EV lineup, showcases Audi’s grandsphere concept car, and depicts Audi’s

General Motors announced the introduction of Ultium Home and Ultium Commercial, which in combination with the existing Ultium Charge 360, create a holistic ecosystem of energy management products and services that will be housed under a new business unit called GM Energy. GM Energy’s connected product and service offerings are designed to offer cohesive energy management

J.D. Power announced the introduction to Canada of the J.D. Power Dealer of Excellence Program and the first five dealerships to be recognized for their efficient, transparent and customer-friendly sales experience. The program will help vehicle shoppers make more informed decisions, building on the trust consumers and automakers have put in J.D. Power studies for decades.

Hyundai is redefining its communications in Canada by releasing a catalogue of all-new marketing communications, drawing on cultural elements from its dual national identity – South Korea and Canada. Hyundai Auto Canada’s new platform is “We make WAH” with continued emphasis on the Korean expression – “WAH” (와). The phrase “WAH” similar to “Wow” in

Hyundai Auto Canada announced a long-term partnership with French-Canadian singer and businesswoman Marilou as the brand’s exclusive Quebec brand ambassador. Marilou will collaborate with Hyundai Auto Canada to highlight her unique lifestyle in ways that bring “WAH” (와) to both Hyundai customers and retailers in Quebec. Born and raised in Longueuil, Marilou’s loyal and engaged following will be able

The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) has announced the launch of its $500 million zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) Charging and Hydrogen Refuelling Infrastructure Initiative (CHRI). The goals of the initiative are to reduce transportation sector greenhouse gas emissions by accelerating the private sector’s rollout of large-scale ZEV chargers and hydrogen refuelling stations, spur the market for private