Manufacturing

Honda released the first sketch previewing the design of the all-new Prologue full-electric SUV launching in 2024. The first Honda model designed primarily through virtual reality visualization technology. “The Prologue is Honda’s first electric vehicle in Canada and is the result of a strategic North American plan announced two years ago that includes a collaboration with GM […]

Kia Corporation announced that it will establish an all-new, high-tech smart manufacturing facility dedicated to producing electric Purpose Built Vehicles (PBVs). The intelligent new production hub for PBVs will be located within Kia’s existing Hwaseong manufacturing site in Korea. The company plans to begin construction in the first half of 2023, with the aim to

Volvo Cars announced that its Advanced Air Cleaner technology in its new 90 and 60 series models vehicles has been certified asthma and allergy friendly, by Allergy Standards Limited (ASL), removing up to 99.9 per cent of grass, tree and weed pollen allergens from incoming air. Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) is an independent certification programme

Go Auto has been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies by Deloitte for the fourth consecutive year, moving to Gold Standard in 2022. The 2022 Best Managed program award winners are amongst the best-in-class of Canadian-owned and managed companies with revenues over $50 million demonstrating leadership in the areas of strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and

The Hyundai Tucson has won the 2022 AM Award for Used Car of the Year, voted for by AM readers, beating rivals including the Vauxhall Corsa, Ford Fiesta and Kia Sportage. The Tucson was re-launched in 2015 as a sharp looking, family-friendly SUV, giving Hyundai a much-needed competitor in the growing compact crossover segment. It

As supply-chain issues affect available inventory at auto dealerships in Canada, it also means fewer new- and used-vehicle transactions during which lenders can provide a high level of service to dealers and deliver on their value proposition. According to the J.D. Power 2022 Canada Dealer Financing Satisfaction Study, overall satisfaction increased across all four segments

6 Advertisement Advertisement Renault is accepting pre-orders for its new fully electric Megane E-Tech, allowing prospective customers to secure one of the first examples of the model for a £500 deposit. Priority List customers will also gain access to exclusive launch events and test drive opportunities. To date, more than 7,000 customers have expressed an

OpenRoad Auto Group has once more received Canada’s Best Managed Companies award for 10 years running. OpenRoad achieved Platinum Club status with the Canada’s Best Managed Companies program by retaining its Best Managed designation for seven consecutive years or more. “To be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 10 years in a row speaks

VinFast Auto Canada announced its battery subscription program for the VF 8 and VF 9. The delivery of the vehicles to Canadian consumers is planned to commence in the second half of 2022, with two versions: the Eco and Plus. There will be two battery options for each version with different target range estimates per

Cion Digital announced its expansion into the Canadian market to enable auto dealers to support cryptocurrency transactions. “With almost half of Millennials now owning crypto, we are delighted to help Canadian dealers support this fast-growing market of buyers who demand more financing and purchasing options at the dealership,” said Fred Brothers, president, and co-founder of