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Automotive Industry

Stay up-to-date on the the latest Canadian automotive industry news, including car manufacturing in Canada. We also provide consistent updates on the latest car recalls and truck recalls in Canada to ensure are readers stay informed.

Compact Maverick pickup is Ford’s solution to downsize demands

Ford's-all new compact pickup features front-wheel-drive and a hybrid powertrain Read More

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Jun 7, 2021, 5:00 PM

2021 Lincoln Nautilus upgrades focus on serenity

Designers at Ford’s flagship luxury division have taken Lincoln interiors to a new level Read More

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Nov 19, 2020, 11:30 PM

Ford E-Transit full-size van offers fully-electric efficiency

The fully-electric E-Transit offers clear business advantages to fleet customers Read More

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Nov 11, 2020, 11:20 PM

Car nameplates that are as distinctive as the cars they define

A car's name may be important but the right script adds distinction to its character Read More

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Jul 28, 2020, 8:15 AM

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What cars are now built in Canada?

The number of auto models made in Canada is declining but the country is still a major producer Read More

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Jun 30, 2020, 8:30 AM

First Look: 2021 Ford F-150 Pickup

Ford's flagship pickup gets hybrid powertrain in 2021 makeover Read More

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Jun 25, 2020, 6:00 AM

Toyota builds its nine-millionth Vehicle in Canada

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada began operations in Cambridge, ON, in 1988 Read More

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Jun 1, 2020, 1:40 AM

Nine iconic car models that became their own brands

When a model achieves great success, it sometimes gets an expanded role Read More


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Datsun name set to disappear – again!

Nissan is said to be dropping the Datsun brand name used in developing markets Read More


Kia, Porsche big winners in 2020 World Car Awards

The 2020 World Car Awards were announced in a low-key manner in deference to the impact of Covid-19 Read More

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Apr 7, 2020, 3:00 PM

DID YOU KNOW: Mercedes was named for an 11-year-old girl?

On April 2, 1900, Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft began calling its automobiles Mercédès Read More


DID YOU KNOW: Mazda began business as a producer of cork?

To honour its origins, Mazda is using cork trim in the new MX-30’s interior trim Read More

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Mar 31, 2020, 11:00 PM

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16 books for auto-enthusiasts while self-isolating

Here's an assortment of books to help fill your unexpected free time with automotive content Read More


Ford recalls 6,000 Rangers over faulty HVACs that could ignite

Pickups had HVAC motors replaced, but replacement parts could cause short Read More

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Mar 11, 2020, 2:00 PM

Fiat Chrysler to turn idle transmission plant into engine plant

Transmission Plant II in Kokomo becomes FCA’s first ever engine plant in Indiana Read More

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Mar 7, 2020, 3:00 PM

Toyota recalls 3.2 million vehicles globally for faulty fuel pumps

Almost all Lexus, Toyota vehicles affected, with about 2 million in North America Read More

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Mar 5, 2020, 3:00 PM

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Kia recalling over 420,000 vehicles in 3 actions due to fire risk

Sedona minivans named in two recalls; Sorentos and Optimas also affected Read More

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Mar 1, 2020, 3:00 PM

Ford recalls a quarter million F-Series for a variety of issues

Issues include LED headlights, block heaters and insufficient rear axle lubricant Read More

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Feb 26, 2020, 3:00 PM

Volvo pushes universal safety regulations, shows safer controls

Volvo notes large gap between safety in developed and in developing nations Read More

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Feb 19, 2020, 12:00 PM

GM pulls plug on Holden and pulls Chevrolet from Thailand

Australian-based company started marketing cars in 1908 and joined GM in 1931 Read More

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Feb 17, 2020, 12:00 PM

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Ford recalls 230,000 vehicles over rear suspension issues

Issue affects Ford Taurus SHO and Police Interceptor, Ford Flex and Lincoln MKT Read More

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Feb 13, 2020, 11:30 AM

Dodge puts accent on 2020 Durango SRT with Black and Grey packages

Durango SRT gets Black centre stripe; SRT Black gets Grey/Black exterior accents Read More

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Jan 31, 2020, 1:00 PM

Bentley recruits candidates for its continuing-education program

Particularly keen on candidates with digital and technology skills and interests Read More

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Jan 28, 2020, 11:30 AM

Toyota invests $700 million US in Indiana to build 2020 Highlander

Move is part of plan to realign production at North American plants by 2022 Read More

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Jan 19, 2020, 12:30 PM

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GM invests over $45 million in engine plants that build 5.3L V-8

$40 million will go to the Spring Hill, Tenn. plant; 6.7 million to Tonawanda, NY Read More

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Jan 18, 2020, 5:00 PM

Volkswagen touts its electric ambitions at the Petersen Museum

Volkswagen has one of the industry’s most ambitious EV plans and it wants everyone to know about it Read More

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Jan 17, 2020, 3:35 AM

Canadians can charge their EVs while shopping at Canadian Tire

By end of 2020, 90 Canadian Tire locations will have a total of 240 fast chargers Read More

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Jan 15, 2020, 6:30 PM

Toyota recalls over 750,000 vehicles to address faulty fuel pumps

Recall affects almost every Lexus and Toyota vehicle from 2018-2019 model years Read More

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Jan 14, 2020, 4:30 PM

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Takata airbag recall claims another half million Subaru models

Recall nets Baja, Forester, Impreza, Impreza WRX, Legacy, Outback, and Saab 9-2X Read More

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Jan 10, 2020, 5:30 PM

Aston Martin takes brand to lofty heights with Airbus partnership

Stylish ACH130 Aston Martin Edition offers four interior and exterior choices Read More

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Jan 3, 2020, 5:30 PM

Volkswagen celebrates EV milestone, speeds up future sales targets

VW recently reached quarter-million mark in EV sales, plans to sell 1.5M by 2025 Read More

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Jan 2, 2020, 4:30 PM

Volkswagen bids auf wiedersehen to Beetle in touching short film

Production includes pop culture references and cameos by Kevin Bacon and others. Read More

Classic Cars Auto Industry
Dec 31, 2019, 1:30 PM

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Turbos, hybrids and EVs top Wards powertrain class for 2020

Wards editors chose top-10 from list of 26 engines and electric propulsion systems Read More

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Dec 24, 2019, 5:30 PM

McLaren Speedtail passes speed validation with 30 runs of 400 km/h

A prototype completed sustained runs of 400 km/h on space-shuttle landing strip Read More


Ford recalls 600,000 Fusion, Lincoln MKZ and Mercury Milan sedans

Hydraulic control units may have a valve stuck open, affecting brake pedal travel Read More

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Dec 20, 2019, 4:30 PM

GM invests $1.5 billion in plant to build next-gen midsize pickups

Wentzville, Missouri plant to upgrade body shop, paint shop and general assembly Read More

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Dec 15, 2019, 4:30 PM

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Ford recalls half a million pickups over cabin fire concerns

Super Duty SuperCrew seatbelt pretensioners may ignite carpet on crash deployment Read More

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Dec 13, 2019, 4:30 PM

Ford recalls over 265,000 Super Duty pickups, Explorers, Aviators

Pickups have tailgates that could unlatch; Explorers and Aviators at risk of fire Read More

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Dec 6, 2019, 4:30 PM

Ford creates new composite components from McDonald's coffee waste

Coffee bean chaff can be used to reinforce auto parts, such as headlamp housings Read More


Ford Super Duty pickups nearly sweep Top-10 most stolen vehicles

First generation pickups capture eight of top 10 spots in Insurance Bureau study Read More

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Dec 4, 2019, 4:30 PM

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