Daily Archives: March 12, 2008

Canadians are feeling the effects of gas prices, which have risen close to record levels this week, according to the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA). The high prices are “the result of the continuing rise in the global price of oil,” the Association said. Continue reading →

The elimination of the ecoAUTO Rebate Program without the removal of the vehicle penalty fees will have an adverse effect on the domestic auto industry, according to Canadian Auto Workers Union (CAW) president Buzz Hargrove. Continue reading →

The Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell vehicle debuted in Vancouver yesterday at Globe 2008’s Auto Future Tech Summit. General Motors’ Canadian engineering centre in Ontario is currently building the Equinox fuel cell vehicles as part of the world’s largest fuel cell vehicle fleet. Continue reading →

An initial report by the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) shows strong financial results and high customer satisfaction that should translate into steady or reduced vehicle insurance rates in 2008. Continue reading →

Motorcycle riders in Alberta can now compare instant online insurance quotes through a new service offered by insurance marketplace Kanetix. The new service complements Kanetix’s online shopping services for car insurance and other coverage at www.kanetix.ca. Continue reading →

California continues to lead the U.S. with the country’s worst roads, in spite of making some progress, according to a new report by national transportation research group TRIP. Continue reading →

Chrysler LLC marked a milestone yesterday with the production of its 25,000th Dodge Viper. The vehicle was awarded to Dodge’s NASCAR driver Kurt Busch in a ceremony at the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant where the Viper is built. The Viper was introduced as a concept car at the 1989 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Continue reading →

Chrysler LLC has announced the sale of Tritec Motors, located in Brazil, to Fiat Powertrain Technologies. The purchase includes the facilities, manufacturing unit, production lines and the license to produce the current range of products. Continue reading →

The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) has initiated a pilot program that will integrate plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) into Michigan’s electric grid. The program is part of MPSC’s ongoing “smart grid” collaborative. Continue reading →