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Watts the Damage: University of Nebraska crash tests indicate highway safety features not ready for EVs

Nebraska, United States — Concerns remain as to whether current highway safety features like guardrails and concrete barriers can withstand the increased weight of electric vehicles, compared to ICE vehicles, following a series of tests by the University of Nebraska Midwest Roadside Safety Facility. A fourth electric vehicle crash test was conducted by the Midwest […]

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Ban Banter: Nearly 60 percent of Canadians oppose federal EV mandate, says recent poll

Ottawa, Ontario — The majority of Canadians oppose the federal government’s plan to ban the sales of new gas and diesel-powered vehicles beyond 2035, according to poll results from the Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF). The Leger poll, commissioned by the CTF, asked Canadians if they support or oppose the federal ban on selling new gas-powered […]

Relive the Experience: EV Repair Tour Montreal, supported by Fix Network, videos now available for viewing

Montreal, Quebec — On September 18, Collision Repair mag hosted the fifth leg of its EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network, at the Fix Network Blainville Training Centre. Dozens of attendees enjoyed a day of networking, thoughtful chats on zero-emissions vehicles, presentations from experts on EV technologies and a cocktail hour to close things […]

Meet the Speakers: Brendan Piper, EV engagement specialist, to speak at EV Repair Tour Halifax, supported by Fix Network

Halifax, Nova Scotia — Next Wednesday, October 9, Collision Repair magazine will be in Halifax, Nova Scotia, for the latest stop on the EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network. Attendees of this free event will discover a wealth of new EV knowledge via our lineup of expert speakers—which includes Brendan Piper, electric vehicle engagement […]

Meet the Speakers: David Giles, EV education product specialist for ConsuLab, at EV Repair Tour Halifax, supported by Fix Network

Halifax, Nova Scotia — Next Wednesday, October 9, Collision Repair magazine will be in Halifax, Nova Scotia for the next stop on our EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network. Join us for a day of EV repair education from specialists like David Giles, who will deliver his key insights from a 20-year career in […]

EV/AV Report: Recent study reveals majority of Quebec drivers oppose the loss of ZEV incentives; while Nissan’s ProPilot Assist reminds drivers to limit time in left lane

Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly electric and autonomous vehicle report, a new study conducted by Leger reveals that the majority of Quebec drivers oppose the loss of ZEV incentives in the province; while Nissan announces the latest version of ProPilot Assist, which reminds drivers to limit time spent driving in the left lane. Static […]

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Move Over, Brother: Waymo’s autonomous taxis engage in ‘honk wars’

San Francisco, California — Autonomous rideshare company Waymo is dealing with internal robot-relations drama. The company’s cars are waking San Francisco residents, blaring their horns as they return to parking lots at the end of their shifts, sometimes as early as four in the morning. Waymo says its cars are programmed to honk at drivers […]

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Video Interview: Bill Brower emphasizes Solera’s commitment to sustainable claims

Toronto, Ontario — The automotive sector is in the midst of profound changes. With obstacles like electric vehicle integration, heightened repair complexities, and a wide range of emerging technologies, Bill Brower, who serves as the senior vice president for global industry relations and North American claims, predicts that the collision repair field will undergo more […]

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Tuesday Ticker: Analysts warn Tesla robotaxi event may fall short of expectations; European battery firm lays off workers, scales back plans

Toronto, Ontario ⁠— In this weekly Tuesday Ticker, Morgan Stanley warns that Tesla’s Oct. 10 event may fall short of wickedly high expectations. Plus, a Swedish-based battery firm faces further struggles. Building suspense for stock’s sake Tesla’s Robotaxi is set to debut at the company’s event on Oct. 10⁠—but fans and analysts are worried the […]

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Next Up, Halifax: Collision Repair magazine’s EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network, off to the East Coast

Halifax, Nova Scotia ⁠— After a successful run in Montreal, Quebec, Collision Repair’s EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network, will make its next stop at the CAA Atlantic Halifax Location on October 9, 2024. Join Collision Repair magazine, Fix Network and a lineup of expert EV speakers for a day of EV repair knowledge. […]

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EV/AV Report: GM EV drivers gain access to Tesla superchargers; while distracted drivers learn how to get around autonomous vehicle warnings

Toronto, Ontario — In this electric and autonomous vehicle report, General Motors EV drivers gain access to Tesla superchargers; while an IIHS study reveals that perhaps too many drivers are multitasking while their vehicles are set for partially automated driving. GM gets supercharged On September 18, 2024, General Motors (GM) and Tesla announced that Chevy, […]

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Embracing Electric: EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network, educates collision repair industry members at Montreal event

Blainville, Quebec — On Wednesday, Collision Repair magazine’s EV Repair Tour, supported by Fix Network, continued its cross-Canada tour sharing electric vehicle repair information for the automotive aftermarket. With dozens in attendance, the event featured four speakers and Fix Network’s Phillippe-Andre Bisson on the mic as emcee. Phillippe Bussières, senior advisor at Conseil provincial des […]

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