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NewsTwo Vehicle Factories in Ontario Now Breathing a Sigh of Relief
Amid slowing demand for electric vehicles and the economic upheaval caused by U.S. President Donald Trump's policies, Detroit’s Big Three have had to revise some of their plans, at the expense of their manufacturing operations in Canada. However, two Stellantis and General Motors factories in Ontario had fairly good news …
On this day in history: December 5
  • 1977: Introducing the new Dodge Omni and Plymouth Horizon. They will be officially unveiled in January 1978.
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NewsCelebrating Canada’s Auto Industry and Products
There’s no better day than Canada Day to remind everyone from coast to coast that Canada is the world’s 13th-largest vehicle producer and seventh-largest auto exporter by value. Vehicle and parts manufacturing account for about 10 percent of the country’s manufacturing GDP and 23 percent of its manufacturing trade. Four …
NewsGM’s Next-Gen V8 Engines Benefit From Another Huge Investment
While pushing electrification, General Motors is also working on a new generation of V8 engines—the sixth—mainly for full-size pickups and SUVs. After announcing an investment of $854 million USD in January 2023, the automaker is now committing another $888 million to boost production. All that money will go to the …
NewsGM to Cut One Shift at Oshawa Truck Plant Due to Tariffs
The union representing workers at GM’s Oshawa Assembly plant in Ontario is calling for swift action following the decision by the automaker to go from a three-shift to a two-shift operation this fall due to tariffs imposed by U.S. president Donald Trump. As part of its plans, GM says it …
NewsAll the Vehicles Built in Canada and Mexico That Are Sold in the U.S.
U.S. President Donald Trump's 25-percent tariff on all foreign-made automobiles and parts has now come into effect. Vehicles from Canada and Mexico that meet CUSMA's trade rules will be hit by the tariff only on the non-American content. But make no mistake: this will result in significant price hikes all …
NewsThe Most Dependable Used Vehicles in 2025 According to J.D. Power
Looking for a reliable used car, truck or SUV? J.D. Power has just published its 2025 Vehicle Dependability Study, which is based on responses from more than 34,000 original owners of 2022 model-year vehicles after three years of ownership. The study covers more than 180 specific problem areas across nine …
RecallsWatch Out for Rear Wheels That May Lock Up While Driving, GM Warns
Full-size pickups and SUVs from General Motors are being hit with a new recall because their rear wheels may lock up suddenly and could cause a loss of control while driving. More specifically, affected models include the 2021 Cadillac Escalade , 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Silverado HD , 2021 …
NewsPodcast: 2025 Ram 1500 And 2024 McLaren 750S Test Drives
On the latest episode of The Car Guide Podcast, LP gives us his driving impressions on the 2025 Ram 1500 . This capable workhorse is losing its V8 HEMI engine for 2025. Instead, buyers will have to choose between two variants of the twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre inline-six Hurricane engine. Of course, …
NewsThese Are the 2024 Models with the Highest Projected Residual Value
So, which new vehicle should you buy now to get the best resale value in three or four years? That’s a great question. Want some help finding the answer? You can start by checking J.D. Power’s 2024 Canada ALG Residual Value Awards that were announced today. These awards are pretty …
NewsChevrolet Silverado HD Adds Trail Boss Trim for 2025
As you know, the Chevrolet Silverado HD was refreshed and improved for the 2024 model year, with selection that ranges from the base WT model to the luxurious High Country and the new, adventurous ZR2. However, unlike the Silverado 1500 and Colorado , there’s something missing in the lineup: a …
NewsBrand New GM Full-Size Trucks Sold With Cracked Roof Panels
It’s not uncommon for new vehicles to suffer from various bugs and quality issues, but the recent case involving GM’s full-size pickups is still rather alarming. In the U.S., the automaker was forced to stop sales and recall some 3,000 units of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra (including …
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