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Multiple Toyota models recalled due to steering wheel issue

Several popular Toyota models have been recalled due to an airbag issue that could pose a safety risk.

DesRosiers says auto sales off to a strong start this year, rising 3.1% in January

DesRosiers Automotive Consultants Inc. says vehicle sales in January were up 3.1 per cent from the same month last year, starting 2025 off on the right foot.

Auto sector dodges tariffs but threats to sector and economy remain: Unifor

Canada’s auto sector and the economy at large has dodged the immediate threat of tariffs but significant risks remain.

Norway nears 100 per cent goal of all-electric cars

Almost 96 per cent of new cars registered in Norway in January were electric, an unparalled number in the world and close to the country’s goal of selling only zero-emission vehicles as of this year.

‘There has never been more headlight glare than there is now’: expert

Vehicle headlights have become smaller, more efficient and brighter, which helps drivers see at night – at least those behind the steering wheel.

17,000 Honda, Acura vehicles recalled for software glitch, risk of engine stall

Honda Canada has announced a recall of roughly 17,000 vehicles due to a software glitch that could cause engines to stall on some models.

Kia recalls more than 80,000 U.S. autos due to improper air bag deployment and improper wiring

Automaker Kia America is recalling more than 80,000 vehicles due to floor wiring beneath the front passenger seat that can become damaged and prevent airbags and seat belts from deploying properly.

Vehicles in Canada recalled for faulty brakes, headlamps. Here’s why

Several automakers have issued recalls this week for a range of vehicles due to performance issues affecting parts including headlights and brakes.

GM recalls nearly 6,000 electric vehicles in Canada

General Motors is recalling nearly 6,000 Chevrolet Equinox electric vehicles in Canada.

Senators forward Claude Giroux’s family has ‘loaner’ car stolen from Ottawa home

Ottawa Senators forward Claude Giroux and his wife have been the victims of a car theft for the second time this season.

Ford to recall over 270,000 U.S. vehicles over battery concern, NHTSA says

Ford Motor is recalling 272,817 vehicles in the United States on concerns over battery failure, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Thursday.

Tesla raising prices for its vehicles in Canada by up to $9,000 starting Feb. 1

Tesla Inc. says it is raising prices by up to $9,000 starting Feb. 1 on its Model 3 vehicle, the cheapest in its lineup.

Arnprior, Ont., man forced to pay thousands after notice of recovered truck caught up in Canada Post strike

An Arnprior man says he is on the hook for thousands of dollars after a notice informing him his stolen truck had been recovered was caught up in the Canada Post strike.

‘He’s looking to exact some pain': auto sector warns of repercussions if Trump follows through on tariffs

From the smallest parts to the assembly line in plants like Ford and General Motors - the threat of 25 per cent tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump against the Canadian auto sector create sobering fear.

U.S. upgrades probe into 129,000 Ford vehicles over hands-free tech

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Monday it is upgrading a probe into 129,222 Ford Motor F.N vehicles over reports of collisions involving the company’s hands-free driving technology, BlueCruise.