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Michelin calls itself a mobility company
Michelin no longer makes “just tires,” CEO Florent Manegaux tells Automotive News Canada. “We are a mobility company.” Michelin has developed road signs in France and digital maps for Google.
The high cost of moving an entire dealership indoors
Indoor stores have advantages, but they come at a huge cost not everyone can afford. Denis Leclerc spent $3 million to move Albi Mazda inside. It's one of the biggest Mazda dealerships in the world.
Fast-charge superstations planned for Quebec gas bar chain
Plans by Circuit électrique and Montreal-based Groupe Crevier represent a new class of EV-network partner: gas bars. The two intend to equip 10 service stations with chargers over the next two years.
Dealers wanted: Mahindra looks for Canadians to sell off-road vehicle
The Mahindra Group of India has opened a factory near Detroit and is seeking Canadian dealers for an off-road vehicle. It has a multi-vehicle, five-year plan for Canada and the United States.
Quebec dealer group HGregoire enters luxury market with Infiniti store
Dealer group HGregoire added its first luxury dealership in Quebec by spending nearly $23 million to buy an Infiniti outlet in Laval.
Montreal's Chambly Honda latest dealership to add completely online sales
Chambly Honda has gone online with a portal for buying cars without the buyer ever having to set foot on the Montreal dealership lot. Customers can use the dealer's website to complete transactions.
Montreal is in a ride-sharing mood
The city's two main ride-sharing services are making significant changes to broaden their customer base and make more cars available in more areas and on shorter notice.
Quebec offers cash incentives on used EVs
Quebec is pushing the boundaries of its vehicle-electrification goals with a project adding incentives on used EVs. But some observers warn regulations might restrict eligible-vehicle availability.
Québec company expands minivan conversion business into three provinces
A Québec company that converts standard minivans into wheelchair-accessible vehicles is expanding to three more Canadian provinces.
Being the meat in the sandwich between Detroit, Toronto shows
The Montreal International Auto Show sits between the proverbial rock and a hard place, sandwiched between shows in Detroit. Mich., and Toronto.
Quebec's latest electric creation has up to three electric motors
In the wake of cars such as the Allard, Tomahawk, Fellino and Plethore – all designed and born in Québec – the Azkarra brings with it novel, cutting-edge innovation.
Record five premieres, nine electric vehicles to drive at Montréal show
All in all, more than 500 vehicles will be on display at le Plais des Congrès, Jan. 20-29.
Quebec will mandate that 3.5 per cent of new cars be ZEVs
Québec's zero emission vehicle (ZEV) law could come into effect within a matter of weeks, forcing automakers that sell vehicles in the province to offer a percentage of models powered by electricity in accordance with the overall number of vehicles they sell in the province per yearly.
The Electric Circuit goes to Ottawa
The Electric Circuit, the largest public electric vehicle charging network in Quebec, plans to extend its network to Ottawa. There will be a fast-charge, 400-volt corridor between Quebec and the Ottawa area, with charger locations selected by the Government of Ontario.
Renault returns to Canada
After nearly a 30-year absence, Renault is making a comeback in Québec with two electric vehicles.