The Canadian automotive sector is at a crossroads in 2026, grappling with a combination of shifting trade policies, evolving government regulations, and the growing influence of electric vehicles (EVs). With ongoing tensions around tariffs, domestic policies on electric vehicle sales, and trade agreements, the future of the industry is clouded with uncertainty. The changes brought […]
The Canadian auto struggles grew more visible this week as General Motors continued to face mounting pressure over the future of its CAMI Assembly Plant in Ingersoll, Ontario. The automaker’s decision to shut down its BrightDrop electric van programme has left the factory idle, raising concerns about jobs, investment, and the broader state of auto […]
Hyundai Canada is facing a setback in its plans to import the Santa Cruz pickup into the country. The delay comes as U.S. tariffs, which have been in effect since April, continue to create challenges for Hyundai’s cross-border trade. This situation has impacted the flow of these popular pickups, which are built in Alabama, USA, […]
VW PowerCo Ignites Hiring Blitz for Canadian Battery Plant, Defying U.S. Tariff On August 6, 2025, Volkswagen Group’s battery unit, PowerCo, has kicked off an ambitious hiring drive for its new $7 billion battery cell manufacturing plant in Ontario, Canada. This move comes despite concerns over potential U.S. tariffs, which have affected other automakers and […]
