New platform by Ontario woman looks to help those feeling overcharged by mechanics Zainal Abidin, 11/01/2026 Finding a trustworthy mechanic that won’t oversell or overcharge you can be a challenge for anyone, but a Waterloo, Ont., woman has launched a new service designed to help women with the challenge. AutoCate is a new platform which has been launched by University of Waterloo graduate and former auto… Continue Reading
Auto Insurance Costs Climb Due to EVs, ADAS, and Advanced Materials Zainal Abidin, 21/12/2025 Join us… Headlines are screaming about auto insurance increases this year. For example, CNBC reports that auto insurance costs rise by 26% on average in 2024. While inflation is playing a major role, there are many other factors at work that are causing increases in costs on the auto insurance… Continue Reading
Cox Automotive: Independent repairers gaining market share Zainal Abidin, 26/11/2025 General repair shops are increasingly gaining market share compared to dealership shops in the US, according to Cox Automotive research. In its report, “Under the Hood: Opportunities and Challenges in the Service Industry,” Cox Automotive says franchised dealerships are still the No. 1 preferred service provider, but have lost ground… Continue Reading
Straightaway Tire & Auto Acquires 2 Repair Shops in Minnesota Zainal Abidin, 13/11/2025 Accurate Auto & Tire Service and Wayne’s Automotive have a combined experience of more than 60 years in the industry. Straightaway Tire & Auto expanded its reach in Minnesota by acquiring Accurate Auto & Tire Service and Wayne’s Automotivefacilitated by O2 Investment Partnerswhich announced the move. “We’re very excited to… Continue Reading