What to know as ASIC takes Budget Direct owner to court
Australia's financial regulator is suing Auto and General, the underwriter of Budget Direct, over allegations of misleading advertising that resulted in financial losses for thousands of customers.
Tens of thousands of Budget Direct customers overcharged, ASIC alleges
ASIC is pursuing legal action against Budget Direct for allegedly overcharging approximately 39,000 customers who lost online discounts due to policy amendments.
Canada’s EV rebate is here. How do charging costs compare with gas?
Canada has launched new consumer rebates for electric vehicles to encourage adoption, providing up to $5,000 for fully electric models and $2,500 for plug-in hybrids, while comparing the overall costs of electric and gas vehicles.
Quebec auto board sorry for online platform boondoggle, aims to regain public trust
Quebec's automobile insurance board has publicly apologized for the failures of its online platform rollout, resulting in significant cost overruns and a loss of public trust.
Quebec auto board lied about cost overruns for online platform, inquiry finds
An inquiry revealed that Quebec's automobile insurance board misled the government about escalating costs associated with its online platform.
Car magazine finds an exceptionally durable car that can withstand harsh driving for up to 500,000 kilometers – and no, it's not a Toyota
A Mercedes-Benz A-Class has impressively reached 500,000 kilometers without significant issues in a durability test conducted by Auto Bild.
Frank Stronach’s sex assault trial in Toronto set to begin after delay
The sexual assault trial of Canadian auto industry figure Frank Stronach is starting in Toronto after delays due to legal preparations.
Ontario insists auto strategy ‘has not changed’ as companies suspend and postpone plans
Ontario's government maintains its electric vehicle strategy is unchanged despite recent suspensions and postponements by some companies.
Auto thefts down 18% year-over-year while recovery remains low: report
A new report indicates a significant 18% drop in auto thefts in Canada for 2025, yet recovery rates remain low, with more than a third of stolen vehicles unrecovered.
Release date set for inquiry report into Quebec auto insurance scandal
The report on the Quebec auto insurance board's $500 million cost-overrun scandal is set to be released on February 16, after extensive hearings overseen by Judge Denis Gallant.
Rockstar teases GTA 6 news is coming sooner than we think
Rockstar Games is gearing up to market Grand Theft Auto 6, anticipating a release date of November 1, 2026, after prior delays.
Stocks to Watch: Don't Buy These Stocks Today Without Knowing, There is Big News
Major companies like NTPC, Meesho, Nestle India, Bajaj Auto, Power Grid, and Tata Investment will release their third-quarter results today, impacting certain stocks in the market.
Union backs Ford worker who traded insults with Trump during Michigan plant visit
The United Auto Workers union is supporting a Ford employee who clashed with President Trump during his visit to a Michigan plant, emphasizing the importance of freedom of speech and protecting workers from inappropriate behavior.
‘Grand Theft Auto’ blacklists ‘Charlie Kirk’ as players try to recreate his killing in the game
Rockstar Games has added 'Charlie Kirk' to a blacklist of terms in Grand Theft Auto after players attempted to recreate his assassination in the game following his actual killing at a campus event.
Volkswagen Suffers More Than Rivals From Auto Industry Woes
Volkswagen faces greater challenges compared to its competitors due to ongoing difficulties within the auto industry.