Subaru Canada has announced pricing for the 2026 BRZ lineup along with the introduction of the 2026 BRZ Kaminari Edition, limited to 50 units nationwide. Based on the BRZ tS, this special edition features an exclusive Sunrise Yellow exterior and a performance-focused setup
Ram confirms the return of the iconic 5.7-litre HEMI® V8 on the 2026 Ram 1500 for Canada. Available to order now, the engine is paired with eTorque mild-hybrid technology, delivering 395 horsepower, 410 lb-ft of torque, and a maximum towing capacity of 10,170 lb (4,613 kg)
Helderburg, a premium builder of classic Land Rover Defenders, introduces Lazare, a one-of-one five-door Defender 110 that showcases the brand’s commitment to heritage craftsmanship combined with proprietary modern engineering. Built on a classic Defender chassis, Lazare has been comprehensively re-engineered using in-house machining, hand-fabricated components, and engineering practices rarely applied in the Defender world
Mazda Canada introduces the 2026 Mazda3, featuring incremental packaging improvements and enhanced standard equipment, with a starting MSRP of $25,250. As stated in the release, “Mazda3 receives small packaging updates and improved standard equipment for 2026.” Offered as a sedan or hatchback (Sport), the Mazda3 now provides richer standard content on the GX trim, including the full i-Activsense suite, an 8.8-inch display, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, heated front seats, and one year of Connected Services
PRT (Performance Ride Technology), a major global manufacturer of shocks, struts and suspension assemblies, has unveiled a dozen new replacement components for the North American market. PRT, one of the brands under the ADD Group, has also been producing parts for vehicle manufacturers for over 30 years
Stellantis kept its word. Dodge, the automaker’s performance division, had promised to resume production of Chargers powered by a HEMI V8 engine. It was at the SEMA Show (Specialty Equipment Market Association) that Dodge unveiled the “HustleStuff Drag Pak” version of its new Charger, which was originally introduced as a fully electric model. This Dodge is powered by a third-generation 5.7-litre HEMI V8 topped with a 3.0-litre Whipple twin-screw supercharger
Lucas Oil, a company well-known for its oil additives and other performance lubricants, recently announced at the AAPEX show in Las Vegas that it is launching two products specifically designed for hybrid vehicles: Hybrid Oil Treatment and Hybrid Fuel Treatment, both using its new HybridShield technology
Milwaukee Tool has launched its new M12 Auto Shop Borescope, featuring Wi-Fi file sharing capability. The company states that this device—designed to capture images in hard-to-reach areas—helps streamline inspections and repair approvals by speeding up the workflow
Nissan Motor Co. has become one of the first collateral victims of the recent fire that crippled Novelis’ aluminum recycling plant in Oswego, New York. This division of the Japanese automaker was forced to cancel production at its most important facility — the Smyrna, Tennessee plant — on October 24 and 27 due to a shortage of parts used in the construction of several of its vehicles, including the very popular Rogue SUV
This episode explores electronic transaction fees—an important yet often misunderstood expense for repair shops and parts retailers. The use of credit cards has surged since the pandemic, increasing merchants’ dependence on complex and costly payment services. Many see these fees as inevitable, yet they have a direct impact on net profit
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