RM Auctions kicked off its 2012 calendar on a positive note in Arizona in January, posting more than $25.5 million in sales (all figures are reported in U.S. dollars and include 10 per cent buyer’s premium). RM saw a strong 89 per cent sell-through of its auction vehicles at this annual sale in Phoenix. The [...]
What Do We Need From the Battery of the Future?
Imagine a car that could go 300 miles – that’s Chicago to St. Louis – on battery power. That’s not possible today without either an assist from a gasoline-fueled engine functioning as a charger (the Chevy Volt solution) or an alternate drive provider (the Toyota Prius solution). The fact that such cars need, in effect, [...]
Range Rover Evoque named 2012 NA Truck of the Year
The all-new 2012 Range Rover Evoque has been named the 2012 North American Truck of the Year. The 2012 Range Rover Evoque was selected over two other finalists, the BMW X3 and the Honda CR-V, based on the following categories: value for the dollar, innovation, handling, performance and safety and driver satisfaction. The Range Rover [...]
2012 Volkswagen Beetle: The New Original
When the first Beetle rolled off the production line in 1938, it was called simply the Volkswagen — “the people’s car” — but its distinctive shape inspired nicknames across the globe: Beetle, Käfer, Vocho, Coccinelle, Fusca, Maggiolino. In total, 21.5-million original Beetles were sold. More than 60 years later, in 1998, a New Beetle, complete [...]
VIN-formation: How one wrong number can cause a headache
Think of it as the automotive equivalent of human DNA. A vehicle identification number is an alphanumeric identifier that tells everything about a vehicle’s unique history. A VIN can unlock secrets about a cherished car or truck. But, as this story illustrates, it can sometimes make for a big hassle, too. For most, a vehicle [...]
Nissan NV Series designed to help businesses run better
Introduced in spring, 2011, the Nissan NV (Nissan Van) Series started with a ground-up design—from its rugged ladder frame to the roof rack mounting brackets on the top of the innovatively conceived and styled body. Yet the all-new Nissan NV also has the advantage of Nissan’s commercial vehicle heritage, covering 75 years and more than [...]
Vancouver All British Classic Car Show announces featured marques for 2012 Show
The Greatest Show on British Wheels staged each Victoria Day weekend in the magnificent VanDusen Botanical Garden, Vancouver is pleased to announce that it will pay special tribute to Lotus Cars and Norton motorcycles on Saturday May 19, 2012. Lotus Elan, the car on which the Mazda Miata was modelled. 12,224 built (1962-1973). 60 years [...]
Hagerty Silver Wheel Plan to debut January 2012
Aviva Canada Inc., one of Canada’s leading providers of home, auto and business insurance, and Hagerty Canada, LLC, a subsidiary of Hagerty Insurance Agency, the world’s leading provider of classic vehicle insurance, are proud to introduce the Hagerty Silver Wheel Plan. The Hagerty Silver Wheel Plan offers antique and classic car enthusiasts extensive coverage, including [...]
Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale 2012 to introduce a Salon Offering Collection
Building on its mantra of “Something for Everyone,” Barrett-Jackson Auction Company will unveil a new, elite breed of horsepower — Barrett-Jackson Salon Offering Collection— cars that are among the world’s most rare, valuable, collectible and coveted. 1947 Bentley Franay Mark VI Cabriolet, one of only two commissioned in 1947. Nine one-of-a-kind vehicles are currently consigned [...]
2012 ALL BRITISH FIELD MEET
Pacific Forest Rally Program
BC HISTORIC MOTOR RACES Program
Collector Car Owner's Guide
Hagerty
Octagon Motor Group
Pennzoil
MCL Motor Cars
Bentley
Aston Martin
Jaguar
Land Rover
Rolls-Royce
Pelling Insurance
Big O Tires
Harbour Air
Magnolia Hotel
Mothers
Mini Yaletown
Air North
KVOS
VRCBC
Team Dash Re/Max Westcoast
Re/Max Whistler
Brewhouse Pub
Great River Fishing
Silk Cat Automotive Specialists
Avison Young My Garage
