Car dealership employees allegedly sold stolen cars
Auto theft has been called a national crisis and thieves are constantly finding new ways to steal cars. As Caryn Lieberman reports, Toronto police have revealed yet another scheme.
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CBCAir Canada ordered to pay $10K after couple endures 'horrendous experience'
A small claims court has ordered Air Canada to pay a couple $10,000, after an overbooked flight resulted in the two being sent to multiple Canadian airports under the promise of a replacement flight that never materialized, ruining a vacation that had been planned for years. A blistering decision from the Small Claims Court of Yukon concluded that the couple were "treated shamefully" by the airline. Justice Katherine L. McLeod wrote that Air Canada had breached the Air Passenger Protection Regul
- The Canadian Press
B.C. semi driver hits four cars, now faces drunk driving charges: police
PORT COQUITLAM, B.C. — Police are recommending criminal charges of impaired driving against the driver of a semi truck that hit four vehicles in a Metro Vancouver city.
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6 SUVs That Last Longer Than You Think and Are Worth the Money
Considering investing in an SUV? While many buyers will seek out inexpensive models to fit their budgets, it's worth exploring some of the pricier SUVs on the market as their longevity is often worth...
- People
Shirtless Man Pinned Flight Attendant Against ‘Aircraft Exit Door’ and Threatened Violence, Say Authorities
Kedus Yacob Damtew was arrested and charged with assault after the June 12 incident onboard a United Airlines flight to Newark
- The Independent
What do the mysterious ‘dings’ mean on a plane? An American Airlines pilot explains hidden meaning
The captain explains the meaning behind the sounds on board
- People
13-Year-Old Boy Dies, Siblings Critically Injured in Crash: ‘These Children Need Your Prayers’
Easton Bounds is remembered as "a bright and vibrant young boy who brought light, love, and laughter to everyone he met"
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5 Car Brands With the Most Reliable Engines
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- CBC
42 vehicles damaged in 1 night in Nanaimo, B.C., RCMP say
Keith Work is cleaning up the damage after his truck and 41 other vehicles were damaged in one night in Nanaimo, B.C.The RCMP said it received 42 reports of windows being smashed, tires being flattened and broken side mirrors. Police say the incidents happened between 11 p.m. PT on Tuesday and 4:30 a.m. on Wednesday."Why the vandalism? It's unnecessary," Work said.He said he went up to his vehicle early in the morning and noticed the glass of a window on the back of his truck looked "different."
- CBC
Delays plague morning commute after another shutdown on Yonge-University subway line
Significant delays plagued TTC customers again Wednesday after another problem with the subway network's signalling system temporarily shut down the entirety of Line 1 during the morning rush hour.The service outage from Vaughan to Finch stations lasted about 30 minutes and caused major headaches for commuters. There have been multiple instances of signal problems in recent weeks that have forced the TTC to halt service on its subway lines during busy times of day."This is the third time in less
- The Canadian Press
Head of the Federal Aviation Administration to resign, allowing Trump to pick his successor
The head of the Federal Aviation Administration, who has led a tougher enforcement policy against Boeing since a panel blew off a jetliner in January, said Thursday that he will step down next month, clearing the way for President-elect Donald Trump to name his choice to lead the agency.
- Fortune
With General Motors pulling the plug on Cruise, every American automaker except Tesla has called it quits on robotaxis
Automakers like Ford Motors and Volkswagen had also once made big, billion-dollar bets on the future of ridehail—only to walk back those plans later.
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I’m a Car Expert: 3 Most Improved Compact Cars That Are Now Worth Your Money
It's no secret that cars -- compact or otherwise -- have become more expensive. According to ConsumerReports, the average cost of a new car was over $48,000 in 2023. In comparison, new cars cost...
- Sky News
'It seems to be getting a bit out of control': E-bike and e-scooter crimes soar 730% in five years
The officers seize it and take it to "the cage" - a lock-up behind nearby Bishopsgate police station - from where it will be taken away and crushed. Then, the officers are straight onto their next target - a powerful e-bike that can reach speeds far higher than the 15.5 mph allowed by law. City of London Police sergeant Stu Ford says they could be out doing this all day, every day.
- Motorious
1967 Ford Mustang Fastback Discovered After 40 Years in Storage
A 1967 Ford Mustang fastback found after decades of neglect turns out to be an exceptionally rare, factory S-code big-block classic.
- Associated Press
Mexican police arrest 3 taxi drivers near Cancun for threatening a tourist who used a ride-share app
Mexico's police have arrested three taxi drivers have been arrested in Puerto Morelos, just south of the resort of Cancun, for threatening a tourist for using a rides-hare app. Drivers of traditional cabs at resorts along Mexico’s Caribbean coast have for years harassed and even beaten tourists who use Uber and other ride-share apps, and have attacked and damaged cars used by ride-share drivers. In videos posted on social media Wednesday, the drivers can be seen blocking an English-speaking tourist from getting into the ride-share car.
- Storyful
McLaren Driver Caught Doing 130 MPH on UK Motorway
A McLaren was caught driving at 130 mph on the UK’s M23 motorway, footage released by Sussex Police showed.Police said the McLaren passed an unmarked police car on April 13, and an officer was not able to keep up with it until it was slowed down by trafficDriving at that speed, 60 mph over the 70 mph limit, was “extremely dangerous, irresponsible, and completely unacceptable,” Sussex Police said.The driver, Stuart Chandler - who already had nine points on his license for speeding - admitted driving at excess speed above the 70 mph limit at Brighton Magistrates’ Court on November 5.He was disqualified from driving for six months, fined £2,500, with a £1,000 surcharge and £110 costs. Credit: Sussex Police via Storyful
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Cyclists file Charter challenge against Ontario over bike lane removals
TORONTO — Cyclists have launched a Charter challenge against the Ontario government over its decision to remove bike lanes on three Toronto roads, alleging the change puts lives at risk.
- Reuters
Tesla shares jump to record high
Tesla shares climbed to a record high of $415 on Wednesday, topping its prior high of $414.50 set more than three years ago as the electric vehicle maker extended a rally in the wake of the U.S. presidential election. Shares of Tesla previously hit a record on Nov. 3, 2021, but a rally of about 65% since the Nov. 5 election has lifted the stock to new heights as investors expect the company to benefit from CEO Elon Musk's relationship with President-elect Donald Trump. Tesla China said late Tuesday the automaker sold 21,900 electric vehicles in the world's second largest economy for the first week of December, its highest weekly sales for the fourth quarter of this year.
- People
SUV Driver's Joyride on New York Railroad Tracks Ends in Fiery Blaze — and DUI Charges: Police
Basilio Hidalgo, 40, was charged with DUI after he drove an SUV onto the Long Island Rail Road on Dec. 8
- Robb Report
A Brief History of Ferrari Supercars, From the 288 GTO to the F80
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