General Motors (GM) will endure charges of nearly $6 billion as sales of electric vehicles decline in the wake of the federal government’s decision to cut tax incentives to encourage their purchase, as well as the move toward eased auto emissions standards. This follows a $1.6 billion charge incurred for the same reason in the fourth quarter last year. The $6 billion in charges include non-cash...

Canadian electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer GreenPower Motor Company has reached an agreement with the New Mexico Economic Development Department to build its new heavy-duty EV manufacturing facility and U.S. headquarters in Santa Teresa. The announcement comes only a year after it worked with the organization to launch the state’s first all-electric school bus pilot program. The investment will...

A bill has gained traction in New Hampshire that proposes punishments of hard labour, including manufacturing work, for serious crimes. The legislation is aimed at creating labour camps, which is a serious blow to human rights and has caused serious constitutional concerns to arise. The proposal passed the state House of Representatives 179-159 and will head to the state Senate for approval. The...

Annex Business Media’s Advance: Women in Manufacturing annual awards event is marking two major firsts in 2026: its debut as an in-person gathering and the launch of an awards program that celebrates leadership and innovation in Canadian manufacturing. This year, Advance: Women in Manufacturing Awards will recognize women who have led major projects, introduced innovative processes, or...

Stellantis has announced plans to pull back on its electrification strategy in North America as it grapples with low demand due in large part to shifting political priorities and changing policies. The automaker will move away from plug-in hybrid sales of its Jeep Wrangler and Grand Cherokee, as well as its Chrysler Pacifica in the U.S. amidst weak demand. It will also pause production at its...

Only two years after being acquired by Purolator, Montreal-based Williams Pharmalogistics Inc. has expanded its network capability nationwide. Now proudly serving both Western and Eastern Canada with its temperature-controlled, door-to-door service for the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, the effort represents the most significant expansion of its network in the company’s history. With...