Josh Rubin, Toronto Star Mar 17, 2026 With the upcoming CUSMA review, some industry sources say elevated oil prices could give Canada added leverage as a key supplier of crude to the U.S. APMA President Flavio Volpe acknowledged the potential advantage but questioned its impact, noting, “If we’re still talking about this in June and July, a secure source of oil makes for an interesting CUSMA dynamic.” Read here

Marella Fernandez, The Close | BNN Bloomberg Mar 13, 2026 APMA President Flavio Volpe discussed reports that BYD may consider building vehicles in Canada, noting the economic benefits would depend on whether production includes a local supply chain. He also addressed Honda Motor’s large EV-related write-downs, saying several automakers are slowing or recalibrating electric vehicle investments as market demand evolves. Watch here

Lindsay Biscaia, Trading Day | BNN Bloomberg Mar 13, 2026 Reporter cites APMA President Flavio Volpe noting that if Chinese automakers such as BYD build vehicles in Canada, they would need 75% North American content under CUSMA to access the U.S. market, requiring them to develop a regional supplier base. Watch here (@ 11:04)

Greg Layson, Automotive News Canada Mar 12, 2026 Rising tensions in the Middle East are pushing up diesel prices and increasing shipping costs across the auto supply chain. APMA President Flavio Volpe warned the spike quickly eats into thin supplier margins: “And in a business that has a six- or seven-per-cent operating margin, that’s the problem.” Read here (Paywalled)

Bill Carroll, The Morning Rush | 580 CFRA Mar 10, 2026 Canada’s tariff-credit system is meant to protect domestic auto production amid U.S. tariffs. APMA President Flavio Volpe said the policy ensures companies that keep building vehicles in Canada receive relief on U.S. imports, calling it a way to keep plants and jobs operating during the trade dispute. “If you invest more in Canada and make more cars next year, we’ll give you more credits,” he said. (Flavio appears @ 42:33

Freddy Mata, ICI Radio-Canada | CBC News Mar 8, 2026 Women remain underrepresented in Ontario’s auto sector, accounting for about 26.6 per cent of the workforce. APMA Vice President Karen Speers, featured in the report, highlighted the industry’s opportunities for career growth while calling for greater mentorship and visibility to encourage more women to enter the field. Read here

Ray Williams, Medium March 4, 2026 A political essay argues that Alberta’s separatist movement is being amplified by U.S. MAGA-aligned actors as part of a broader effort to weaken Canada’s sovereignty and gain leverage over its resources. In the piece, APMA President Flavio Volpe is cited in response to comments by U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra, suggesting the criticism of Canada is deliberate. “When you kick the dog, you can’t blame it for snarling back. It’s gasli

Renée Rodgers, CTV News Mar 6, 2026 APMA President Flavio Volpe reacts to Carney signing a new strategic partnership with Japan to strengthen auto ties. Watch here

Alain McKenna, La Presse Mar 6, 2026 The APMA’s concept vehicles, Project Arrow Borealis and Vector embodies the desire for a Canadian made vehicle. Though they are not destined for commercialization, the concept cars demonstrate Canada’s auto industry’s capabilities. Read here

Kris Dube, PelhamToday.ca Mar 5, 2026 Speaking in Niagara, APMA President Flavio Volpe expressed cautious optimism about the North American auto sector as rules-of-origin requirements under CUSMA continue to be reviewed. He noted growing U.S. content in Canadian-built vehicles and said tariff exemptions for compliant parts could provide a path forward as Canada, the U.S. and Mexico navigate ongoing trade tensions. Read here

Grace Macaluso, Automotive News Mar 2, 2026 At the Automotive News Canada Congress, industry leaders warned that trade uncertainty and U.S. tariffs are already affecting investment and production in Canada’s auto sector. APMA President Flavio Volpe described the impact of U.S. tariffs on the North American auto sector as “pretty ugly,” despite the temporary relief provided by parts exemptions. Read here (Paywalled)

David Kennedy, Automotive News Feb 27, 2026 The U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling against certain Trump tariffs does not affect Section 232 duties on vehicles and auto parts, which legal experts say are likely to withstand court challenges. APMA President Flavio Volpe said relief for the auto sector is more likely to come through negotiations during the upcoming USMCA review rather than litigation. Read here (Paywalled)