Honda Indy Toronto festivities in full swing starting today

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Back in the Molson Indy days, the Toronto Indy pretty much took over the city with parties and events. There was a buzz everywhere and just about everyone was talking about the Indy. Charlie Johnstone and the rest of the Honda Indy Toronto team have planned a week full of activities to build that buzz once again. “This year’s edition of the Honda Indy Toronto is clearly setting a new bar in … [Read more...]

Growing support from sponsors points to sponsorship renaissance for Honda Indy Toronto

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Honda Indy Toronto press release May 20, 2010 (Toronto) – A business model comprising the fastest racing series on the planet, celebrity athletes and three action-packed days of live entertainment and interactive activities is a winning formula. That’s what Kim Green and Kevin Savoree believed when they secured the rights to the Honda Indy Toronto. They were spot on. In year two of their ownership, … [Read more...]

smart squeezes into tight city spaces

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Mercedes-Benz Canada press release TORONTO, Feb. 17 /CNW/ - In conjunction with the 2010 Canadian International AutoShow, smart Canada is educating urban dwellers regarding one of the many benefits of driving a smart fortwo. A head-turning marketing initiative in downtown Toronto has wedged a giant shoehorn behind a smart fortwo, visually illustrating that the less than 3 metre smart fortwo can … [Read more...]

Toronto pedestrian deaths all have one thing in common: Human error

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Many years ago, a close friend and I got into a heated debate about drivers and pedestrians. This friend lived in the heart of uptown Toronto and felt that she didn't need to look when she cross the street while walking or running while wearing an iPod. "I am a pedestrian and I have the right of way!" Of course my response was a less than sympathetic: "the right of way won't do you much good if you … [Read more...]

Gallery: Canadian Motorsports Expo

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The 4th annual Canadian Motorsports Expo was held over the past weekend at Toronto's International Center. It was a nicely put together little show that was in the wrong venue. The International Center is a great facility and has free parking, but it is better suited to a massive show and the CME unfortunately is not massive. Still it was a nice little break from winter, to get out and see some … [Read more...]