Lorraine Sommerfeld -> 🇨🇦
@lorrainesommerfeld.bsky.social
Columnist @Driving.ca, Motherlode columnist @thespec.com, novel A Face in the Window www.afaceinthewindow.com. I've won some stuff
I write about cars, my kids (moved out), my cat (just one), my dead parents (can't argue) and whatever else I feel like.
I write about cars, my kids (moved out), my cat (just one), my dead parents (can't argue) and whatever else I feel like.
The next year will be interesting. How do you fix traffic congestion when there is an 800-pound gorilla sitting on all the remedies?
driving.ca/column/lorra...
driving.ca/column/lorra...
Lorraine Explains: How czarish will Toronto's new Traffic Czar be allowed to be?
The actual gridlock Posluns is facing has nothing to do with traffic
driving.ca
January 5, 2026 at 6:57 PM
The next year will be interesting. How do you fix traffic congestion when there is an 800-pound gorilla sitting on all the remedies?
driving.ca/column/lorra...
driving.ca/column/lorra...
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🧪A few more hours to go…
January 1, 2026 at 12:06 AM
🧪A few more hours to go…
"Soooo, are we gonna do Happy New Year's?
"It's already 8:00."
"So probably not."
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"It's already 8:00."
"So probably not."
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January 1, 2026 at 1:12 AM
"Soooo, are we gonna do Happy New Year's?
"It's already 8:00."
"So probably not."
"@@@@@"
"It's already 8:00."
"So probably not."
"@@@@@"
Thanks for this.
I heard him give a (very brief, there was a 2 minute time limit, as per @me3dia.bsky.social) talk about this in early Jan, and it stayed with me all year. Give it a read.
Facing a new year, I found this @dansinker.com post from February — about how the KKK in the 1920s felt unstoppable, about the people that fought against them anyway, and about how fascism always fails — to be a welcome read.
dansinker.com/posts/2025-0...
dansinker.com/posts/2025-0...
December 31, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Thanks for this.
This is honestly the dumbest shit I've ever seen.*
*Dumb shit I've seen: Trump using a sharpie to reshape a hurricane, Trump displaying his signature like a kindergartner showing off their artwork, Trump dancing like a drunk uncle at my wedding, a Pontiac Aztek.
*Dumb shit I've seen: Trump using a sharpie to reshape a hurricane, Trump displaying his signature like a kindergartner showing off their artwork, Trump dancing like a drunk uncle at my wedding, a Pontiac Aztek.
December 31, 2025 at 3:30 PM
This is honestly the dumbest shit I've ever seen.*
*Dumb shit I've seen: Trump using a sharpie to reshape a hurricane, Trump displaying his signature like a kindergartner showing off their artwork, Trump dancing like a drunk uncle at my wedding, a Pontiac Aztek.
*Dumb shit I've seen: Trump using a sharpie to reshape a hurricane, Trump displaying his signature like a kindergartner showing off their artwork, Trump dancing like a drunk uncle at my wedding, a Pontiac Aztek.
I have had many questions for a long time. I still do. Looks like we all should. Read how misleading the ads are that Ford keeps blasting at us. Experts say Ford is misleading people about the Ring of Fire www.nationalobserver.com/2025/12/22/a...
Experts say Ford is misleading people about the Ring of Fire
The Ford government is promoting northern development, including the Ring of Fire, through a massive advertising campaign that is costing taxpayers millions — but is getting attention for the wrong re...
www.nationalobserver.com
December 24, 2025 at 2:24 PM
I have had many questions for a long time. I still do. Looks like we all should. Read how misleading the ads are that Ford keeps blasting at us. Experts say Ford is misleading people about the Ring of Fire www.nationalobserver.com/2025/12/22/a...
LinkedIn is just Facebook in casual Friday attire.
December 21, 2025 at 12:17 AM
LinkedIn is just Facebook in casual Friday attire.
This is catastrophic. In a world of catastrophes, well, without this place we won't have to worry about things we never saw coming.
The Trump administration is dismantling the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Colorado, moving to dissolve a research lab that a top White House official described as “one of the largest sources of climate alarmism in the country.″ https://to.pbs.org/3MLxuDk
Trump administration moves to dismantle national climate research lab in Colorado
The research lab, which houses the largest federal research program on climate change, supports research to predict, prepare for and respond to severe weather and other natural disasters.
www.pbs.org
December 19, 2025 at 12:32 AM
This is catastrophic. In a world of catastrophes, well, without this place we won't have to worry about things we never saw coming.
I refuse to leap to conclusions until I have more details.
Woman accused of killing two ex-husbands in separate shootings on same day
Woman accused of killing two ex-husbands in separate shootings on same day
A Florida woman is accused of killing both of her ex-husbands in two separate shootings on the same day.
www.1011now.com
December 18, 2025 at 11:55 PM
I refuse to leap to conclusions until I have more details.
Thank you, Jil! I need to find Lesley's stranded story from years ago and boost that, too!
My friend and colleague @lorrainesommerfeld.bsky.social has an excellent story on winter driving and how to stay safe. A must-read. driving.ca/column/lorra...
Lorraine Explains: Do you know what to do in an automotive emergency?
Winter driving in Canada can be hazardous—being prepared for a breakdown or collision can make all the difference
driving.ca
December 18, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Thank you, Jil! I need to find Lesley's stranded story from years ago and boost that, too!
This time of year can be difficult. I wish you all a very gentle Christmas...today's Motherlode. (gift link, no paywall)
www.thespec.com
December 12, 2025 at 10:42 PM
This time of year can be difficult. I wish you all a very gentle Christmas...today's Motherlode. (gift link, no paywall)
Pretty sure Quentin Tarantino and Elon Musk are the same person.
December 9, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Pretty sure Quentin Tarantino and Elon Musk are the same person.
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Here's my #deepdive into the history of Consumers Distributing with insider reports from @lorrainesommerfeld.bsky.social. We cover the store's history, reveal secrets, discuss the good, the bad, & the ugly, & explain why Consumers went the way of the dodo in 1996.
www.torontomike.com/2025/12/cons...
www.torontomike.com/2025/12/cons...
Consumers Distributing: Toronto Mike'd Podcast Episode 1814
In this 1814th episode of Toronto Mike'd, Mike dives deep into the history of Consumers Distributing with insider reports from Lorraine Somerfeld. We cover the store's history, reveal secrets, discuss...
www.torontomike.com
December 8, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Here's my #deepdive into the history of Consumers Distributing with insider reports from @lorrainesommerfeld.bsky.social. We cover the store's history, reveal secrets, discuss the good, the bad, & the ugly, & explain why Consumers went the way of the dodo in 1996.
www.torontomike.com/2025/12/cons...
www.torontomike.com/2025/12/cons...
You know how I can parse who sells cars from those who buy them? Their reaction to my column today 🤣
driving.ca/column/lorra...
driving.ca/column/lorra...
Lorraine Complains: What if buying a TV were like buying a car?
No, we don't need something bigger; no, we don't want financing; and, no, we don't want the two-year warranty either
driving.ca
December 2, 2025 at 12:36 AM
You know how I can parse who sells cars from those who buy them? Their reaction to my column today 🤣
driving.ca/column/lorra...
driving.ca/column/lorra...
Wow. #VanityFair has been going downhill for years, but now it's so bad they're not even bothering with a paywall.
November 28, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Wow. #VanityFair has been going downhill for years, but now it's so bad they're not even bothering with a paywall.
It's a terrific episode, and not just I'm in it. The producers did a fantastic job.
CBC Marketplace is a great resource when looking for various products and services! I often refer people to their investigations. If you are looking to purchase a vehicle - watch this show before you go. #Marketplace #CBC
Thank you, Matt! This was such an important show, and mad props to George Iny at the APA for leading the charge. If you're heading to a dealership, watch this show!
November 9, 2025 at 4:35 PM
It's a terrific episode, and not just I'm in it. The producers did a fantastic job.
Thank you, Matt! This was such an important show, and mad props to George Iny at the APA for leading the charge. If you're heading to a dealership, watch this show!
Awesome to see @lorrainesommerfeld.bsky.social on last night’s new episode of CBC Marketplace!
www.cbc.ca/news/marketp...
www.cbc.ca/news/marketp...
Buying a new car? Hidden cameras show some Ontario dealerships adding extra charges and features | CBC News
Marketplace visited 15 car dealerships in the Greater Toronto Area with hidden cameras rolling, posing as customers to see if dealerships honour the price in their ads. We found out some car dealershi...
www.cbc.ca
November 9, 2025 at 12:41 AM
Thank you, Matt! This was such an important show, and mad props to George Iny at the APA for leading the charge. If you're heading to a dealership, watch this show!
This is cool.
Larry Monsma and his team of volunteers help remove thousands of pounds of trash from Anchorage’s waterways ever year.
Check out Larry's story here, and meet more people who go above and beyond to strengthen our community in Anchorage and Southcentral Alaska at alaskapublic.org/littlebit.
Check out Larry's story here, and meet more people who go above and beyond to strengthen our community in Anchorage and Southcentral Alaska at alaskapublic.org/littlebit.
November 4, 2025 at 12:46 AM
This is cool.
Want me to explain how the North American auto industry is like that time my father bought a turkey that wouldn't fit in the oven? Sure you do. We build 1.3M; we buy 1.9M. Why the math doesn't math.
driving.ca/column/lorra...
driving.ca/column/lorra...
Lorraine Explains: How many Canadian-built vehicles do Canadians actually buy?
We build 1.3M; we buy 1.9M — but few are Canadian-made
driving.ca
November 3, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Want me to explain how the North American auto industry is like that time my father bought a turkey that wouldn't fit in the oven? Sure you do. We build 1.3M; we buy 1.9M. Why the math doesn't math.
driving.ca/column/lorra...
driving.ca/column/lorra...
My cat has been missing for over 6 weeks. Discovered someone had ripped down her 'Missing' flyers in my neighbourhood. It wasn't the city. Please don't rip down someone's missing pet flyers. I put them back up. But please don't do that.
October 28, 2025 at 12:55 AM
My cat has been missing for over 6 weeks. Discovered someone had ripped down her 'Missing' flyers in my neighbourhood. It wasn't the city. Please don't rip down someone's missing pet flyers. I put them back up. But please don't do that.
My Dad died 29 years ago. Today. Right around this time.
I miss you, Pop. I'll keep you alive in the words. Promise.
I miss you, Pop. I'll keep you alive in the words. Promise.
October 27, 2025 at 12:45 AM
My Dad died 29 years ago. Today. Right around this time.
I miss you, Pop. I'll keep you alive in the words. Promise.
I miss you, Pop. I'll keep you alive in the words. Promise.
So this Mellon dude wrote the check to pay the military for the country that was formerly a democracy. If he writes the cheque for the monstrosity of a ballroom being erected at the White House, does that make it the...The Mellon Ball?
October 26, 2025 at 1:23 AM
So this Mellon dude wrote the check to pay the military for the country that was formerly a democracy. If he writes the cheque for the monstrosity of a ballroom being erected at the White House, does that make it the...The Mellon Ball?
The most powerful man in the world is reading from Coles Notes like that guy I sat beside in grade 10 who hadn't read the book. At least that guy had a cool jean jacket and in one year would be the proud owner of a Trans Am. We're doomed.
Donald Trump seems to want one thing from his imminent trip to South-East Asia. Not to discuss security issues around Taiwan or the South China Sea, diplomats say—but to oversee a peace agreement between Cambodia and Thailand
How to win prizes and lose influence
America’s president pushes for a peace conference in Malaysia
econ.st
October 26, 2025 at 1:10 AM
The most powerful man in the world is reading from Coles Notes like that guy I sat beside in grade 10 who hadn't read the book. At least that guy had a cool jean jacket and in one year would be the proud owner of a Trans Am. We're doomed.
Are we still doing ethical and legal questions? Asking for a neighbour.
The donation has raised ethical and legal questions about private funding for military salaries.
Trump Friend Gives $130M to Pay Troops After Democrats Block Pay Extension
www.newsweek.com
October 25, 2025 at 2:31 AM
Are we still doing ethical and legal questions? Asking for a neighbour.
Press release next week: "New wing of the Pentagon to be called Musk's Tusks. Or Gates Gates. Or Bezos Brigadoon. Or the Oracle Miracle.
Trump’s using $130m from anonymous donor to pay military salaries amid shutdown
Trump’s using $130m from anonymous donor to pay military salaries amid shutdown
Trump’s using $130m from anonymous donor to pay military salaries amid shutdown
www.independent.co.uk
October 25, 2025 at 12:26 AM
Press release next week: "New wing of the Pentagon to be called Musk's Tusks. Or Gates Gates. Or Bezos Brigadoon. Or the Oracle Miracle.