Canada’s used vehicle market held its ground in March, but stability at the headline level is masking a shift underway. The national average selling price reached $34,139, up 0.46 per cent from February and 3.25 per cent year over year, …
Honda Canada and Toyota Canada have launched a new industry association aimed at strengthening their collective voice in Canada’s automotive sector. Announced Wednesday, the Pacific Manufacturing Association of Canada (PMAC) will represent the country’s two largest automotive manufacturers and their …
Canada’s used wholesale vehicle market continued its gradual slide in early April, with pricing showing modest week-over-week declines as the market settles into more typical seasonal patterns. According to the latest Market Insights report from Canadian Black Book, overall wholesale …
U.S. wholesale used-vehicle prices strengthened sharply in the first quarter of 2026, as demand outpaced supply and pushed values to their highest level in nearly two years, according to Cox Automotive. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index climbed to 215.3 …
Mazda Canada said its retailer-driven community program has delivered more than $3.4 million to local charitable initiatives across the country since launching in 2021. The Mazda Legends program allows dealerships to direct funding to organizations and grassroots initiatives in their …
Family, friends and employees of Lyn Bannister, founder of the Bannister Automotive Group, one of the largest retail dealer groups in Western Canada, are mourning his sudden passing while also celebrating the legacy of his career and the values he …
The Government of Canada is investing in electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure and adoption efforts as part of its broader plan to reduce emissions and support the transition to zero-emission transportation, according to a recent news release. The funding will support …
Wholesale used-vehicle prices in the United States rose in March, reaching their highest level in nearly three years as demand remained strong and inventory tight, according to Cox Automotive. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index climbed to 215.3, up 6.2 …
Automotive industry players in Canada likely heaved a sigh of relief after the federal government announced trade talks between Canada and the United States will resume. Both parties are eyeing a deal by July 21. It was not Canada’s automotive …
Go Auto has acquired two new dealerships in Richmond, B.C.: Go Richmond Subaru (formerly Richmond Subaru) and Go Richmond Kia (formerly Kia Richmond). “These acquisitions further solidify our presence in the Greater Vancouver Area and align with our strategic goal …
Fifty years after opening its first Porsche dealership and 65 years after it started as a business, Mark Motors Group celebrated both anniversaries in style. Earlier this month, the Ottawa-based dealership group opened Mark Motors Porsche Destination Centre, replacing the …
Current economic conditions and consumer buying habits make it a challenging year for Canada’s car dealers. Canadian buying habits are closely tied to the economic conditions of the day. When the economy is thriving and people are confidently employed, spending …
How automotive retail execs can use AI to win the ops battle For the better part of two decades, the dealership growth playbook has been remarkably consistent: more spend, more traffic, more leads. And to be clear, those things still …
A simple delivery-day video strategy can help shape buyer perception, build trust, and extend the sales conversation well beyond the showroom. Pre-framing is an influence tool that allows you to shape someone’s thought process about an event or topic before …
From recording transactions to coaching managers, AI is redefining workflow in dealership finance and insurance. The process of dealerships offering customers finance and insurance options has traditionally centred on a menu presentation and the approach of the individual manager in …
High turnover, skills shortages and generational shifts mean traditional hiring models no longer work. Experts weigh in on what does. As dealerships across Canada struggle to attract and retain employees, industry data suggests the challenge has less to do with …
Engagement beats reach in digital marketing’s next act Dealers will need to rethink how engagement is measured, and where customers are getting stuck. The automotive industry’s latest evolutionary phase may appear de-evolutionary on the surface: digital marketing is melting back …
