The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association (CADA) has released the names of the 15 finalists vying to become the next recipients of its prestigious Laureate Awards. The association announced the finalists in its CADA Newsline newsletter on Monday, kicking off the …
Collision repair technicians in Canada now have an opportunity to learn how to safely approach and repair electric vehicles through a certified Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) training program. The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) has …
Ontario Hyundai dealers have raised more than $312,000 for Hyundai Hope on Wheels in Canada through the inaugural Whole Lotta Hope benefit concert, which was held May 28 at Toronto’s El Mocambo music venue. The event, supported by automotive retail …
Canadian light-vehicle sales declined for the eighth consecutive month in May, continuing a trend that has defined the market throughout 2026. According to estimates from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC), Canadian vehicle sales reached approximately 184,000 units in May, down 1.7 …
Dealers may be interested to note that registration for the 2026 Automotive Conference & Expo (ACE) opens June 8, with organizers preparing to welcome automotive retailers and industry professionals from across Canada to Niagara Falls this fall. The event will …
Hyundai Auto Canada has introduced a FIFA World Cup 2026 display theme for select vehicles, bringing tournament-themed graphics and animations to drivers ahead of next year’s global soccer event. The free software package is available for the Hyundai IONIQ 9 …
U.S. dealer sentiment improved modestly in the second quarter of 2026, but expectations for the months ahead deteriorated as economic concerns weighed on confidence, according to the latest Cox Automotive Dealer Sentiment Index. The survey, released May 26, found the …
Electric vehicle consideration among Canadian consumers rose this year for the first time since 2022, according to the J.D. Power 2026 Canada Electric Vehicle Consideration Study released May 28. The study found 34 per cent of new-vehicle shoppers said they …
Canada’s truck dealers are calling on the federal government to move quickly on a regulatory fix they say is needed to preserve access to medium- and heavy-duty trucks in Canada, warning that a misalignment with U.S. emissions rules could create …
The New Car Dealers Association of B.C. and the Business Improvement Areas of British Columbia are calling on the province to scrap its planned expansion of the provincial sales tax to professional services, warning the move would unfairly raise costs …
In its April Monetary Policy Report, the Bank of Canada said tariffs and trade uncertainty are expected to continue affecting the Canadian economy, including sectors tied closely to automotive manufacturing and retail. The central bank said current U.S. tariffs are …
A practical exercise for dealership leaders to identify wasted time, improve processes, and better support technicians “Gemba” is a Japanese term used in Lean processes. It means “go to where the action is.” In a vehicle manufacturing plant, a CEO …
The most effective closers build a case, present evidence and close with logic At the end of a trial, a prosecutor stands before a jury and reviews all the evidence presented during the case. The goal is simple: convince the …
Governments move toward a more practical, market-aware approach to EV adoption Every once in a while, policy shifts happen quietly, incrementally, over years. And then there are days when the direction changes almost all at once. Canada’s automotive sector recently …
From employee benefits to HR to garage insurance, CADA 360 programs are evolving to help dealers better manage risk For dealers, risk management now extends well beyond garage insurance or workplace safety programs. It touches employee benefits, HR compliance, CGL insurance, …
How thoughtful succession and exit planning are shaping dealership value and continuity Consolidation continues to reshape Canada’s dealership landscape, bringing long-term planning into sharper focus. According to Landon Robertson, director of operations and corporate strategy at Templeton Marsh, the current …
Trade tensions and shifting policy are forcing manufacturers and dealers to adapt as North America’s auto market enters a period of uncertainty U.S. President Donald Trump has often described tariffs as “the most beautiful word in the dictionary.” For many in …
