Cox Automotive expects the pace of U.S. new-vehicle sales to improve modestly in May as consumers continue purchasing vehicles despite economic uncertainty and rising fuel costs. In a forecast released May 27, the company said the seasonally adjusted annual rate …

CAA South Central Ontario is warning drivers about a growing form of vehicle theft that combines distraction tactics with electronic tools capable of intercepting or relaying key fob signals. In a release issued May 27, the organization said police services …

Canada’s automotive industry could either expand production to two million vehicles annually or lose assembly operations entirely by 2040, depending on trade policy, EV adoption and global competition, RBC Thought Leadership said in a new report examining the sector’s future. …

A growing number of consumers are buying vehicles from a single dealership, a trend CDK Global said is helping drive higher customer satisfaction during the buying process. According to the company’s latest Ease of Purchase Scorecard, 41 per cent of …

  Policaro Group is adding Danish hypercar manufacturer Zenvo Automotive to its portfolio, becoming the exclusive retail and distribution partner for Central and Eastern Canada under the banner Zenvo Toronto. The Oakville, Ont.-based dealer group announced the partnership May 20, …

Mercedes-Benz Canada and Road to Racing have introduced a new scholarship program designed to help young Canadian racing drivers advance their careers in motorsport. The Mercedes-Benz Youth in Motorsport Scholarship will provide one Road to Racing driver annually with $50,000 …

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 …

The federal government has unveiled a $6-billion plan to recruit, train and hire up to 100,000 skilled trades workers, positioning the initiative as a key pillar in strengthening Canada’s workforce and industrial capacity. Announced as part of the spring economic …

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 …

In a volatile market, dealers return to fundamentals I am writing this article just after Canada’s overtime loss to the USA in the men’s Olympic hockey tournament gold medal game. From a hockey perspective, it was an incredibly entertaining and …

Canada’s new automotive strategy arrives at a pivotal moment for the country’s automotive sector. After several years of regulatory pressure, supply chain disruptions, shifting consumer preferences, and growing geopolitical competition, the federal government has recognized the need for a more …

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 …

Sym-Tech Dealer Services is betting that better-trained people and a better customer experience lead to stronger F&I outcomes In dealership F&I, performance is usually measured in results: revenue, product penetration, and consistency from one manager to the next. But Derek …