Dealerships and auto lenders are facing added pressure from rising consumer delinquencies, as higher borrowing costs, stretched household budgets and longer loan terms continue to affect vehicle affordability. Nick Cherry, Divisional Chief Executive Officer of Ardent Credit Services and Phillips …
A stronger federal greenhouse gas emissions standard for light-duty vehicles could help attract $21 billion in zero-emission vehicle charging infrastructure investment across Canada by 2035, according to a new analysis by the Canadian Charging Infrastructure Council (CCIC). The policy brief, …
A new analysis from Cox Automotive suggests the affordability challenges facing new-vehicle buyers are being driven by broader economic pressures, not simply the price of a vehicle. In an article published following the company’s 2026 Mid-Year Review, Cox Automotive said …
HGreg has been named a recipient of the 2026 Canadian Business Excellence Award for Private Businesses, marking the fourth consecutive year the Quebec-based dealership group has received the national recognition. The award, presented by Excellence Canada, recognizes organizations that demonstrate …
Reynolds and Reynolds has released new details about its Amplify 2026 retail summit, outlining a workshop agenda centred on artificial intelligence, dealership operations, compliance and data management. The annual event will take place Aug. 10-11 at the Park Hyatt Aviara …
Despite ongoing inflation and pressure on household budgets, the U.S. automotive market continues to show resilience, according to Cox Automotive’s latest Auto Market Weekly Summary. The report said U.S. new-vehicle transaction trends remained solid through the middle of June, while …
Justin Poy says Canada has something China’s fast-growing auto retail sector needs: decades of dealership management experience. Through the Global Dealer Academy, Poy and his partners are working with Georgian College in Barrie, Ont., to deliver a licensed Canadian automotive …
Mercedes-Benz Canada has expanded its retail presence beyond the dealership with the opening of Mercedes-Benz Studio Toronto, an immersive brand experience inside Holt Renfrew’s flagship store on Bloor Street. The studio, which opened June 26, is the first Canadian location …
The famous navy blue CADA Laureate crested jackets, old stories and an unmistakable reunion energy were everywhere as more than 30 CADA Laureate award recipients gathered in Ottawa and Gatineau to mark the program’s 20th anniversary. The event mixed nostalgia …
More than 30 CADA Laureates from across Canada heard a frank assessment of the political and economic challenges facing the auto retail sector during business sessions at the program’s 20th anniversary gathering in Gatineau, Que. CADA leaders, manufacturer association executives …
Dealers weighing whether to represent a Chinese OEM were urged to look beyond product, pricing and contracts during a business session in Gatineau, Que. featuring a gathering of CADA Laureate award winners. Niel Hiscox, CEO of Clarify Group, and publisher …
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 …
What lower-cost imports could mean for Canadian dealers Recently, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government signed a significant trade deal with China that opens the Canadian market to lower-cost electric vehicles. The consensus is that companies like BYD, and others, will …
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 …
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 …
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 …
