Columbia Chrysler, Go Auto’s first British Columbia dealership, has moved to a new home at the Richmond Auto Mall. As of November 1, the store is operating as Go Richmond Chrysler, bringing two Go Auto locations under one roof. The …

Canada’s used wholesale vehicle market posted another week of modest declines, with prices dropping -0.26 per cent for the week ending October 25 — similar to the prior week, according to Canadian Black Book. Cars fell -0.21 per cent, also …

Automotive technology continues to evolve, with the latest news coming from Autech-Otis Parking Systems; the company introduced a next-generation mechanical parking solution aimed at high-density urban centres worldwide. The new “XY” system allows vehicles to move horizontally and vertically to …

Consumers are changing how they buy, and those shifts extend to vehicle shopping.  A new Harris Poll study, Challenger Retail 2025, shows that shoppers are becoming more careful and value-conscious as they adapt to higher costs and economic uncertainty. For …

Canada’s new light-vehicle market posted steady growth in September, with results varying widely across provinces. While Ontario led the way with a 7.7 per cent increase in sales, British Columbia, Alberta and Prince Edward Island saw slight declines compared to …

The Canadian used-vehicle market is showing fresh signs of weakness heading into the final stretch of 2025, according to Canadian Black Book’s Residual Value Newsletter for November 2025. Softer wholesale prices, slower new-vehicle sales, and lingering trade uncertainty are tempering …

Hyundai Canada gave Hamilton Health Sciences a $100,000 cheque on Tuesday at McMaster Children’s Hospital as part of the manufacturer’s commitment to funding research and support grants for pediatric oncology centres throughout the country. Hope on Wheels Chair Rein Knol …

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 …

B.C.’s auto sector needs a global solution to solve tech shortage British Columbia’s automotive sector is at a turning point. Valued at over $17 billion annually and employing more than 30,000 people, the sector plays a crucial role in our province’s …

Let’s take a look at all the inherent costs of delivering wholesale parts  You have a solid wholesale parts program. Great!  Your fleet of parts trucks are delivering every day. Wonderful! You think you are financially healthy — but are you? …

Upgrade opportunities abound but you need a consistent process Before spending more advertising dollars trying to attract new customers, ensure you have solid procedures in place for “Upgrade Opportunities.” Who can you target? Any customers who paid cash; Any finance …

As dealership fraud rises, so do efforts from Canada’s bankers to help dealers fight back. For decades, Canadian auto dealers have relied on their banking partners not only for capital but for stability, training, and trusted guidance. Few know this …

Find out who’s up, down, and why in our annual look at how the year is shaping up for new vehicle sales Predictability has gone out the window.  Within the last five years, Canada’s automotive industry moved from a pandemic …

Dealer associations are stepping up efforts to help dealers fill tech shortages Technician shortages remain a reality and a looming threat to businesses in Canada, though efforts to fill these gaps have intensified since our last update in 2024.  Back …