Retail sales at Canadian new-vehicle dealers edged higher during the first half of 2026, remaining at record levels in dollar terms despite broader economic and trade pressures. DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC) reported that retail sales at new-vehicle dealers increased 0.8 …

The ease of buying a vehicle in the U.S. remained below historical levels in August, despite few signs of deterioration across the individual steps of the purchase process, according to CDK Global’s latest Ease of Purchase Scorecard. For the second …

The average transaction price (ATP) for a new vehicle in the U.S. returned above US$50,000 in August, with Kelley Blue Book reporting increases across each of the market’s five highest-volume segments. According to the Sept. 10 report, the industry ATP …

Canadian new car dealer collision repair network Consolidated Collision Services (CCS) has selected ImEX Systems as a preferred technology partner, expanding the technology options available to its network of dealer-owned collision repair facilities across Canada.  ImEX Systems was founded in …

U.S. auto dealers became less confident about market conditions in the third quarter as affordability pressures continued to influence vehicle demand, according to Cox Automotive’s Q3 2026 Dealer Sentiment Index. The survey of 929 franchised and independent U.S. dealers, conducted …

The Canadian Automotive Partnership Council (CAPC) is calling for greater stability in Canada-U.S. trade as the automotive industry contends with tariffs and uncertainty over future investment. CAPC members met in Toronto on Sept. 9 with federal Industry Minister Mélanie Joly …

Hyundai Canada and its dealer network are continuing their support for pediatric cancer programs with $350,000 in funding announced alongside a special event at Murray Hyundai White Rock in British Columbia. The Hyundai Hope on Wheels event brought together patients …

Only days after Canada and the United States appeared close to a deal that could have reduced U.S. tariffs on Canadian-built vehicles, the talks collapsed and President Donald Trump threatened to raise automotive tariffs to 50 per cent on Jan. …

Organized crime groups are changing how they acquire vehicles in Canada, shifting from conventional theft toward increasingly sophisticated financing fraud that can allow vehicles to be exported before anyone realizes a crime has occurred. That was the warning from the …

With a midnight tariff deadline looming, the Canadian Automobile Dealers Association says it is cautiously optimistic that Canada and the United States can reach an agreement that avoids another escalation in the trade dispute and provides relief for the auto …

For collision centres, the pressure to improve productivity, maintain quality and keep vehicles moving through the shop continues to grow. That is where Mathieu Gélinas says Sherwin-Williams wants to play a larger role. Gélinas, Regional Sales Director, Eastern Canada for …

David Adams reflects on a career shaped by the auto industry When I was in high school, Gino Vannelli had a hit with a song called “The Wheels of Life.” I still like the song. The first two lines go …

A firsthand look at how China is reshaping the automotive future I have seen the future of the auto industry. It is China. I recently accompanied 70 Canadian new car dealers on the CADA 2026 China Study Tour to Beijing. …

After years of supply shortages, inflation, rising interest rates and rapid increases in vehicle prices, many Canadian consumers are entering dealerships with tighter budgets and greater caution. Affordability now shapes nearly every buying decision. A KPMG Canada survey released in …

Geopolitics and incentives are sparking renewed interest in EVs Electric vehicle sales seem to be gaining momentum again in Canada as rising fuel prices, renewed federal incentives and improving affordability bring more consumers back into the market. Statistics Canada reported …

Celebrating dealer excellence in three categories: Ambassadorship, Business Innovation and Retail Operations. Since 2005, the CADA Laureate Awards have recognized Canadian new car and truck dealers who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, business achievement and commitment to the industry. Each year, …