Canada’s auto industry is still trying to assess what the arrival of Chinese-built electric vehicles will mean for the market, even as Ottawa has begun to formalize how those vehicles could enter the country. In interviews with Canadian auto dealer …
The North American auto market is expected to cool in 2026, with most key metrics edging lower after a stronger-than-anticipated 2025, according to Cox Automotive’s latest industry outlook. The company projects U.S. new-vehicle sales will reach 15.8 million units in …
Canadian light vehicle production declined slightly in 2025, as longstanding structural challenges were compounded by new short-term pressures, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. Total output fell to 1.2 million units, down from 1.3 million in 2024 — a fraction of …
Auto industry groups are calling on British Columbia to scrap its zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate, warning the policy is out of step with federal direction and current market conditions. In a joint statement issued March 24 in Vancouver, the Canadian …
Dilawri Group has opened a new standalone Genesis facility in Regina, adding to the luxury brand’s growing retail presence across Canada. The dealership, announced in a March 2026 release, reflects Genesis’s continued push toward dedicated, high-end retail environments, separate from …
Canada’s automotive sector took centre stage in Vancouver as industry leaders met ahead of the Vancouver International Auto Show to discuss the country’s evolving policy and market landscape. They took part in a panel discussion, hosted by the Greater Vancouver …
Canada’s used wholesale vehicle market posted another modest decline in mid-March, extending a gradual downward trend as pricing continues to normalize. According to Canadian Black Book’s Market Insights report for the week ending March 14, wholesale values slipped by 0.20 …
The Motor Vehicle Retailers of Ontario (MVRO) is calling for nominations for its Women Driven Leadership Awards, part of a broader push to recognize leadership and support industry development across the province. In a recent member update, the association said …
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 …
Canadian-based taq Automotive Intelligence has teamed up with VinFast to support a digital retailing offering for customers of the electric vehicle manufacturer. The partnership was announced on July 4; under the agreement taq Automotive Intelligence will provide an “intelligence-based, white-labeled” …
Dealers attending NADA 2026 heard AI promises everywhere. What should they take seriously now? The AI conversation in automotive accelerated rapidly in 2025. Some dealers moved quickly, others more cautiously. What mattered was whether restraint was deliberate, driven by learning, engagement, …
Chuck Seguin looks ahead at a year shaped by economic headwinds, shifting OEM demands, and continued dealer resilience Since we are at the beginning of the New Year, I thought it would be appropriate to offer some insights into the …
How auto retail executives can build a thought partner to accompany them on their journey Senior leadership can be lonely. You’re expected to make fast decisions with incomplete information, navigate competing priorities, and maintain a consistent philosophy across dozens — sometimes …
Dealers hoping to catch a breath after the chaos and uncertainty of 2025 are facing another year with even less certainty. To no one’s surprise, the Canadian automotive industry faces ongoing uncertainty in 2026, still feeling the effects of U.S. President …
Engagement beats reach in digital marketing’s next act Dealers will need to rethink how engagement is measured, and where customers are getting stuck. The automotive industry’s latest evolutionary phase may appear de-evolutionary on the surface: digital marketing is melting back …
CADA 360 Drive HR integrates AI and automation to improve accuracy, culture, and employee engagement. A new wave of innovation is redefining dealership HR, giving dealers something they’ve never fully had before: real control over people risk, compliance, and culture. …
