
About Todd Phillips
Todd Phillips is the editorial director of Universus Media Group Inc. and the editor of Canadian auto dealer magazine. Todd can be reached at tphillips@universusmedia.com.
Insurance costs outpace fuel in rising ownership expenses
Insurance premiums have become the fastest-rising vehicle ownership expense in Canada over the past four years, outpacing increases in gasoline, maintenance and vehicle purchase prices, according to new Consumer Price Index (CPI) analysis from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC). The report …
Carney moves to toughen crime laws
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced sweeping crime measures Thursday aimed at curbing violent and repeat offences, tightening bail and sentencing laws, and expanding federal policing across Canada. The plan — part of the government’s “Canada Strong” agenda — includes new …
First half segment sales indicate diversion from long-term trends
In looking at segment sales for the first half of the year, DesRosiers Automotive Consultants found the data showed a diversion from some long-term trends. The sub-compact car segment was up 50.5 per cent during this period and 94.5 per …
OEM leaders set 2026 priorities at CADA Summit opener
The 2026 CADA Summit opened Wednesday in Toronto with OEM Quick Takes, a rapid-fire series of interviews moderated by journalist Jason Stein, host of SiriusXM’s Cars & Culture. The session brought together Canadian OEM leaders to outline 2026 priorities, market …
Small pickups and vans show strength in Q3 sales
The third quarter of 2025, year-to-date, revealed notable shifts in Canadian light vehicle segment-level sales — with the small pickup, small van, and compact luxury car segments staying strong, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. DAC said these were the top …
Montreal’s HGreg lands Mercuriades nod for U.S. growth
HGreg has been named a finalist in the International Market Development category at the 2026 Mercuriades awards, recognizing its expansion across North America, according to a company release issued March 13. The Montreal-based dealership group has grown to 46 dealerships …


