Ryan Robinson, Research Leader, Global Automotive Sector for Deloitte Canada’s Consumer Industry Center, discusses the shifting behaviour and attitude of consumers in Ontario regarding vehicle ownership, and what their expectations are when it comes to dealers and online car buying.
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.
February light vehicle sales figures may seem somewhat inconsequential in light of the newly imposed U.S. tariffs, but DesRosiers Automotive Consultants suggest it would be a shame to think this as the numbers were “remarkable.” Of note, February was the …
Toyota and Lexus took the top brand honours in the J.D. Power 2026 Canada ALG Residual Value Awards, which recognize vehicle brands and models expected to hold the strongest resale value in their segments. The awards matter to dealers and …
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 …
Canadian automotive employment continues to weaken, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. They released a report showing employment in the sector has been impacted amid an economy that shrunk in the second quarter and an ongoing trade conflict with no resolution …
U.S.-based software development company Cerence AI is expanding its footprint beyond the vehicle with the launch of two new conversational AI agents aimed at dealerships and OEMs. It’s a strategic shift toward a broader automotive ecosystem. It’s newsworthy to Canadian …
Canadian auto dealer’s newest columnist Bruce Duguay attended his first CADA Summit. The sold-out event featured record dealer and overall attendance, and arrived at a time when dealers were really eager to gather and chat, as we hear from …