Looking back at 2020 from the moment COVID hit, Brian Murphy, VP, Research & Analytics at Canadian Black Book, explores how the current crisis impacted the automotive industry early on, how it evolved, and what dealers can expect in the new year.
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.
Canadian Black Book recently released its Used Vehicle Retention Index for February 2025, which saw the index sitting at 138.9 points compared to 138.0 in January. Year-over-year, CBB said the index is down -3.3%. “Wholesale vehicle values in Canada are …
Canadian Black Book (CBB) has released its 2026 Best Residual Value Awards, projecting which vehicles will retain the highest percentage of their original MSRP after four years, with values forecast for 2030. Announced Feb. 12 at media day at the …
The federal government will provide nearly $22.7 million for eight projects aimed at improving electric vehicle charging availability in British Columbia. That is according to an announcement from Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific …
Quebec-based OLIJEL said it will officially launch its Intelligent Kill Switch (IKS) anti-theft system in Ontario later this month, as vehicle theft remains a growing concern across the Greater Toronto Area. In a news release, the company said the Canadian-developed, …
Hyundai Canada and its dealers have donated $1 million to the CHU Sainte-Justine Foundation in Montreal, Quebec. It is one of the first presented by newly-formed non-profit Hyundai Hope On Wheels in Canada. The organization’s aim is to support paediatric …
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 …