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.
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 …
The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada has named its semi-finalists for the 2026 Canadian Car of the Year Awards, narrowing a field of nearly 400 eligible models to 20 vehicles that reflect the breadth of Canada’s market. The awards span …
FliteHouse has teamed up with the Manitoba Motor Dealers Association (MMDA) to launch AI-powered agents built specifically for automotive retailers. The partnership comes in response to an increasing demand from dealers across the province looking to tackle staffing costs, improve …
The federal government has unveiled a $6-billion plan to recruit, train and hire up to 100,000 skilled trades workers, positioning the initiative as a key pillar in strengthening Canada’s workforce and industrial capacity. Announced as part of the spring economic …
Retail sales in Canada’s automotive sector showed little movement during the first quarter of 2026, a result industry analysts described as encouraging given the broader economic backdrop. According to data analyzed by automotive marketing and analytics firm DAC, retail sales …
Fresh off a record year for sales and dealer profitability, Volvo Car Canada used media day at the Canadian International AutoShow to double down on its safety DNA while signalling more product is on the way for retailers. With crash-tested …
