Canadian gasoline consumption reached a record high in the first quarter of 2026, underscoring the continued strength of Canada’s internal combustion vehicle fleet despite the growing presence of zero-emission vehicles. According to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC), domestic gasoline consumption totalled …
Used electric vehicle sales in the U.S. are expected to climb to a record high in the second quarter while new EV demand continues to normalize, according to Cox Automotive’s 2026 Mid-Year Review. Cox forecasts about 128,000 used EV sales …
Canadian used wholesale vehicle prices continued their downward trend during the week ending June 20, with the market declining 0.35 per cent, according to the latest Canadian Black Book Market Insights report. Passenger car values led the decline, falling 0.42 …
A leading German automaker has entered a paid technical evaluation program with Boston-based Teradar to assess the company’s terahertz vision sensor for future advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving applications. Announced by Teradar, the program will evaluate the …
The global electric vehicle charging station market is expected to grow from US$38.55 billion in 2026 to US$120.85 billion by 2033, according to a new report from MarketsandMarkets. The research firm forecasts a compound annual growth rate of 17.7 per …
As dealerships continue to assess and adopt new digital tools, artificial intelligence applications and core retail technology platforms, the second annual Canadian Automotive Retail Technology (CART) Study is aiming to provide a broader national picture of how dealers are using …
The New Car Dealers Association of B.C. (NCDA) is urging the provincial government to tackle vehicle affordability, skilled-trades shortages and electric-vehicle infrastructure as it develops Budget 2027. In a submission to the province’s pre-budget consultation process, NCDA President and CEO …
UVeye has announced a new integration with CARFAX that combines vehicle history information with automated vehicle inspections, giving dealerships access to maintenance and recall data during the appraisal and service process. The integration allows dealerships enrolled in the CARFAX Car …
Most consumers purchasing vehicles from independent dealerships are doing so out of necessity rather than desire, according to new research from Cox Automotive that highlights how affordability pressures and trust concerns are reshaping the used-vehicle buying journey. The study, Know …
Toyota Canada used a recent media event in Quebec to showcase its growing lineup of electrified vehicles, including new battery-electric and plug-in hybrid models scheduled to arrive in dealerships this year. The automaker’s Unplug and Drive event, held June 2-5, …
Canadian light-vehicle sales totalled an estimated 178,000 units in April, down 3.9 per cent from the roughly 186,000 units sold in the same month last year, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC). The April results come one year after the …
The Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association (CVMA) has released a report marking its 100th anniversary, highlighting the history of Canada’s automotive industry and the contributions of its member companies Ford, General Motors and Stellantis. Released June 18, the report examines the …
