An update on the Mechanics Beyond Borders project Back in the mid-fifties, my dad was a service manager of a Reliant dealership: “A three wheeler as used by Mr. Bean!” I was eight when I started going to the workshop …
New software tools evolve to handle the complexity of managing dealerships Dealership management software (DMS) programs are well-known tools to help streamline operations and boost sales. Yet choosing the best system for your needs is no easy task. The systems …
The aftermarket is killing you. What can you do to fight back? It’s a hot topic of contention, dealers versus aftermarket vendors and independent repair shops. The general perception among the public is that taking your car to an independent …
Canada’s economic foundations are sound Everywhere you look there seems to be another dire warning on the state of Canada’s housing market. Homes are overvalued by huge margins, screams one headline. Consumers are in debt up to their ears, warns …
As the price of gas increases, consumers become increasingly interested in the fuel efficiency of their vehicles, and in fuel efficiency in general According to a survey conducted by Synovate last year, fuel economy was the third most important concern …
It was a packed house for the first social media boot camp event put on by the Trillium Automobile Dealers Association (TADA) in Toronto last week. Dealers from across Ontario, and even one from Vancouver, came to roll up their …
Canadian auto dealers have launched class action lawsuits over alleged price-fixing by auto parts manufacturers. Three class action lawsuits have been launched in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice seeking more than $700 million in damages on behalf of Canadian …
The Toronto Automobile Dealers Association (TADA) says it has successfully fought off an attempt by the Ontario government to bring new regional gas taxes and road tolls to the province. These extra costs were recommended by Don Drummond, the Chair …
JAMA Canada says it wholeheartedly supports the launch of formal negotiations between the Government of Canada and the Government of Japan towards a comprehensive economic partnership agreement announced recently in Tokyo. “This announcement, which follows the release of the Joint …
Scotiabank announced a new loan program for Canadians considering the purchase of new, more eco-friendly automobiles. The Scotiabank EcoLiving Auto Loan program provides competitive loan pricing on a wide array of 2011 and 2012 hybrid, electric and clean diesel vehicles. …
Small is in, according to global automotive design trends. However, Americans continue to love their trucks, SUVs, minivans and other larger vehicles that promise flexibility that many small modern vehicles can’t yet deliver. This was the challenge posted to a …
by Todd Phillips and Melissa Wilson The Canadian automobile industry was saddened last week to learn of the death of Paul O’Regan, of O’Regan Automotive Group in Nova Scotia. O’Regan was a CADA Laureate and a major player in the …
