When most people think about the future of transportation, they picture electric vehicles, connected cars, autonomous driving technology and increasingly sophisticated software. Few stop to consider the people who will keep those vehicles safely on the road. Yet one of …
Why B.C.’s ZEV policy shift could reshape Canada’s EV strategy The recent introduction of amendments to zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) legislation in British Columbia marks an important, and overdue, shift in how governments approach the transition to electrification. For dealers, consumers, …
Governments move toward a more practical, market-aware approach to EV adoption Every once in a while, policy shifts happen quietly, incrementally, over years. And then there are days when the direction changes almost all at once. Canada’s automotive sector recently …
After years of disruption, record attendance and high-intent engagement show why auto shows continue to matter For a while, I’ll admit, I wondered what the future held for the traditional auto show. The Vancouver International Auto Show had been on …
Will 2026 be a turning point for affordable, practical vehicle ownership? British Columbia enters 2026 at a crossroads — one that reflects both the province’s unique pressures and the broader affordability challenges unfolding across Canada. While BC faces several issues that are more …
Reviewing a year of highs, lows and the growing affordability crisis As we prepare to close out 2025, it’s important to begin by marking a milestone: the 20th anniversary of Canadian auto dealer. For two decades, this publication has documented …
The incentive “carrot” has been taken away, while the “stick” remains firmly in place September 9th marked International EV Day — traditionally a time to celebrate progress. But this year, British Columbia stands at a crossroads. After 15 years of leadership …
B.C.’s auto sector needs a global solution to solve tech shortage British Columbia’s automotive sector is at a turning point. Valued at over $17 billion annually and employing more than 30,000 people, the sector plays a crucial role in our province’s …
Chasing solutions to the skills shortage in the auto sector The auto sector is no different than other highly-skilled and tech-based industries that face a wave of retirements in the coming years. And while skills training and recruitment has been …
A balanced approach to understanding and using AI will serve auto dealers well Every time we step into a newer model vehicle, artificial intelligence makes its presence known, helping us make decisions and drive more safely, through features like emergency breaking …
Creating equal opportunities for all in the automotive sector The automotive sector has been a male dominated domain for decades, but in recent years we have seen a positive trend develop as more women ascend to senior leadership roles within …
After being sidelined by COVID and supply issues, auto shows have roared back to life I have to admit, there was a period when I questioned what the future might hold for the traditional auto show. After all, the Vancouver …
