One of the most surprising findings of a recently released report from Reynolds & Reynolds is that 11.63% of consumers thought they purchased their last vehicle online—yet in reality only about 2.56% completed the entire process online, due to their …
In a December 10 letter sent to several senators in the United States, Canada threatened to impose tariffs and suspend certain parts of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) due to the Biden administration’s proposed electric vehicle tax credit. A copy …
AutoTrader Media launched a new platform called TheCharge.ca to help bridge the gap between the rising consumer interest around electric vehicles, and the many barriers preventing them from actually following through on their intent to purchase. In an interview with …
U.S. President Joe Biden’s Build Back Better framework passed in the House—a move that may have certain OEMs and global automotive players feeling uncertain, particularly in Canada. According to the U.S. government, the framework’s electric vehicle tax credit “will lower …
The need to be aware of fraudulent activity is increasing among automotive retailers, as was clear during an Auto Dealer Innovation Series session offered on November 16 thanks to the Trillium Automobile Dealers Association (TADA). The session included several speakers …
How quickly do dealerships need to prepare for the electric future governments are eyeing and automakers are anticipating? That is the question asked by Ryan Robinson, Automotive Research Leader at Deloitte, who teamed up with the Trillium Automobile Dealers Association …
Day one of the 10th annual TalkAuto event, hosted by J.D. Power and Canadian Black Book, opened with a global view around the disruption impacting the automotive industry. Without a doubt, the semiconductor chip shortage continues to have real-world consequences …
A recent study by AutoTrader.ca points to a “seismic shift” from traditional sedans in favour of larger crossovers, SUVs, and trucks in recent years. The study found that more Canadian consumers are looking to upsize their vehicle, wanting more cargo …
Geazone Eco-Couriers, a zero-emissions courier company based in British Columbia, announced on November 15 the launch of a hydrogen-powered courier fleet via an online press conference. President & CEO Andrew Mitchell described the launch as the first of its kind …
Seven in 10 drivers outside of Quebec now use winter tires, according to a new Leger survey commissioned by the Tire and Rubber Association of Canada (TRAC). The 2021 Canadian Consumer Winter Tire Study found that 79% of Canadian drivers …
Developments in personal security for your dealership. This summer, Senior Vice President of Marsh Canada Christopher Nadolny observed an uptick in dealership theft. He was not able to pinpoint the exact cause of this increase, but the company did narrow …
Developments in automotive industry cyber attacks. Of the many types of cyber attacks that exist globally, 2021 is perhaps the year that ransomware stepped into the forefront of everyone’s mind, according to Bob Maley, Chief Security Officer at Black Kite. …
