The latest update on what automakers are doing during COVID-19 shows FCA implementing its Drive Forward initiative, Ford making face shields at its Windsor plant and new “heat” software for its Police Interceptor Utility vehicle, and General Motors offering Canadian …
The used car market is now showing signs of recovery in Australia as both lending and lockdown restrictions begin to ease. “In the grip of the uncertainty caused by the global pandemic in March and April, many used-car dealers, wholesalers, …
Robert Karbaum, Head of Business Development at Kijiji Autos, talks about the company’s latest Monthly Trend Report for April and the user increase in online car research and intent to buy, along with how the data is spread across provinces …
TRADER launched a digital retailing solution on autoTRADER.ca marketplace amid COVID-19 in May. “In response to recent circumstances that have accelerated interest in completing more of the car buying journey online, TRADER has made it a top priority to focus …
Car Media 2.0’s representatives will be activating SiriusXM radios in eligible vehicles at participating dealerships across Canada, thanks to a new partnership between the two companies. The move ensures that the three-month complimentary (audio entertainment) trial is activated in SiriusXM-equipped …
Decontamination companies are likely to gain popularity in Canada among dealerships in need of emergency or deep cleaning amid the novel coronavirus. One example of this is We Clean COVID19, a Canadian company that does exactly what its name suggests …
In its latest COVID-19: Aftermarket Update, DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC) continues to explore the impact of the pandemic on the auto industry, which includes a decline in kilometres driven, by focusing on the independent aftermarket installer community. DAC partnered with …
Karen O’Connell, Director of Governance & Plan Management, Benefits 360 Health & Welfare Trust, CADA, discusses the association’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic through CADA 360 and other innovations that were launched this year.
Tesla, seeking to boost demand for its vehicles in North America, cut the price of its vehicles by 6 per cent. The move comes as the electric vehicle maker experienced a decline in the region due to COVID-19 restrictions. “Tesla …
Ford is rolling out a sanitization system on its Police Interceptor Utility vehicle to help reduce the chance of COVID-19 contamination. “Our studies with Ford Motor Company indicate that exposing coronaviruses to temperatures of 56 degrees Celsius, or 132.8 degrees …
The Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance, which continues to struggle with existential problems, is trying to tweak its current deal. The alliance plans to revitalize its business by slimming down and dividing up markets, technologies and competencies, according to Forbes. “Nissan will lead …
General Motors’ Holden has invited dealers in Australia to negotiate their compensation packages via video conference during the second week of June. In early May, GM’s calculations suggested it owed some dealers as little as $350 per new-car sold during …
