Shop talk
Tools of the trade Lifts mades easy – Rotary Lift TRIO Arms Technicians who use Rotary Lift’s SmartLift inground lift will now have an easier time working on cars, trucks and vans. The company announced its patented TRIO Arms are …
Author: Todd Phillips
NADA convention celebrates 100 years
The 2017 National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Convention & Expo is heading to the Big Easy in New Orleans, Louisiana, from January 26-29, 2017. As many as 24,000 people, including dealers from across the world, auto industry leaders and more …
The rising fortunes of Panera Bread
Panera Bread continues to evolve its offering using a mix of technology and common sense to better meet customer needs Business is always a bit of a risk, but there are times when the wildest gambles pay off. And that’s …
Hearts and soul
Auto dealers care deeply about their communities and many aren’t afraid to dig into their wallets to help those in need There’s a reason auto dealers are often the first stop for intrepid fundraisers, sports teams and service organizations looking …
OpenRoad tops list of Best Employers in Canada
When you consistently are named as one of Canada’s top employers, you have to be doing a lot of things right. That’s the honour earned for the sixth straight year by OpenRoad Auto Group in the annual survey conducted by …
Rick Koch bestowed with prestigious honour
One of the most active and high-profile industry leaders who served in numerous roles with the Automotive Business School of Canada was recognized with an Honourary Diploma, one of Georgian College’s most prestigious honours, at a convocation event. Rick Koch, …
The pioneers celebrate success
[wzslider autoplay=”true” info=”true”] The first batch of graduates from the Automotive Dealership Management Program at the Automotive Business School of Canada (ABSC) received their degrees and now return to industry with new skills and knowledge — taught from a Canadian …
Finalists named for Canadian Car of the Year Awards
The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) have named the top three finalists in eight categories that are now vying for the 2017 Canadian Car of the Year crown. The association will name the category winners from the list of …
ABSC students network with future employers
[wzslider autoplay=”true” info=”true”] Students at the Automotive Business School of Canada (ABSC) had a chance to learn about exciting new developments in automotive technology and network with prospective employers at the AIA Canada Student Aftermarket Day held recently in Barrie, …
Service excellence focus at OEM Forum
With vehicles becoming more of a commodity purchase, focusing on service excellence is one way to further differentiate your dealership from the competition, dealers were told at an exclusive OEM Forum event held in Toronto yesterday, organized by F&I provider …
CADA releases CADA Summit teaser video
To capture the interest of dealers, the Canadian Automobile Dealers Association (CADA) sent out a video teaser this week to its members to promote the content of the 2017 CADA Summit slated for Feb. 15, 2017 in Toronto, Ont. You …
It’s party time
When it’s time to celebrate, there are few places better suited for revelry than New Orleans, Louisiana. After serving dealers and the industry for 75 years, it’s only fitting that the Canadian Automobile Dealers Association will gather its dealers and …
