Don’t be the sub guy
As an occupational hazard, and it truly can be hazardous to my health, I can’t just turn off the news. For the better part of 30+ years, I’ve had to stay abreast of current issues, report on them, and even …
Author: Todd Phillips
Buyer interest grows in made-in-Canada vehicles
In the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump imposing punishing new tariffs on Canada’s auto imports, which threatens to destabilize Canada’s auto manufacturing sector, there’s growing interest among Canadian buyers in learning more about which cars are actually made and …
Tesla and tariffs didn’t dampen Vancouver auto show excitement
Once organizers addressed the “elephant in the room” — why Tesla was removed from the Vancouver International Auto Show — the media preview day for the 101st edition of the event kicked off with about 80 reporters on hand getting a …
Safety fears cited as reason Tesla ousted from Vancouver International Auto Show
On the eve of the opening of the Vancouver International Auto Show, organizers announced Tuesday that Tesla was “removed” as a participant in the largest auto show in Western Canada. In a written statement and in a press conference outside …
Be the “I” in DEI
These are scary times. I’m not impossibly naive enough to believe that progress on social issues, like diversity, equity and inclusion, will always move steadily upward, and that any gains that are realized will be maintained. The truth is, human …
Optimistic but on high alert
Canadian auto dealer reached out to key lenders who serve the automotive retail industry to get a sense of their outlook and plans for dealers in 2025 Bankers, like most business leaders, like certainty. Or at least, a measure of …
Auto industry readies for prolonged tariff battle
Canada’s auto industry is bracing for what could be a prolonged battle over tariffs and vehicle production. After U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a 25 per cent tariff on all Canadian goods exported to the U.S. on March 4, the …
Accelerate Auto leaders take part in Empire Club’s first all-Black panel
For more than 120 years, the Empire Club of Canada has been a place where national and world business, political and cultural leaders come to speak. Over the years, the Empire Club has hosted speakers like British Prime Ministers Winston …
Dealers play key role at CADA Summit
Dealers love hearing from other dealers. You can tell that every time there’s a gathering of car dealers. The volume rises to rock concert decibel levels, and they squirrel away here and there, networking and sharing industry views and insights. …
How to navigate chaos: key takeaways from CADA Summit
U.S. President Donald Trump didn’t attend the 2025 CADA Summit held Wednesday in Toronto, but his presence and the impact of his policies resonated throughout the day nonetheless. The event typically sells out, but this year’s edition boasted record dealer …
Ford, GM and Stellantis OEM leaders share stage at CADA Summit
It was a rare sight to see the three Canadian leaders from Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis all sharing the same stage on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, at the sold-out CADA Summit. The leaders of the Detroit “Big Three” automakers …
Go back to basics, expert tells dealers at CADA Summit
Glenn Mercer, a well-known researcher who has authored countless reports and studies for NADA, took the stage at the CADA Summit on Wednesday and gave dealers some sound advice: Go back to basics. Mercer developed what he described as the …
