Author: Perry Lefko

Obituary: Remembering Lyn Bannister

April 10, 2026

Family, friends and employees of Lyn Bannister, founder of the Bannister Automotive Group, one of the largest retail dealer groups in Western Canada, are mourning his sudden passing while also celebrating the legacy of his career and the values he …

AI & tech reshape the F&I office

April 9, 2026

From recording transactions to coaching managers, AI is redefining workflow in dealership finance and insurance. The process of dealerships offering customers finance and insurance options has traditionally centred on a menu presentation and the approach of the individual manager in …

A look back, a look ahead

March 6, 2026

Dealers hoping to catch a breath after the chaos and uncertainty of 2025 are facing another year with even less certainty. To no one’s surprise, the Canadian automotive industry faces ongoing uncertainty in 2026, still feeling the effects of U.S. President …

Auto industry applauds Carney’s auto strategy

February 6, 2026

The Canadian automotive industry reacted favourably to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s plan for manufacturing electric vehicles without implementing mandatory sales targets. The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association (CADA) formally applauded the federal government’s announced Auto Strategy, including the decision to end …