Canadian auto dealer senior editor Todd Phillips interviews Andrew Reutsky, the lead researcher from Harvard University that just released a new report: “Automotive Retail Advertising in Crisis.” The study found as much as 62% of dealership ad spending can’t be …
U.S. vehicle buyers may want greater price transparency, but many still appear to value the opportunity to negotiate, according to new research from CDK. The company surveyed more than 1,000 vehicle buyers in the second quarter about the incentives they …
Used-vehicle sourcing remains a challenge for Canadian dealers, with nearly half of franchised new-vehicle dealers surveyed reporting that conditions worsened during the first half of 2026. The findings come from a survey by DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC) and the Used …
Sung Kang is bringing Drifter back to Toronto, this time for the automotive-themed film’s world premiere at the 2026 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Kang, known to automotive enthusiasts for playing Han in the Fast & Furious franchise, wrote and …
CDK Global has named Sudhakar Ramakrishna President and CEO, effective Oct. 5, as the automotive retail software provider undergoes a leadership transition following several years of investment in its technology platform. Ramakrishna will also join CDK’s board of directors, according …
Canadian auto dealer Senior Editor Todd Phillips interviews Darren Slind, President of Clarify Group, about new national research into the attitudes of Canadian vehicle buyers. Slind discusses key findings from his company’s Vehicle Buyer Opinion Study (VBOS), including support for …
Hybrid vehicles are emerging as an increasingly important part of Canada’s electrification mix as consumers weigh affordability, efficiency and long-term vehicle value, according to Canadian Black Book (CBB). In its latest market insights article, CBB said hybrids have become one …
Canadian new light-vehicle sales posted a stronger year-over-year gain in August, rising an estimated 5.4 per cent as the market extended its growth streak to three consecutive months. DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC) estimates Canadians purchased approximately 168,000 new light vehicles …
iA Dealer Services is expanding its OEM business into the pure-play electric vehicle market through a new partnership with VinFast Auto Canada. The business unit of iA Financial Group said the agreement is its first OEM partnership with a manufacturer …
Consumer comfort with digital dealership transactions continues to grow, but credit checks remain a notable exception, according to CDK. Its latest State of F&I at the Dealership report found shoppers became more comfortable between 2025 and 2026 with submitting banking …
Canada’s used vehicle market entered the summer with more inventory, stable pricing and improving month-over-month transaction activity, according to CARFAX Canada’s mid-year market update released Aug. 13. Inventory increased 15.5 per cent in June from May and was 2.5 per …
LGM Financial Services says it has achieved carbon neutrality for its fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, while developing a strategy aimed at reducing its operational emissions over the longer term. The Vancouver-based automotive warranty, finance and insurance provider said …
