Independent repair shops have a significant advantage over new vehicle dealerships when Canadians are asked where they expect to find the best prices for vehicle maintenance and repair, according to new data from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC). The findings come …
U.S. new-vehicle prices reached their highest level of the year in July, even as the sales pace softened and consumers increasingly favoured lower-priced segments. Kelley Blue Book, a Cox Automotive brand, reported an average transaction price (ATP) of $49,855, up …
Dealers heading to Niagara Falls this fall will find an ACE 2026 agenda built around industry change, practical dealership strategies and opportunities to connect with suppliers. The Automotive Conference & Expo runs Oct. 15 and 16 at Fallsview Casino Resort, …
Hyundai Motor Group is expanding artificial intelligence across its business, building on a digital transformation effort that began in 2019. The automaker outlined its progress and future plans at its AX Achievement Showcase in Seoul on Aug. 12, saying accumulated …
Auto theft declined across Canada during the first half of 2026, extending a downward trend as governments, insurers and law enforcement continue efforts to combat vehicle crime. Équité Association’s First Half of 2026 Auto Theft Trend Report found 20,759 private …
CarGurus has announced the winners of its 2026 Top Dealer Awards, recognizing Canadian dealerships that stand out for customer satisfaction and competitive vehicle pricing. The automotive marketplace said fewer than 10 per cent of dealerships on its platform earned the …
Artificial intelligence adoption is becoming widespread across automotive retail, but dealers are still working out how to turn the technology into measurable business results. The inaugural Cox Automotive AI in Auto Retail Tracker, a quarterly study of dealers and vehicle …
Canadian used-vehicle wholesale prices continued their gradual retreat in the week ending Aug. 8, with the overall market declining 0.19 per cent, according to the latest Market Insights data. The decline was slightly steeper than the previous week’s 0.16 per …
DAS Technology has received a Gold Stevie Award for technology designed to help dealerships and other retailers improve their visibility in artificial intelligence-powered search. The company’s Power AI Search version X was named Technology Breakthrough of the Year in the …
Canada’s light vehicle market recorded a second straight month of year-over-year growth in July, with DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC) estimating sales reached 173,000 units, up from 172,000 units in July 2025. The 0.5 per cent increase follows June’s 1.9 per …
Economic conditions are creating a more challenging backdrop for the Canadian and U.S. auto markets, despite stronger vehicle spending during the second quarter, according to Cox Automotive’s latest Auto Market Weekly Summary. The report highlights slower-than-expected economic growth, stubborn inflation …
A joint law enforcement initiative has recovered 392 vehicles valued at an estimated $28 million after preventing their export through Canadian marine ports, according to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). Project NoCargo, launched in June 2025 by the RCMP’s …
