PBS Systems has acquired Dealer Image Pro, a U.S.-based inventory merchandising software provider, the company announced April 2. Dealer Image Pro, headquartered in Sacramento, Calif., develops tools that help dealerships photograph, edit and publish vehicle listings more quickly, using a …
Canadian new-vehicle sales fell in March, with volumes estimated at fewer than 170,000 units, down 8.2 per cent from approximately 185,000 units in March 2025, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC). The decline comes despite one fewer selling day compared …
SWTCH Energy has introduced a new EV charging feature that allows drivers to start a session with a tap of their smartphone, even without a cellular connection. The Toronto-based company announced the launch of SWTCH Tap on April 7. The …
Canadian Black Book’s Used Vehicle Retention Index rose slightly in March, increasing 0.3 points to 132.5, up from 132.2 in February. Year-over-year, the index declined 5.3 per cent. The modest increase reflects typical seasonal patterns in the wholesale market, where …
Autel Energy and ChargeLab have announced a partnership to deliver integrated EV charging solutions in Canada, combining charging hardware with management software, according to a release issued April 7. The agreement brings together Autel’s EV chargers with ChargeLab’s software platform, …
British Columbia has introduced legislation aimed at adding flexibility to its zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate, a move the New Car Dealers Association of B.C. (NCDA) said better reflects current market conditions. Announced April 1, the legislation still maintains a long-term …
Zanchin Automotive Group has established a new scholarship in honour of retiring employee Carmen Scaglione, recognizing his long-standing contributions to the organization, according to a company release. The scholarship will support students pursuing post-secondary education and is intended to reflect …
The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) has named Toyota, Volvo and Mercedes-Benz as winners of its 2026 Innovation Awards, announced at the recent Vancouver International Auto Show. The annual awards recognize standout automotive technologies across three categories: green, safety …
AutoCanada has entered into a national partnership with AutoTrader.ca, the company announced March 31, positioning the platform as a central component of its digital retail strategy. The Edmonton-based dealer group said the agreement will establish a more unified approach to …
Weeve has launched Avigo, a new electric car-sharing platform aimed at reshaping how vehicles are accessed in urban environments, the company announced March 25. The Montreal-based company said Avigo is designed to integrate directly into residential and office buildings, positioning …
Kot Auto Group has opened what it says is Canada’s largest Hyundai dealership in Langford, B.C., alongside a new standalone Genesis facility, according to a company announcement. The new Hyundai store spans more than 75,000 square feet and replaces the …
Dealers and sales professionals across British Columbia were recognized for their performance in electric vehicle sales, customer service and community involvement at the Vancouver International Auto Show, which opened with an awards ceremony hosted by the New Car Dealers Association …
