U.S. consumers are racing to buy electric vehicles before time runs out, a similar story experienced in Quebec when the Canadian government paused ZEV incentives earlier this year. CARFAX reported a sharp surge in sales of electric and hybrid vehicles …
Canadian Black Book’s latest Market Insights report shows wholesale used vehicle prices continue to soften, with trucks/SUVs leading the decline. For the week ending Sept. 21, 2025, overall wholesale prices slipped -0.24%, compared to the prior week’s -0.23%. Trucks/SUVs decreased …
September U.S. new-vehicle sales are anticipated to show a resilient market — one that continues to shake off key policy changes and economic uncertainty, according to a report from Cox Automotive. Based on the company, the September new-vehicle SAAR (Seasonally …
In response to the ongoing auto tariff situation the federal government has announced a series of supportive measures aimed at protecting workers and helping businesses adapt. The announcement, made by Rechie Valdez, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Secretary …
Canada’s automotive industry players are navigating a sourcing shake-up as they seek vehicles from locations other than the U.S. The federal government recently pulled back on some counter-tariffs, though the counter-tariffs on the U.S.-built vehicles remain. DesRosiers Automotive Consultants said …
In a melding of horsepower and heritage, Ontario Ford Dealers have secured a three-year agreement to become the Foundational Partner and Official Automotive Sponsor of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. The move, a strategic alignment, positions the province’s 147 independent …
EBlock officially launched what it calls Canada’s first omnichannel automotive wholesale experience centre, blending digital and physical wholesale operations under one roof. The grand opening ceremony was held on September 18. The facility is located on a 6.5-acre site in …
Canada’s largest private-sector union is calling on the federal government to maintain its 100 per cent surtax on electric vehicles imported from China, warning that removing the measure could further destabilize the domestic auto industry. Unifor warned that without the …
Ontario-based digital used vehicle retailer Clutch has appointed U.S. automotive veteran Richard Ball as its new Chief Production Officer. His resume includes high-impact roles at Carvana, Vroom, CarMax, and Sonic Automotive. In his new position Ball will have oversight of …
Tariff-exempted imports of autos and auto parts coming from Canada and Mexico declined significantly in July, with Canada’s autos/parts facing more than US$380 million (around CA$525.02 million) in levies during that period. That’s according to a report from CTV News, …
Digital agency Leger DGTL recently unveiled its latest study that highlights North Americans’ digital preferences for 2026, which found that users are unconsciously seeking informative, connecting, or thought-provoking content. They’re tired of just scrolling the page, even if it remains …
In August Canadian Black Book saw its Used Vehicle Retention Index decrease marginally to 138.1, which is 0.4 less than the prior month’s 138.5. The August index represents a 0.3 per cent decrease month-over-month, and a 1.5 per cent increase …
