The New Car Dealers Association of B.C. (NCDA) is urging the provincial government to tackle vehicle affordability, skilled-trades shortages and electric-vehicle infrastructure as it develops Budget 2027. In a submission to the province’s pre-budget consultation process, NCDA President and CEO …
UVeye has announced a new integration with CARFAX that combines vehicle history information with automated vehicle inspections, giving dealerships access to maintenance and recall data during the appraisal and service process. The integration allows dealerships enrolled in the CARFAX Car …
Most consumers purchasing vehicles from independent dealerships are doing so out of necessity rather than desire, according to new research from Cox Automotive that highlights how affordability pressures and trust concerns are reshaping the used-vehicle buying journey. The study, Know …
Toyota Canada used a recent media event in Quebec to showcase its growing lineup of electrified vehicles, including new battery-electric and plug-in hybrid models scheduled to arrive in dealerships this year. The automaker’s Unplug and Drive event, held June 2-5, …
Canadian light-vehicle sales totalled an estimated 178,000 units in April, down 3.9 per cent from the roughly 186,000 units sold in the same month last year, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC). The April results come one year after the …
The Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association (CVMA) has released a report marking its 100th anniversary, highlighting the history of Canada’s automotive industry and the contributions of its member companies Ford, General Motors and Stellantis. Released June 18, the report examines the …
The U.S. electric vehicle market showed further signs of stabilization in May, according to Cox Automotive’s latest EV Market Monitor. New EV sales reached an estimated 84,746 units during the month, up 10.3 per cent from April but down 21.9 …
The global connected tire market is projected to reach US$298.3 billion by 2033, up from an estimated US$35.2 billion in 2026, according to a new report from Persistence Market Research. The research firm forecasts a compound annual growth rate of …
U.S. wholesale used-vehicle values continued to strengthen in early June, according to Cox Automotive’s latest Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI). The index rose to 213.9 in the first 15 days of June, reflecting a 0.6 per cent increase in …
Canadian used-vehicle wholesale prices continued to decline last week, according to the latest Canadian Black Book (CBB) Market Insights report, as both car and truck segments recorded losses. The overall wholesale market fell 0.29 per cent for the week ending …
Groupe Touchette is expanding its warehouse operations in Winnipeg as the tire distributor continues to invest in its national distribution network. The Montreal-based company announced plans to showcase its latest warehouse expansion during a media event at its 176,000-square-foot facility …
Hyundai Auto Canada used Canada’s FIFA World Cup debut on home soil to shine a spotlight on childhood cancer awareness through its Hyundai Hope on Wheels program. The automaker, an official mobility partner of FIFA World Cup 2026, said a …
