Richfield, Ohio-based OEConnection, a leading provider of online solutions for original equipment manufacturer distribution networks, has announced the release of a time-saving Short Message Service (SMS) notification feature for D2D Express, the automotive industry’s most widely-used e-commerce backorder parts sourcing …
Back in June we spoke with Ford Motor Company’s vice president of powertrain engineering in the U.S., Joe Bakaj about the firm’s 1.0-litre, three-cylinder EcoBoost engine joining the North American lineup. At the time, Ford had brought over some European …
At the start of each winter, it often seems as if many motorists forget about the challenges cold weather driving presents. And, based on a new survey from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company, it appears 2012 is shaping up …
Manheim Auctions has announced that following the damage and destruction wrought by Hurricane Sandy on the U.S. Eastern Seaboard, it is relaxing some of its policies to help affected dealers get back on their feet. Among the policy amendments are …
During a recent televised interview with Bloomberg, Stephan Winkelmann, CEO of Lamborghini, said that he does not expect demand for ultra-luxury vehicles to increase next year. “We are very cautious,” he said. “The Europe crisis is not over.” Although Winkelmann …
With American Suzuki having filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection last week and choosing to cease selling automobiles in the U.S. many dealers are struggling to figure out the best plan of action. Suzuki has said that it plans to …
Scotiabank says it is pleased to announce the appointment of Donald MacDougall to the position of Senior Relationship Manager, Atlantic Dealer Finance Centre (DFC). In his new role, Donald will be responsible for the development of new business opportunities as …
Canadian auto dealer takes a look at vehicle electrification, how it is changing the industry and its potential impact on the future of automotive retailing Progress. It’s a fact of life. Things advance, evolve and (in theory at least) improve. …
Automotive purchasing groups are helping dealers buy and also build for the future We all hear about methods to make the shopping experience simpler and more convenient. One of them is the single source where you can buy just about …
Involvement in the local community has proven to be rewarding in many ways for Gus Brown Buick GMC Gus Brown has been a General Motors dealer in Whitby for 41 years. During that time he’s seen many changes. Yet despite …
An online classified vehicle service can provide convenient networking for dealers In the remarketing business, dealers are always looking at ways to streamline the process, both in terms of time and money. Traditionally, the only way to buy or sell …
A cross-Ontario tour helps keep dealers up to speed on digital marketing trends and tactics The conference room and agenda were both jam packed at the Canadian Digital Dealer II conference held in September in Toronto. The event was …
