In uncertain times, dealers are buckling down and dialed in on what they need The year keeps on ticking by. We are still waiting, however, for some evidence of normality as we begin to assemble our plans for 2026. …
Amid all the chaos and confusion, focus on what is within your control When I began writing the first draft of this article, I immediately focused on the tariff situation and the global geopolitical landscape. Although there’s much material to write …
As dealers brace for what comes next, they need to factor in their succession plans As I sit here today and look back on the first few months of the year, I must say that the results are much better …
It’s important for dealers to communicate to their teams during uncertain times As I sit here the Sunday after Liberation Day and ponder what the U.S. administration has done, I can’t help but be distracted by the abundance of “expert opinions” that …
There’s lots of opportunity, but it will require hard work and fresh approaches In 2023, I wrote an article called, Staying alive until 2025. At the time I wrote that article, things were unsteady on the back of both COVID …
In uncertain times, one thing is for certain: you need to motivate your team In my previous column, I highlighted that 2025 will be anything but normal. With businesses in general, and dealerships in particular, facing so much uncertainty, the …
There’s a murky picture of what lies ahead for auto retail in 2025 and you can’t believe everything you read For as many years as I can remember, the dawn of a new year was normally greeted with much anticipation …
Clarity would be great, but flux remain the order of the day Canadian interest rates declined another quarter point this morning, with hints of more declines likely in the coming year. This is good news for Canadians who are on …
There are mixed signs in the market, and some dark clouds dealers need to keep their eyes on. Looking back over the years, the job of a dealer used to be quite simple: unlock the doors, and the customers either …
Dealers are facing one of the most uncertain periods in their history. Time will tell how it will unfold. Stay vigilant. The challenges facing automobile dealers are increasing at an alarming rate. The forces of nature that historically impacted automobile …
Seems like you can’t get your dealership out of second gear? Maybe it’s time to rethink your approach. Is your dealership experiencing momentum? Momentum is a term generally used to describe forward physical movement. its effects, however, can apply to …
Machine learning is part of our operations. But we need to build proper safeguards to deliver a great experience. I really like this time of year. It’s when pundits from many walks of life opine on where our automotive business …
