Will BEVs be just a short-term solution? After more than 135 years, the “ICE-Age” of automobiles—the Internal Combustion Engine age—will come to an end by 2035, if currently proposed regulations in Canada, and much of the developed world, all take effect. …
Dealerships who don’t provide a great test drive experience are missing sales opportunities The vast majority of test drives in Canada do not have a sales consultant present in the vehicle. Is this considered “great salesmanship,” or a new habit, …
Dealers are making money but this isn’t the time for standing still Amidst all the chaos in the world today, quite surprisingly, the atmosphere at most Canadian car dealers is one of calm. Despite the prolonged and continuing supply …
We are old enough to remember when economists, sociologists, and futurologists alike, predicted the end of the long hours culture in favour of a new utopia called the “leisure society.” The argument ran in the 1960s and 1970s that technology …
What to think about when buying a business I’ve often felt that leaders in the retail automotive space are the most entrepreneurial people in business. They are self-motivated and driven, communicative and resourceful. Most importantly though, their ability to be …
As dealership leaders we train and coach our sales consultants to ask a myriad of qualifying questions so that they gain a better understanding of a customer’s needs and wants in a newer vehicle. There are, however, two questions that …
Better to be safe than sorry when it comes to tax compliance. Here are some tips This article was written in April, 2022, and at this time of the year, everyone in the country is thinking about taxes—personal taxes, corporate …
Is there any hope of EVs achieving price parity with ICE vehicles? Read any article or survey on why customers are reluctant to buy electric vehicles, and three primary reasons will almost certainly top the list: driving range, charging time …
Honest and timely communication with consumers is necessary in the face of current inventory challenges There is no doubt that new car dealers in every region of the country continue to experience significant challenges as a result of the pandemic, …
Be up front with your customers about the impact of winter on your EV’s performance and you’ll build a lasting trust As most Canadians are seeing the last bits of snow melt and are starting to install their summer tires, …
When it comes to implementing new software, getting the technology working is the easy part. Getting the team to adapt to change is another matter So you heard from your fellow dealers about an amazing new software tool to streamline …
There’s a disconnect between government mandates and the support needed to achieve them This is because most of the announcements related to the auto sector had been previously telegraphed through the 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan (ERP), released with much fanfare …
