Category: Features

Tackling tech shortages

November 4, 2024

Dealer associations help their members find skilled techs overseas Over the next several years, between 2022-2031, job openings for automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics, and mechanical repairers are anticipated to reach 54,000. The number of job seekers is …

Dealership diversification

November 4, 2024

Some dealers are branching into other business areas to spread out their risk and reap new rewards Some auto dealers are transforming into retailers who also happen to sell vehicles.  Many dealers add ancillary and complementary products related to vehicles, …

The 2024 Laureate Finalists

October 1, 2024

  AMBASSADORSHIP For extraordinary service to the community and the industry Duane Rath Motor Hub Auto Group, Truro, NS Most important success factor: The key factors for my success have certainly been my two great business partners. Initially, that was …

Making the grade

October 1, 2024

Grading the performance of the OEMs after the midpoint of the year. Who is excelling and who is lagging behind? Find out! Four years removed from COVID-19 closures and three years removed from the beginning of a severe supply chain …

Boost service retention with tire storage

October 1, 2024

Dealerships have options when it comes to building up their tire storage business Seasonal tire changes already drive big service revenues for dealerships, but focusing on providing tire storage options for your customers can boost retention and provide a great …

Tailor made retirement plans

August 7, 2024

Boost retention with a retirement savings plan that’s a perfect fit for your employees — and you PARTNER CONTENT Providing retirement savings programs for your dealership employees can boost morale and ease financial stress on your team and provide another …

Dealers explore tech to combat auto theft

July 29, 2024

Canadian auto dealer reached out to several providers of auto theft deterrent and stolen vehicle recovery technology to try to help dealerships better understand their options There are a number of auto-theft deterrent and stolen vehicle recovery technologies that are …

The war on cars

July 29, 2024

New government policies and increased regulator scrutiny to protect consumers are making it harder to sell cars and F&I products Many Canadian dealerships and their dealer associations are becoming increasingly frustrated with federal and provincial government regulatory agencies putting up roadblocks …

Protect your valuable inventory

CADA-backed technology helps dealerships manage their lots and recover stolen vehicles With the rising tide of stolen vehicles plaguing dealerships across the country, dealers need help protecting their inventory and recovering stolen vehicles. Garage insurance providers are demanding it.  “CADA …