The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada has named its semi-finalists for the 2026 Canadian Car of the Year Awards, narrowing a field of nearly 400 eligible models to 20 vehicles that reflect the breadth of Canada’s market. The awards span …
Matador AI was appointed an Official Preferred Partner for Nissan USA in the automaker’s first AI Lead Nurturing category. It’s a move that underscores how quickly artificial intelligence is reshaping the retail side of the industry. The Montreal-based company has …
HGreg has expanded its footprint on Montreal’s South Shore with the acquisition of Toyota Park Avenue and Honda Park Avenue. It’s a move the company said aligns with its long-term growth strategy in Quebec. President and CEO John Hairabedian called …
Hyundai Canada has appointed longtime executive Ken Maisonville as its new chief operating officer, a move the company said will strengthen alignment across its sales, marketing and aftersales operations. The appointment reflects the OEM’s focus on refining processes and maintaining …
The Vancouver International Auto Show is returning to the Vancouver Convention Centre next spring. To help boost excitement and incentive to attend the event, organizers opened ticket sales with a short Black Friday window offering half-price admission. A limited number …
U.S. new-vehicle sales are expected to ease in November as higher prices and waning electric-vehicle demand temper what had been a strong stretch for the market. Cox Automotive projects a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 15.7 million, slightly ahead of …
The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association is urging Ottawa to reset the federal Zero-Emission Vehicle mandate, arguing that current sales targets are no longer realistic for consumers or the market. The association made the comments in a press release and to …
New research from the Canadian International AutoShow suggests most drivers are not ready to give up gas-powered vehicles, even as the federal government weighs adjustments to its electric-vehicle mandate ahead of winter. A poll of 1,202 AutoShow Insider panellists found …
Next year the Montreal International Auto Show will bring more than 30 brands to the Palais des congrès in January, marking the return of Audi and BMW after multi-year absences and introducing three new themed zones aimed at families, outdoor …
Canadian auto dealer senior editor Todd Phillips interviews Darren Slind, Co-Founder, President Clarify Group about the consultancy firm’s research findings that prove the relevance of auto shows in North America. Slind’s firm conducts auto show studies with attendees for …
With colder weather settling in, new research points to steady demand for traditional 12-volt car batteries. Dealers know well it’s a core aftermarket product that remains a fixture in winter maintenance, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. DAC surveyed more than …
Canadian auto dealer senior editor Todd Phillips interviews Michael Robinet, VP, Forecast Strategy, S&P Global Mobility about his session at the upcoming CADA Summit being held February 11, 2026 in Toronto. Robinet gives a sneak preview of his presentation about …
