Following up on its plan to upgrade the visual identity of its dealerships across the nation, Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada announced the first stores in the maritimes to sport its new global image design: Steele Mitsubishi in Halifax, N.S., …
Customer experience management provider Dealer-FX plans to offer a more enhanced integration with its DMS software provider partner, PBS Systems. “We’re excited to offer a more complete integration with PBS Systems for our dealership customers,” said Gary Kalk, President and …
Honda of Canada Mfg. (HCM) and the Honda Canada Foundation will donate $1,843,500 in cash and in-kind (service/equipment) to Georgian College in Ontario as part of a multi-faceted partnership. It’s all related to a five-year agreement that includes funding for …
CarsArrive Network, part of KAR Auction Services, recently launched a consumer-direct vehicle transportation and logistics service known as CarsArrive Auto Relocation in the continental U.S. This retail relocation business is meant to serve consumers (individuals and corporate and commercial clients) …
U.S. new-vehicle retail sales for May are expected to reach 1,226,800 units — a 3.1 per cent decrease from the same period in 2018, according to a forecast by J.D. Power and LMC Automotive. They also anticipate the seasonally adjusted …
LGM Financial Services has launched a dealer consultation program designed to make the most of the dealers’ business performance while helping them enhance their customer experience. The company plans to have its “Distinction” managers work with Canadian automotive dealers to …
New research from the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) suggests that Canadians are worried and even confused about autonomous vehicles. According to the report, 55 per cent of Canadians believe self-driving cars offer several benefits, while 61 per cent of people …
Automotive industry veteran Randy Parker has been tapped as VP of National Sales at Hyundai Motor America, and will be responsible for all aspects of sales and distribution of its vehicles in the U.S. starting May 30. In his new …
The Ontario government has proposed a resolution to the long-pending issue of unlimited vicarious liability for auto lessors. The resolution was introduced in Bill 107: “Getting Ontario Moving Act” on May 2 by Jeff Yurek, Minister of Transportation. “The Getting …
With the growing popularity of the ACE Conference & Expo, Cox Automotive Canada used the venue to reveal a host of new products and updates. “ACE has grown to be a very respected event,” said Maria Soklis, President of Cox …
Rick Hansen wants all businesses — including car dealerships — to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. But it’s not just about building code compliance, it’s about real business opportunities. An iconic Canadian legend who has fought his whole life …
The U.S. has officially lifted the steel and aluminum tariffs it imposed on Canada nearly a year ago during NAFTA renegotiations, according to a statement from Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The move resulted in Canada lifting its counter tariffs …
