The cyclical recovery in global auto sales that began in mid-2009 remains intact, according to the most recent Scotiabank Global Auto Report. Gains have averaged 7 per cent over the past three years, including a 13 per cent surge in …
Ford Motor Company has said that it is spending more than $773 million U.S. on new equipment and capacity expansions across six manufacturing facilities in southeast Michigan. The project is part of a commitment to invest $6.2 billion in U.S. …
According to Ford Motor Company, state-of-the-art sensing, computing and communications systems are not only quickly changing consumer expectations in people’s everyday lives, but are driving innovation in the automotive industry at an incredible pace in preparation for the future. “Ford …
Saab Automobile Parts North America (SPNA), which is the sole, exclusive supplier Saab Genuine Parts and Accessories to the U.S. and Canada, and General Motors, have entered into a Warranty Services Agreement. This enables SPNA to provide warranty administration and …
Recently, Canadian auto dealer attended Quorum Dealer Management Systems’ inaugural management customer conference, held in Toronto. On November 27-28, dealers from across Canada and also parts of the U.S. descended upon the Crowne Plaza hotel in Etobicoke, near Pearson Airport …
Three of Canada’s top automotive CEOs will take part in a manufacturer’s panel at the CADA Summit event being held at the Hilton Toronto on February 13, 2013. These automotive leaders are part of more than 20 all-star speakers and …
Despite lenders south of the border easing credit restrictions and offering more non-prime and subprime financing, the actual delinquency rate on vehicle contracts continues to fall. According to TransUnion, one of the largest three monitors of auto lending in the …
DealerRater recently announced Canadian availability of its comprehensive online reputation and social monitoring platform, 360Certified. The premium platform is now available to new dealership customers as well as an upgrade for existing Certified Dealers throughout Canada. As the name might …
On Friday, December 7, the Trillium Automobile Dealers’ Association hosted its annual Christmas Lunch. With over 600 registered guests including dealers, suppliers and industry professionals it was a great way to celebrate the past year and look forward to 2013. …
On February 5th, 6th and 7th, First Class Educators (FCE) will host its third annual Digital Marketing Strategies Conference. The event, which has been well received by dealers has not only become noted for its educational workshops hosted by top …
BMW AG said in statement today that it is exchanging ideas with aircraft manufacturer Boeing on carbon fibre technology. Boeing is recognized as one of the major pioneers in the field of carbon fibre technology and its newest aircraft, the …
Based on the figures released this month, Canadian new car and light truck sales, look set to hit near record numbers by the end of the year. Ford Motor Company posted the strongest sales for the month, revealing 19,431 deliveries, …
