August sales maintain a hot pace
It wasn’t just the weather that was hot in August. New vehicle sales in Canada maintained the hot pace they’ve been on for most of this year, with 149,301 units sold. That total is up 6.4 per cent from August …
Category: Industry News
Chrysler could have a “Reagan Moment” with CAW
Given the lack of progress in talks between the Canadian Auto Workers’ union and the Detroit three automakers, Chrysler, Ford and General Motors, plus the possible threat of a triple strike, it appears there’s a real possibility of at least …
Study: happy customers boost profits
There’s an old saying that a satisfied customer is more likely to be a loyal customer. A new Maritz Research study has revealed tangible proof to back that saying, and proves that dealerships that make a committed investment in improving …
CEV for BC program reaches $1 million mark
British Columbia’s first Clean Energy Vehicle (CEV) for BC Point of Sale Incentive program has reached a significant milestone, having provided more than $1 million in incentives to motorists in the province who have switched to clean energy vehicles. The …
Keeping a watchful eye
It seemed like a good place to park: For the past two summers a pair of ospreys — also known as sea hawks or fish eagles — have occupied a nest at the entrance of Salmon Arm, B.C.’s Jacobson Ford …
Manitoba legislation safeguards against unfair car repairs
New Manitoba legislation is setting standards for all vehicle repair shops as it adopts best practices and demands complete disclosure of pricing and fair treatment. Manitobans will be better protected from hidden charges, incomplete information and fraudulent vehicle repair practices, …
Facebook and Google to present at dealer event
Facebook and google will both present at the fourth annual DrivingSales Executive Summit (DSES), a digital marketing event for innovative dealers being held October 21-23 at the Bellagio Las Vegas. The session, sponsored by digital marketing leader Dealer.com, will take …
40th birthday gala for auto show
Anyone who’s anyone in the auto industry will be fighting for a ticket to the 40th anniversary Charity Gala for the Canadian International Auto Show. Canada’s largest auto show will celebrate its 40th anniversary next year and is holding a …
OMVIC warns of scam targeting dealers
The ontario motor vehicle Industry Council (OMVIC) has issued a warning about a potential (and rather elaborate) fraud scam that targets automotive dealers in the province. This follows a recent incident concerning a retailer located within the Greater Toronto Area. …
Three chances to attend TADA’s Digital Dealer event
After their highly successful Social Media boot camp event in February, the Trillium Automobile Dealers Association (TADA) is organizing a series of Digital Dealer events across Ontario in September. Organizers say there are still spots available for all three Digital …
40th birthday gala for auto show
Anyone who’s anyone in the auto industry will be fighting for a ticket to the 40th anniversary Charity Gala for the Canadian International AutoShow. Canada’s largest auto show will celebrate its 40th anniversary next year and is holding a big …
NICB releases “most stolen” vehicle list
Vehicle theft is an unpleasant experience, both for individual motorists, as well as dealers and fleets. However, some vehicles are more prone to being stolen than others. Recently, the National Insurance Crime Bureau in the U.S., released findings on the …
