A new analysis by market intelligence firm IDTechEx was released in the wake of the United States’ implementation of a broad range of tariffs. It found that, of the 1.3 million electric vehicles sold in 2024, 66% were assembled in …
Canada remains a net importer with many trading partners — including the United States — where we sent 95% of our automotive products and procured 57% from them, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. Based on DAC’s latest update, Canada continued …
A new study released from AutoTrader.ca found that customer sentiment among potential vehicle buyers in Canada remains consistent, with one in two consumers considering now to be a good time to make a major purchase. The trend has held steady …
Unimax, a national distribution for the passenger car and light truck tire sector, has concluded a first agreement to acquire the RSSW division of Macpek, a large and independent heavy vehicle parts distributor in Quebec. The move is meant to …
More than 100 students from eight high schools in the Toronto District School Board experienced the 2025 Canadian International AutoShow in February as part of Accelerate Auto’s fourth annual program to create interest and awareness about the automotive industry and …
It was a rare sight to see the three Canadian leaders from Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis all sharing the same stage on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025, at the sold-out CADA Summit. The leaders of the Detroit “Big Three” automakers …
A new report from Équité Association highlights a continued national decrease in vehicle theft, with an 18.6 per cent year-over-year decline across Canada that they have attributed to the collective efforts and actions taken by key stakeholders throughout the year. “(Last year) …
U.S. President Donald Trump didn’t attend the 2025 CADA Summit held Feb. 12 in Toronto, but his presence and the impact of his policies resonated throughout the day nonetheless. The event typically sells out, but this year’s edition boasted record …
Findings from a new Succession Readiness Report from MNP reveal that many retiring business owners, including dealers, are delaying or underestimating the importance of succession planning. In a news release about the report, MNP said these owners are leaving important …
Canadian Black Book recently released an update with several scenarios that look at the impact of U.S. auto tariffs on Canada’s automotive industry. However, they were clear to note that the tariffs will create “value instability through a sizable hole …
CreditApp Technologies has launched a branded dealer financing portal for automotive and powersports dealers across Canada, so they can fully personalize their buyers’ finance experience while showcasing their own brand. The company, which is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, and is known …
DesRosiers Automotive Consultants described March as a month of change, with light vehicle sales estimated to have come in at 185,000 units — up 11.4% from a year earlier, and the best March total since 2018. Many things happened in …
