Canadian auto dealer’s newest columnist Bruce Duguay attended his first CADA Summit. The sold-out event featured record dealer and overall attendance, and arrived at a time when dealers were really eager to gather and chat, as we hear from …
The Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) conducted a real-world winter electric vehicle performance study with vehicles representing more than two-thirds of Canadian EV sales. As part of the CAA EV Winter Test, vehicles were driven from Ottawa, Ontario, to Mont Tremblant, …
A recent report from Upstream Security found that 60 per cent of cybersecurity incidents in 2024, within automotive and smart mobility sectors, impacted thousands to millions of mobility assets — including vehicles, electric vehicle charging stations, smart mobility apps, and …
Some optimism remains on the part of dealers when it comes to the used vehicle market, although concerns linger and broader economic challenges loom. But for 2024, DesRosiers Automotive Consultants’ latest update found that the used vehicle market was pulled …
The beloved Canadian country-blues band Blue Rodeo rocked the house at VIP night on the eve of the opening of the Canadian International AutoShow on February 13. It was a high-energy wind-up to an action-packed whirlwind night of cocktail parties, …
It was a night to celebrate all that is amazing about Canada’s automotive industry during VIP night at the Canadian International AutoShow and at a host of pre- and post-VIP cocktail parties and soirees. Our team attended several events and …
U.S. President Donald Trump didn’t attend the 2025 CADA Summit held Wednesday 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 dealer …
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 …
Glenn Mercer, a well-known researcher who has authored countless reports and studies for NADA, took the stage at the CADA Summit on Wednesday and gave dealers some sound advice: Go back to basics. Mercer developed what he described as the …
Universus Media has launched a new division to help businesses boost their storytelling and brand experiences through public relations and experiential marketing. The company is adding these elements to its suite of services, which already include branding, video production, digital marketing, …
At a time when some OEMs are scaling back their EV launch plans, Toyota Canada said this week it was going to roll out its battery electric vehicle, the Toyota bZ4X, across Canada this year. Until now, the vehicle was …
Dealers trying to make sense of an unpredictable economic and political environment are gathered in Toronto today for the sold-out CADA Summit, which features a mix of high-profile keynote speakers, panel discussions, and sessions exploring the current and near-term outlook …
