CDK launched its new software certifications and courseware through CDK University this month, meant to equip dealership employees with the skills and credentials needed to excel in today’s consumer car buying and service journey, the company recently announced. The certification …
An eye on new light vehicle segment sales during the third quarter of the year reveals that smaller SUVs have pulled ahead as luxury options retreated, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. In describing September’s sales results as tepid, DAC said …
Nokian Tyres, inventor of the winter tire in 1934 to withstand Nordic wintry driving conditions in its native Finland, is celebrating the 90th anniversary of the winter tire this year by hosting a trivia contest. The questions are related to …
UVeye, the creator of an Artificial Intelligence-driven automated vehicle inspection platform, has launched a new platform designed to help boost dealership operations. The company describes it as an AI-powered sales intelligence and engagement platform called BDC Booster. It uses UVeye’s …
A celebrity hockey tournament raised more than $500,000 for the Uxbridge Hospital Foundation, thanks largely to generous car dealerships and auto retail suppliers. The idea was started by Jim Williamson, Dealer Principal/Partner of Williamson Chrysler in Uxbridge and General Manager/Partner …
Auto group Dilawri recently announced the launch of its latest collaborations with the Vancouver Public Library (VPL) Foundation: Dilawri Book Drive for Kids (Oct. 3 to Dec. 9, 2024) and Storybook Social (Oct. 20). “These two new initiatives reflect our …
Hyundai and Waymo have entered into a multi-year, strategic partnership that will see the companies integrate Waymo’s fully autonomous technology (the Waymo Driver) into Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 electric vehicle during the first phase of the team-up. “Waymo’s transformational technology is …
Gubagoo has launched the latest enhancement to its Gubagoo ChatSmart, which was built in-house using OpenAI tools. Known as Guba IQ, this next-generation AI-powered conversational commerce is meant for auto retailers and is fully trained based on the automotive experience …
New vehicle inventory on or in transit to dealership lots in the United States topped 3 million units in September 2024 — a first since the earliest stages of the pandemic, according to ZeroSum’s monthly State of the Dealer report. …
Insurance claims for auto theft dipped slightly (19%) during the first half of the year, although they have risen 138% over the past decade as the value of auto theft claims jumped a significant 442% over the same period. That …
The federal government has confirmed that its 100 per cent surtax on Chinese-made electric vehicles — those imported into Canada — now applies to EVs and certain hybrid passenger automobiles, trucks, buses, and delivery vans. They also announced the final …
HGreg acquired a majority interest in Québec dealer group Le Prix du Gros to become a major partner as it aims to redefine the customer experience. The alliance allows the company to combine the strength of both businesses — Le …
