The 2026 CADA Summit closed with a candid assessment of Ottawa’s political climate, as three veteran observers unpacked how shifting federal dynamics and renewed instability in the United States could shape the business environment facing Canadian auto dealers. Moderated by …
Three of auto retail’s most respected dealer principals shared personal lessons and practical insights at the CADA Summit, offering a grounded view of what leadership looks like in today’s environment of volatility and change. Interviewed by Canadian auto dealer publisher …
The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association presented its 2025 Dealer Satisfaction Index (DSI) Survey Awards during the CADA Summit in Toronto on Wednesday afternoon, recognizing the manufacturers that earned top ratings from their dealer networks. Now in its 36th year, the …
Canada’s new Automotive Strategy moved from framework to funding this week, with Natural Resources Canada announcing more than $97 million for 155 clean transportation projects nationwide. This week’s announcement follows the federal government’s Feb. 5 launch of its broader Auto …
Canada’s automotive industry is undergoing a structural reset as prolonged trade uncertainty and U.S. tariffs force manufacturers and suppliers to rethink costs, supply chains and technology investments, according to a new report from KPMG Canada. Based on a national survey …
As British Columbia prepares to table its 2026 budget, the New Car Dealers Association of BC (NCDA) is calling for clearer policy signals on affordability, electric-vehicle targets and charging infrastructure. In a statement released Feb. 10, the Langley-based association said …
Canada’s decision to allow thousands of Chinese-made electric vehicles into the country at reduced tariffs is raising fresh cybersecurity and national security concerns, according to Global News and CTV News. According to Global News, Canada’s agreement with China would permit …
Canada’s used wholesale market weakened in the week ending Feb. 7, according to the latest Market Insights report just released this week, according to Canadian Black Book. Overall wholesale prices fell 0.71 per cent, steeper than the 0.32 per cent …
Cox Automotive has appointed Jeremy Robb as chief economist, formalizing a role he has held on an interim basis since November, the company said. Robb takes over the position following the promotion of former chief economist Jonathan Smoke to chief …
The 2026 NADA Show wrapped up February 6 in Las Vegas, delivering another busy and productive week for dealers, suppliers and partners from across North America — including a strong Canadian contingent. This year’s shift to a midweek schedule was …
The Canadian auto dealer team logged plenty of kilometres at this year’s NADA Show in Las Vegas, speaking with dealers, suppliers and technology companies on the show floor and at events across the city. Here are condensed takeaways from those …
In what he called a “great day,” Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a robust, multi-faceted plan to protect the Canadian automotive manufacturing industry, spur sales of electric vehicles (EVs) and maintain a platform of clean energy. Canadian auto dealer was …
