LGM Financial Services has launched a dealer consultation program designed to make the most of the dealers’ business performance while helping them enhance their customer experience. The company plans to have its “Distinction” managers work with Canadian automotive dealers to …
New research from the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) suggests that Canadians are worried and even confused about autonomous vehicles. According to the report, 55 per cent of Canadians believe self-driving cars offer several benefits, while 61 per cent of people …
Automotive industry veteran Randy Parker has been tapped as VP of National Sales at Hyundai Motor America, and will be responsible for all aspects of sales and distribution of its vehicles in the U.S. starting May 30. In his new …
The Ontario government has proposed a resolution to the long-pending issue of unlimited vicarious liability for auto lessors. The resolution was introduced in Bill 107: “Getting Ontario Moving Act” on May 2 by Jeff Yurek, Minister of Transportation. “The Getting …
With the growing popularity of the ACE Conference & Expo, Cox Automotive Canada used the venue to reveal a host of new products and updates. “ACE has grown to be a very respected event,” said Maria Soklis, President of Cox …
Rick Hansen wants all businesses — including car dealerships — to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. But it’s not just about building code compliance, it’s about real business opportunities. An iconic Canadian legend who has fought his whole life …
The U.S. has officially lifted the steel and aluminum tariffs it imposed on Canada nearly a year ago during NAFTA renegotiations, according to a statement from Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The move resulted in Canada lifting its counter tariffs …
The Canadian Black Book Used Vehicle Retention Index has been holding strong in April — up nearly 2 points from a year earlier to reach 105.2, representing a 1.7 per cent increase year-over-year. “Prices have not been this strong in …
Customer experience management provider Dealer-FX will now include product data from Hunter Engineering in its ONE Platform service solution for automotive retailers, according to a company news release. Dealer-FX announced the integration with Hunter Engineering’s inspection and alignment systems on …
Auto retailers are looking for lenders to help build a dealer-lender relationship that is focused on ease of doing business, said J.D. Power in a news release. The company just released its 2019 Canada Dealer Financing Satisfaction Study, which reveals …
Nissan has revealed new technology that expands on its ProPILOT system to offer navigated highway driving, while also enabling hands-free single-lane driving. The automaker considers this a world-first in driver assistance technology, and plans to debut the system in Japan …
The introduction of new zero-emission vehicle models will help boost the adoption of these cars in Canada and South Korea, and could potentially attract more vehicle manufacturers looking to expand their global footprint. The high adoption of EVs in China …
