General Motors plans to invest $300 million in its Orion Township assembly plant in Michigan — a move that will bring 400 new jobs to the plant. The investment is geared towards the production of a new Chevrolet electric vehicle, …
The Canadian Black Book Used Vehicle Retention Index for February has revealed a decline — the first since June 2018. The index dipped 0.5 points from January’s record high and is now resting at 104.7. “Someone once said, ‘One month …
A custom-made cigar box guitar autographed by the iconic band the Barenaked Ladies helped raise more than $4,000 for charity at a live auction at DISTINCTION: Celebrating Excellence at the Vancouver International Auto Show. Canadian auto dealer’s editor Todd Phillips …
OpenRoad Auto Group has been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies — now for the seventh consecutive year. The B.C. dealership group was honoured with the Platinum Club award, which is the program’s highest level of corporate recognition. The …
Juyu Jeon has been named president and CEO of Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada. The newly appointed Jeon arrives from his previous role as Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Corporate Planning and Business Control, for the company. He will enter …
Porsche is taking its dealerships to the next stage with its new corporate architecture concept meant to turn its retail stores into a central gathering place for the brand’s community — including new customers, as well as current ones. Its …
After three years at the helm of the Canadian Automobile Dealers Association, President and CEO John White is stepping down, and is relocating with his family back to Montreal. CADA has hired an executive search firm to find his replacement. …
Honda Canada representatives and special guests including Toshiaki Mikoshiba, the Chairman and CEO of Honda North America, Inc, joined together in a celebration at the company’s head office on Monday, March 11th to honor their growth and achievements over the …
Founded in 2014 as a tool to help small businesses grow their online reputations through online reviews, Podium recently joined Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies for 2019, alongside such titans as the Walt Disney Company, …
In a move to help dealers attract more customers, CARFAX Canada is launching their Advantage Dealer Program to give dealers an opportunity to connect more transparently with consumers. According to a recent study, over 80% of used car shoppers believe …
Dealership software provider SERTI will be hosting their second user conference in Montreal from May 14-16. The company will provide two full days of training with senior support employees and solution specialists. This year’s event will focus on training designated …
Mercedes-Benz Canada has issued a call to women across the nation for its 2019 Emerging Leaders Award in an effort to recognize their achievements. The award was developed in partnership with the Women’s Executive Network (WXN) and represents women between …
