SEE MORE COVERAGE OF CADA SUMMIT 2016 Ralph Gilles said he can’t stand the “commoditization of the auto industry.” The Head of Design for FCA Global told dealers during his keynote presentation at the 2016 CADA Summit that he sees …
SEE MORE COVERAGE OF CADA SUMMIT 2016 The automotive finance industry is keeping a close eye on some key economic and consumer trends, says Michael McGhee, Senior Vice-President & Business Head of TD Auto Finance, in his remarks at the …
Porsche Cars Canada has brought on new directors for several roles, including marketing, network development and after sales. Margareta Mahlstedt-Karayiannis will become the new Marketing Director for Porsche Canada, effective Feb. 22, 2016. Prior to her new role, Mahlstedt-Karayiannis served …
Kelley Blue Book has once again come out with its top 16 Best Family Cars of 2016 to help you find the perfect vehicle for your family-oriented customers. Over two weeks, KBB editors tested 24 contenders from the 2016 model …
SEE MORE COVERAGE OF CADA SUMMIT 2016 Oil prices, international trade and millennials were hot topics during the Economic Panel at this year’s CADA Summit, held Feb. 10 at the Omni King Edward Hotel. Panelists including Mike Moffatt, Assistant Professor, …
Canadian Mazda dealers will soon have a new collision parts program that will enable them to offer customers competitive pricing on eligible OE parts. Mazda has partnered with its parts provider OEConnection LLC (OEC) on a parts marketing program powered …
Impact Auto Auctions Ltd. held the first auction at its new Edmonton area facility on Feb.8, 2016. While construction of the new facility is scheduled to be completed later this fall, the company is directing Edmonton area assignments and Early …
SEE MORE COVERAGE OF CADA SUMMIT 2016 Harry Mertin, CADA’s 75th Chairman, kicked off the fourth annual CADA Summit with a spirited address reminding delegates why the event was created — to help them better prepare for the dealership network …
For Ralph V. Gilles, “connectivity” is all about trying to make cars and consumers life partners. The Global Head of Design for FCA says cars these days are full of data that can anticipate consumer needs, and turn a potential …
Since taking on his new role, Ted Lancaster, Vice-President and COO of Kia Canada, has said that collaboration with its dealer partners is key to the company’s growth in Canada. “We can’t just spot deliver a vehicle, and have it …
There’s a bright future in store for the connected car, according to a new study from Juniper Research. Consumer adoption of in-vehicle infotainment systems is expected to grow ten-fold, generating revenues of than $600-million by 2020. Along with the rapid …
Whether it’s following along through credit approvals, detailing, licensing or the date of a vehicle release, car buyers want to be kept informed every step of the way, from sale to delivery. The LiasnTracker, an automotive delivery scheduler from Toronto-based …
