Tomorrow’s connected cars will be more than just technologically advanced — they will also create better connected dealer and customer relationships, says Richard Wallace, Transportation Systems Analysis, Center for Automotive Research (CAR), and the moderator for the Connected Car session …
GM Canada announced that David W. Paterson, who led corporate affairs between 2003-2009, has rejoined the company as vice-president, corporate and environmental affairs and will work as part of GM’s global public policy and communications arms. “I am very pleased …
Dealertrack Canada has introduced an advanced inventory management tool called Inventory+, that provides a 360-degree market insight with enhanced mobile capabilities and innovations to accelerate workflow. “Inventory+ is going to be a game-changer for Canadian dealers,” said Michael McCarthy, general …
The Dilawri Group of Companies acquired its third Audi dealership in Canada, Audi Queensway, making this the 50th franchised dealership for the country’s largest automotive group. “We are proud to welcome Audi Queensway to our company,” said Kap Dilawri, who …
CarProof Corporation announced recently that Paul Antony, founder and CEO, is stepping down as CEO and will continue to serve as Chairman of the Board. “As a patron of CarProof in this journey, I realize that the skill sets required …
The leader of North America’s largest automotive retail group, Mike Jackson, Chairman and CEO of AutoNation, will be a keynote speaker at the 3rd annual CADA Summit held Feb. 11, 2015 in Toronto at the Hyatt Regency. Jackson is widely …
Steve Chipman, CADA Laureate and one of Canada’s most respected and influential dealers, is the newly-elected Chairman of the Canadian Automobile Dealers Association (CADA). Canadian auto dealer sat down with Chipman for an exclusive interview at the Western Canadian Dealer …
At the third annual TalkAUTO Canada conference, jointly hosted by J.D. Power and Canadian Black Book, the overall theme that seemed to resonate was making that real connection — how modern auto retailers can develop true, personal relationships with their …
Nissan Group recently announced that as of Nov. 13, 2014, it had reached the milestone of 100,000 Canadian units sold in a calendar year. This historic sales record represents a 27 per cent year-over-year increase and has been achieved in …
Stephen K. Carlisle has been named President and Managing Director of General Motors of Canada Ltd (GMCL) succeeding Kevin W. Williams, who has led GM Canada since 2010. Williams will assist in the transition through the end of the year. …
As part of its continuing focus on developing talent and improving its customer experience, Manheim has promoted Christina St-Germain to general manager at Manheim Montreal, a wholesale auto auction located at 715, rue Dubois in St Eustache, Que. “A key …
The Ontario Ram Truck dealers have announced a new partnership with Amber Marshall, star of CBC television’s beloved drama, Heartland. In this arrangement, Amber will be featured in regional dealer promotional materials for Ram Truck in print, on the radio, …
