Recently, the Dilawri Group of companies announced that Dustin Davis had been appointed as the new general sales manager of Burrard Acura in Vancouver, B.C. Davis is a veteran in the automotive sales field, with more than a decade of …
Scotiabank recently announced that John Hiscock had been appointed to the role of vice-president, Finance & Indirect Lending. In his new position, Hiscock will be responsible for the overall strategic direction of Scotiabank’s automotive finance business, implementing strategies to grow …
“Looks like I need a new video strategy,” said one dealer during a break at the Motor Dealers’ Association of Alberta (MDA) convention held in Banff, Alta. “Video, video, video,” said another. Indeed, dealers were bombarded with information about why …
Ottawa-based loyalty/rewards technology and service provider Ackroo Inc., has been chosen by the Dilawri Group of Companies’ Saskatchewan dealerships to power their Dilawri Advantage Program. The new arrangement will see the Dilawri Advantage Program initially implemented in seven Regina area …
According to J.D. Power & Associates’ 2013 Canadian Auto Insurance Satisfaction Study, the adoption of technology is having a significant impact on the way customers interact with their auto insurance providers. In 2013, the percentage of customers using non-traditional channels, …
Nissan recently announced the appointment of Brian Thomas as director of marketing for Nissan Canada Inc. Thomas replaces Judy Wheeler, who has been named regional vice president of Nissan North America, Southeast Region. In his new role, Thomas will be …
FORD’S DIANNE CRAIG HEADLINES NSADA CONFERENCE IN HALIFAX Last year, the Nova Scotia Automobile Dealers Association (NSADA) tried a new style of conference, more intimate and interactive, with high profile speakers. This new approach was well received, as the event …
Recently, Toyotoshi Group Canada was recognized by the Great Place to Work Institute, as one of 2013’s Best Workplaces in the country. The dealer group, which includes Dixie Toyota, Ideal Honda, Meadowvale Toyota and Scion, as well as Boulevard Lexus, …
Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd and Manheim Canada have announced a new partnership. Starting in May, Ford will be running vehicles through Manheim Toronto’s weekly dealer auction. The vehicles in question will include off-lease models, daily rental repurchase cars …
In Nanaimo, B.C. a new Mercedes-Benz retail facility has opened, located on 2472 Kenworth Road. Encompassing 14,000 sq.ft. this new dealership, will operate under the name Mercedes-Benz Nanaimo and replaces the previous Three Point Motors building at the same location. …
Yesterday, Cadillac announced enhancements to its certified pre-owned vehicle programs in the U.S. These enhancements mean that the brand’s Certified Pre-Owned program will extend vehicle coverage to match new-vehicle bumper-to-bumper warranty for up to six years or 70,000 miles (113,000 …
Sometimes it can be difficult to gauge whether a new venue will prove suitable for an established event. In the case of the 93rd annual Vancouver International Auto Show, the venue in question helped result in one of the most …
