Family, friends and employees of Lyn Bannister, founder of the Bannister Automotive Group, one of the largest retail dealer groups in Western Canada, are mourning his sudden passing while also celebrating the legacy of his career and the values he …
The Government of Canada is investing in electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure and adoption efforts as part of its broader plan to reduce emissions and support the transition to zero-emission transportation, according to a recent news release. The funding will support …
Canada’s vehicle market showed widening gaps between segments in the first quarter of 2026, with strong gains in practical categories and steep declines in luxury and small car segments, according to new data from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. The small van …
Wholesale used-vehicle prices in the United States rose in March, reaching their highest level in nearly three years as demand remained strong and inventory tight, according to Cox Automotive. The Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index climbed to 215.3, up 6.2 …
Carfluent has launched a new AI-powered platform aimed at improving dealership visibility in generative search environments, as consumer behaviour shifts toward conversational tools such as ChatGPT and Google Gemini. The new product, called Autograph, is designed to help dealers surface …
PBS Systems has acquired Dealer Image Pro, a U.S.-based inventory merchandising software provider, the company announced April 2. Dealer Image Pro, headquartered in Sacramento, Calif., develops tools that help dealerships photograph, edit and publish vehicle listings more quickly, using a …
Canadian new-vehicle sales fell in March, with volumes estimated at fewer than 170,000 units, down 8.2 per cent from approximately 185,000 units in March 2025, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC). The decline comes despite one fewer selling day compared …
SWTCH Energy has introduced a new EV charging feature that allows drivers to start a session with a tap of their smartphone, even without a cellular connection. The Toronto-based company announced the launch of SWTCH Tap on April 7. The …
Canadian Black Book’s Used Vehicle Retention Index rose slightly in March, increasing 0.3 points to 132.5, up from 132.2 in February. Year-over-year, the index declined 5.3 per cent. The modest increase reflects typical seasonal patterns in the wholesale market, where …
Autel Energy and ChargeLab have announced a partnership to deliver integrated EV charging solutions in Canada, combining charging hardware with management software, according to a release issued April 7. The agreement brings together Autel’s EV chargers with ChargeLab’s software platform, …
British Columbia has introduced legislation aimed at adding flexibility to its zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate, a move the New Car Dealers Association of B.C. (NCDA) said better reflects current market conditions. Announced April 1, the legislation still maintains a long-term …
Zanchin Automotive Group has established a new scholarship in honour of retiring employee Carmen Scaglione, recognizing his long-standing contributions to the organization, according to a company release. The scholarship will support students pursuing post-secondary education and is intended to reflect …
