The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association is urging Ottawa to reset the federal Zero-Emission Vehicle mandate, arguing that current sales targets are no longer realistic for consumers or the market. The association made the comments in a press release and to …
New research from the Canadian International AutoShow suggests most drivers are not ready to give up gas-powered vehicles, even as the federal government weighs adjustments to its electric-vehicle mandate ahead of winter. A poll of 1,202 AutoShow Insider panellists found …
Next year the Montreal International Auto Show will bring more than 30 brands to the Palais des congrès in January, marking the return of Audi and BMW after multi-year absences and introducing three new themed zones aimed at families, outdoor …
Canadian auto dealer senior editor Todd Phillips interviews Darren Slind, Co-Founder, President Clarify Group about the consultancy firm’s research findings that prove the relevance of auto shows in North America. Slind’s firm conducts auto show studies with attendees for …
With colder weather settling in, new research points to steady demand for traditional 12-volt car batteries. Dealers know well it’s a core aftermarket product that remains a fixture in winter maintenance, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. DAC surveyed more than …
Canadian auto dealer senior editor Todd Phillips interviews Michael Robinet, VP, Forecast Strategy, S&P Global Mobility about his session at the upcoming CADA Summit being held February 11, 2026 in Toronto. Robinet gives a sneak preview of his presentation about …
As the CanadaOne–Eagers Automotive agreement continues to draw industry attention, Templeton Marsh is sharing details on its support for the deal and what the transaction indicates for consolidation activity, particularly in Québec. The firm assisted portions of the process that …
Car dealers aren’t the only mobility firms supporting Quebec charities. The ride-hailing service Lyft, is now increasingly active in the province on several fronts. Lyft is extending its presence in Quebec with the launch of its Round Up & Donate …
The Corporation des concessionnaires d’automobiles de Montréal (CCAM) is holding the second edition of the CCAM Summit, scheduled for Jan. 14, 2026. After a successful debut last year, the event is set to offer another full day of programming focused …
New-vehicle affordability in the United States weakened for the third consecutive month in October, according to the latest Cox Automotive/Moody’s Analytics Vehicle Affordability Index. The data underscores growing financial pressure on American buyers as incentives shrink and borrowing costs remain …
British Columbia’s new-car dealers are welcoming the province’s latest adjustments to its zero-emission vehicle rules, calling them a practical response to immediate market pressures. But the New Car Dealers Association of BC (NCDA) said the measures still fall short of …
An online product developed by AutoTrader for automakers is giving them a tool to market their new cars with personalized, branded content, providing dealers with broader opportunities to retail inventory and helping consumers in their shopping experience. Storefront, launched in …
