CADEX 2019 tackled topics like changing consumer preferences, in-store digital media, electric vehicle readiness, government regulations, federal elections, and more. The automotive industry has reached an unprecedented period of innovation, said Brian Fulton, President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Canada, during …
With the growing popularity of the ACE Conference & Expo, Cox Automotive Canada used the venue to reveal a host of new products and updates. “ACE has grown to be a very respected event,” said Maria Soklis, President of Cox …
Rick Hansen wants all businesses — including car dealerships — to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. But it’s not just about building code compliance, it’s about real business opportunities. An iconic Canadian legend who has fought his whole life …
The U.S. has officially lifted the steel and aluminum tariffs it imposed on Canada nearly a year ago during NAFTA renegotiations, according to a statement from Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The move resulted in Canada lifting its counter tariffs …
The Canadian Black Book Used Vehicle Retention Index has been holding strong in April — up nearly 2 points from a year earlier to reach 105.2, representing a 1.7 per cent increase year-over-year. “Prices have not been this strong in …
Customer experience management provider Dealer-FX will now include product data from Hunter Engineering in its ONE Platform service solution for automotive retailers, according to a company news release. Dealer-FX announced the integration with Hunter Engineering’s inspection and alignment systems on …
Auto retailers are looking for lenders to help build a dealer-lender relationship that is focused on ease of doing business, said J.D. Power in a news release. The company just released its 2019 Canada Dealer Financing Satisfaction Study, which reveals …
Nissan has revealed new technology that expands on its ProPILOT system to offer navigated highway driving, while also enabling hands-free single-lane driving. The automaker considers this a world-first in driver assistance technology, and plans to debut the system in Japan …
The introduction of new zero-emission vehicle models will help boost the adoption of these cars in Canada and South Korea, and could potentially attract more vehicle manufacturers looking to expand their global footprint. The high adoption of EVs in China …
As the automotive retail industry works to tackle the issue of hiring and retaining employees, some dealers may need to consider what each generation is looking for in their work environment. A new study from Future Workplace, commissioned by Plantronics …
Canadian auto dealer interviewed John White, CADA President and CEO about why the association commissioned its report on the future of auto retail, and he discusses some of its principal findings. “Dealers need to prepare for change,” said White.
John White, CADA President and CEO sits down with Canadian auto dealer for an exclusive video interview about the association’s new report on the future of automobile retail in Canada. Watch the video.
