Disrupt or die was the key message coming out of DealerTalkX Toronto on Sept. 20. Olympic gold medalist and TV host Jon Montgomery kicked off the event with his own story, explaining how taking calculated but unexpected risks moved his …
Automotive Properties Real Estate Investment Trust has officially scooped up another property. The REIT announced it has closed the acquisition of the Pfaff Audi property purchased for $17.2-million. The 69,000 sq.ft. dealership property is located at 9088 Jane Street in …
The Policaro Automotive Family has a new name, look and facility for its new dealership: Policaro Acura in Brampton, Ont. The grand opening of the facility to be celebrated on Sept. 29., will coincide with the launch of the …
After more than three decades as the face of Canadian Black Book, Kathy Ward is retiring from the organization, announced company President Brad Rome. Bill Ward, Kathy’s father, brought Black Book to Canada in 1961, and Kathy became involved with …
Porsche’s financial services department has a new leader. The new President & CEO of Porsche Financial Services Canada (PFSC) is Toronto native, David Williams. He takes on the top job after a two-year stint as Director of Sales & Operations …
Looking at the ripple effects of the Brexit crisis Though an ocean separates us from Europe and the serial crises that have engulfed the continent and the European Union (EU) in recent years, it is hard to avoid wondering for …
Fatal Tesla autopilot crash has forced a face off with reality. Autonomous cars — those that truly drive themselves — are coming. On that point there is little argument. But they aren’t here yet, in spite of much media hype …
Growing interest means more opportunities for dealers to capitalize on EVs. In June, I had the honour of attending the world’s largest electric vehicle (EV) conference, Electric Vehicle Symposium & Exhibition 29 (EVS29) in Montreal. This year’s conference showcased new …
Having a positive attitude can make a lasting impression on your customers Customers may not remember the colour of the shirt or tie you wore or the exact words you said, but they will remember your attitude. Projecting a positive …
Competition heats up between Ontario and Quebec on climate change I can’t remember what grade I was in at school when I read Hugh MacLennan’s 1945 novel Two Solitudes. Nonetheless, the book made an impression and provided a greater appreciation …
The year is on track for another annual sales record but some automakers are ahead of the pack. As has been the case for the past two years, new-vehicle sales in Canada are running at record levels, up six per …
Dealerships that have strong management, a long-term vision and a succession plan might have a higher worth. It continues to amaze me that many of the dealers I speak with still do not have a reliable succession plan. This holds …
