It’s a topic that’s rarely far from the headlines in auto retailing these days. But if you’re a dealer that’s thinking about the future, the best way to approach succession planning might seem a bit like navigating a minefield. Making …
I began my career in the automotive industry working as a Marketing & Internet Director for a Ford dealership in Alberta. I had no previous experience within the automotive space and so I was arguably able to bring a …
Holding a sprig of mistletoe, I thrust it above Lori’s head in the kitchen archway. She looks up, giggling with the same charm that hooked me decades ago. I kiss her and she wraps her arms around my neck. “Get …
Beginning with a Nissan store, Mark Falkenberg’s group has strategically and profitably expanded its footprint It’s a busy Tuesday at Willowdale Nissan. Customers are perusing the showroom, the service bays are full and Mark Falkenberg is sitting in his office, …
One of the things we often hear, is how dealers are struggling to find quality young people and bring them into the industry. Whether it’s in sales, service, parts, accounting, collision repair or any number of roles, our industry needs …
JLR Canada chief talks about the company’s new product onslaught and why quality isn’t just about the vehicle, it’s about the entire ownership experience Canadian Auto Dealer traveled to Jaguar Land Rover Canada’s headquarters in Mississauga, Ontario for a one-on-one …
In Calgary, Alta., the McManes Automotive Group has begun construction of the new South Trail Auto Mall, located in the southeast corner of the city. During a conversation with Canadian auto dealer, Jim and Mike McManes said that the first …
BMW Brampton officially broke ground last week on a new, state-of-the-art BMW dealership. Located on the east side of Highway 410 at Mayfield Road, the dealership is scheduled to open its doors in late 2015 and will service Brampton, Caledon, …
As dealers continue to look for ways to increase revenue, one area that’s seen huge growth in Canada is via paint protection products offered through the business office. And one particular product that’s seen incredible growth over the last few …
MyCarIsWorthLess.com has announced the launch of its Diminished Value Protection Plan, a prepaid membership based service that helps eligible members recoup their diminished value after an auto accident. Memberships will be sold through U.S. and Canadian auto dealerships alongside rust …
Rotary Lift’s new space-saving ATO7 7,000 lb. capacity two-post lift helps shop owners get more productivity out of tight spaces. The lift features an overall width of just 10 feet, 3 inches — 14.5 inches less than a traditional two-post …
Fifty years ago, Toyota granted a distributorship agreement to Canadian Motor Industries, Ltd. (CMI), which would later become Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI). Since those humble beginnings TCI has come a long way. Over the last five decades, Canadians have purchased …
