On Sunday July 14th, Lexus of Oakville, in Oakville, Ont. hosted an exclusive performance driving event for the new 2014 IS sports sedan. A test track was set up near the dealership, close to Wyecroft Road and the QEW, with …
In a prelude to its official opening, which is scheduled for later this summer, Porsche Centre Oakville and the Policaro Automotive Family hosted ‘911 50,’ a special 50th anniversary celebration of the Stuttgart automaker’s most enduring model, the 911. The …
Aided by generous support from the Ontario Honda Dealers Association, as well as Honda Canada Inc. and race fans, more than $57,000 was raised for Make-A-Wish Canada at this year’s Toronto Indy. This marks the fourth straight year of Make-A-Wish …
Leading auto dealer CRM, DealerSocket.com, has officially announced the launch of Smart Reply. This solution allows dealerships to send intelligent emails to customers with concise and accurate content tailored to their specific vehicle interests. “We’re really fired up about launching …
According to Edmunds.com, the latest developments in vehicle technology are becoming increasingly available (and more affordable) for mainstream drivers, and a lot sooner than they might have expected. “We’re just now seeing the first generation of some mind-blowing car technology …
Edmonton-based AutoCanada Inc. and one of its member dealerships, Courtesy Chrysler, in Calgary, Alta, have announced a contribution of $100,000 to Calgary Red Cross in support of relief efforts, following the recent (and devastating) floods in Calgary and other southern …
As a move toward streamlining the upload process and increasing buyer confidence, Dealer-Auction.ca has partnered with CarProof. Dealer-Auction.ca, which went live in Canada in June, is the Canadian counterpart of Dealer-Auction.com, currently the UK’s largest online auction for dealers. “The …
Tools are an essential part of any dealership’s operations and having the right toolbox is critical, both in terms of function within the shop and also aesthetic appeal. Rousseau Automotive provides a wide range of service and parts storage solutions …
SiriusXM Canada recently revealed that Halifax-based Steele Auto Group has joined its pre-owned vehicle program. The program helps participating dealerships market pre-owned inventory by offering a complimentary three-month SiriusXM subscription with any purchase of a pre-owned vehicle equipped with satellite …
Leading DMS provider SERTI, has announced the appointments of Wayne Doucette and Ray Maher to its sales team. Doucette and Maher will join John McLaurin in helping Ontario dealerships make informed decisions regarding their DMS options. Doucette’s career in the …
Dealer associations from across Alberta in collaboration with the Canadian Automobile Dealers Association (CADA) are raising funds to help dealership employees who have incurred losses due to the recent floods in Southern Alberta. “Many of our members’ employees have been …
Although actual growth was just 1.3 per cent, June’s total of 171,608 light vehicle sales represents a record for the month, according to data from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants. It has also helped reinforce predictions that in terms of total volume, …
