Posts by Canadian Auto Dealer

Canadian light-vehicle sales totalled an estimated 178,000 units in April, down 3.9 per cent from the roughly 186,000 units sold in the same month last year, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC). The April results come one year after the United States imposed tariffs on Canadian-built vehicles, prompting Canada to introduce counter-tariffs on selected U.S.-built…

The Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association (CVMA) has released a report marking its 100th anniversary, highlighting the history of Canada’s automotive industry and the contributions of its member companies Ford, General Motors and Stellantis. Released June 18, the report examines the industry’s evolution since the CVMA’s founding and documents the role vehicle manufacturing has played in…

The U.S. electric vehicle market showed further signs of stabilization in May, according to Cox Automotive’s latest EV Market Monitor. New EV sales reached an estimated 84,746 units during the month, up 10.3 per cent from April but down 21.9 per cent from May 2025. EVs accounted for 5.7 per cent of total new-vehicle sales,…

The global connected tire market is projected to reach US$298.3 billion by 2033, up from an estimated US$35.2 billion in 2026, according to a new report from Persistence Market Research. The research firm forecasts a compound annual growth rate of 35.7 per cent over the period, citing increased adoption of connected vehicles, electric vehicles and…

U.S. wholesale used-vehicle values continued to strengthen in early June, according to Cox Automotive’s latest Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index (MUVVI). The index rose to 213.9 in the first 15 days of June, reflecting a 0.6 per cent increase in wholesale prices, adjusted for mix, mileage and seasonality, compared with May. Values were up 2.6…

John Sutherland, President of the Pathfinder Group The Nova Scotia Automobile Dealers Association (NSADA) is celebrating its 60th anniversary and recognizing the Pathfinder Group, which has worked with the association for nearly as long, helping guide it through significant industry and public-policy challenges. NSADA President John MacNeil highlighted the firm’s role in a client testimonial,…

Girard Automobile Two Canadian dealer groups are celebrating 100 years in business, reaching the milestone through markedly different growth strategies. Montreal-based Girard Automobile has remained a single Stellantis dealership through four generations of family ownership, while Murray Auto Group has grown into a network of more than 30 dealerships across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British…

Canadian used-vehicle wholesale prices continued to decline last week, according to the latest Canadian Black Book (CBB) Market Insights report, as both car and truck segments recorded losses. The overall wholesale market fell 0.29 per cent for the week ending June 13, a steeper decline than the historical average decline of 0.12 per cent for…

Groupe Touchette is expanding its warehouse operations in Winnipeg as the tire distributor continues to invest in its national distribution network. The Montreal-based company announced plans to showcase its latest warehouse expansion during a media event at its 176,000-square-foot facility in CentrePort on June 18. Groupe Touchette said the investment underscores its long-term commitment to…

Hyundai Auto Canada used Canada’s FIFA World Cup debut on home soil to shine a spotlight on childhood cancer awareness through its Hyundai Hope on Wheels program. The automaker, an official mobility partner of FIFA World Cup 2026, said a specially branded Hyundai Santa Fe led Team Canada’s bus to its opening match, replacing the…

Canada’s used vehicle market posted a modest recovery in April, with sales increasing month-over-month even as overall demand remained below year-ago levels. According to CARFAX Canada’s June 2026 Used Vehicle Market Insights report, 254,881 used vehicle transactions were recorded in April, up 1.2 per cent from March but down 7.2 per cent compared with April…

The Quebec Auto Show is positioning itself as one of North America’s top-performing automotive events after a new attendee survey found high levels of customer satisfaction and purchase intent among visitors. The findings come from research conducted during the 2026 event by the Canadian consulting and market research firm Clarify Group. According to the study,…

Canadians are looking for technology that feels less intrusive and more intuitive, according to a new study from Mazda Canada. The automaker said its national survey found that 67 per cent of Canadians prefer technology that works quietly in the background, while six in 10 said better technology means less effort rather than more features.…

Retail sales in Canada’s automotive sector showed little movement during the first quarter of 2026, a result industry analysts described as encouraging given the broader economic backdrop. According to data analyzed by automotive marketing and analytics firm DAC, retail sales remained relatively stable despite Canada entering a technical recession, unresolved trade tensions and weakness across…

Yoichi Hori Subaru Canada has appointed Yoichi Hori as its new Chairman, President and CEO, replacing Tomohiro Kubota following his three-year and four-month tenure leading the Canadian business. The automaker announced the leadership change June 8, thanking Kubota for what it described as his dedication and transformative leadership during his time with the company. Hori…

DAS Technology said its artificial intelligence platform for automotive retailers has received multiple industry awards as dealerships adapt to changes in online search and consumer shopping behaviour. The Scottsdale, Ariz.-based company, which operates in Canada and 32 additional countries, announced that its Power AI Search solution was named Best in Category for Automotive Artificial Intelligence…

UVeye has expanded its vehicle intelligence platform with the launch of Scan to Sold, a new offering that allows dealerships to generate retail-ready vehicle listings directly from the service lane. The company announced on June 2 that the platform uses its existing drive-thru scanning technology to capture exterior, underbody and interior vehicle imagery in a…

The 38th annual Georgian College Auto Show opened last weekend with industry leaders, government representatives, dealers, manufacturers and community partners gathering to celebrate what has become Canada’s largest student-run outdoor automotive event. But while the opening ceremonies featured remarks from automotive executives, college leaders and elected officials, the spotlight ultimately belonged to the approximately 150…

The famous navy blue CADA Laureate crested jackets, old stories and an unmistakable reunion energy were everywhere as more than 30 CADA Laureate award recipients gathered in Ottawa and Gatineau to mark the program’s 20th anniversary. The event mixed nostalgia with industry substance, as CADA Laureates reconnected, attended business sessions and Question Period, and celebrated…

More than 30 CADA Laureates from across Canada heard a frank assessment of the political and economic challenges facing the auto retail sector during business sessions at the program’s 20th anniversary gathering in Gatineau, Que. CADA leaders, manufacturer association executives and political journalists said tariffs, trade uncertainty, EV policy, vehicle affordability and the luxury tax…

Dealers weighing whether to represent a Chinese OEM were urged to look beyond product, pricing and contracts during a business session in Gatineau, Que. featuring a gathering of CADA Laureate award winners. Niel Hiscox, CEO of Clarify Group, and publisher of Canadian auto dealer, said Chinese brands could create real opportunities for Canadian retailers, but…

The New Car Dealers Association of B.C. is calling on the federal government to ensure dealerships receive prompt reimbursement for electric vehicle rebate claims submitted through the Electric Vehicle Affordability Program. Under the program, dealers provide eligible consumers with federal EV incentives at the point of sale and then seek reimbursement from Transport Canada. While…

Pete Halasz, course instructor, and students David Simon and Mike Kennedy. Collision repair technicians in Canada now have an opportunity to learn how to safely approach and repair electric vehicles through a certified Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) training program. The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) has secured the contract to…

Ontario Hyundai dealers have raised more than $312,000 for Hyundai Hope on Wheels in Canada through the inaugural Whole Lotta Hope benefit concert, which was held May 28 at Toronto’s El Mocambo music venue. The event, supported by automotive retail software provider CDK Global, brought together Hyundai dealers, industry partners, artists and community members to…

Canadian light-vehicle sales declined for the eighth consecutive month in May, continuing a trend that has defined the market throughout 2026. According to estimates from DesRosiers Automotive Consultants (DAC), Canadian vehicle sales reached approximately 184,000 units in May, down 1.7 per cent from the roughly 187,000 units sold during the same month last year. The…

Dealers may be interested to note that registration for the 2026 Automotive Conference & Expo (ACE) opens June 8, with organizers preparing to welcome automotive retailers and industry professionals from across Canada to Niagara Falls this fall. The event will take place Oct. 15 and 16 at Fallsview Casino Resort and is expected to bring…

Hyundai Auto Canada has introduced a FIFA World Cup 2026 display theme for select vehicles, bringing tournament-themed graphics and animations to drivers ahead of next year’s global soccer event. The free software package is available for the Hyundai IONIQ 9 and Palisade through the company’s Bluelink Store and can be downloaded using the myHyundai app.…

The Canadian Automobile Dealers Association (CADA) has released the names of the 15 finalists vying to become the next recipients of its prestigious Laureate Awards. The association announced the finalists in its CADA Newsline newsletter on Monday, kicking off the final stage of a selection process that recognizes dealer excellence in Ambassadorship, Business Innovation and…

Lucas Malinowski Global Automakers of Canada (GAC) has named Lucas Malinowski as its new President and CEO, completing a leadership transition following the retirement of longtime industry executive David Adams. Malinowski succeeds Adams, who stepped down June 1 after 35 years in Canada’s automotive sector and more than two decades leading the association. During his…

From left: Jordan Kot V.P, Brandon Kot V.P, Jordan Reymer G.M and John Kot President. (CNW Group/Kot Auto Group) KOT Auto Group has acquired Duncan Hyundai, adding another Hyundai dealership to its growing portfolio and further expanding its presence on Vancouver Island. The acquisition strengthens the Kelowna-based dealer group’s position within Hyundai’s Canadian retail network…

For months, organizers of the CADA Summit 2024 were urging dealers to register for the event before it sold out. True to form, the jam-packed conference opened this morning at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Ontario as one of the first events to kick off a full week of events connected to the Canadian…

Safe-Guard Canada, a provider of protection products for the automotive, RV, powersports and marine sectors, has launched a redesigned website that speaks not only to the company’s shift towards digital transformation — but also the broader shift occurring in the automotive sector.  The company’s digital transformation mirrors the changes taking place across the automotive industry.…

Vehicles may be equipped with advanced sensor technology and machine learning algorithms that can predict weather disasters in real-time by the time 2030 rolls around.  That is according to the International Drivers Association, which said in a news release that new vehicles are expected to be equipped with this technology within the next six years,…

Three auto enthusiasts are marketing the first-ever Toronto industrial car condominium to store high-end exotic and vintage automobiles. Ming Zee, Christopher Grant, and Todd Yule have retrofitted a former Gilbey’s distillery building in Etobicoke, Ont., into a 183,000 square-foot storage warehouse in Etobicoke. They bought the building, which is zoned in an industrial area, in…

A new survey report from global cybersecurity and digital privacy company Kaspersky reveals that 72 per cent of drivers in the United States are uncomfortable with automotive manufacturers sharing their data with third parties — an issue that auto retailers may find is on the mind of more than some of their potential customers, as…

A virtual cockpit platform described as the first-of-its-kind by BlackBerry Limited was recently introduced as part of the Stellantis Virtual Engineering Workbench (VEW) by the OEM. It is of interest because the new platform allows for the delivery of infotainment tech to customers 100 times faster than previous processes. How BlackBerry is involved is also…

Hyundai received the highest ranking among mass market manufacturer websites from J.D. Power’s 2024 U.S. Manufacturer Website Evaluation Study thanks in part to its intuitive experience. The study measures customer satisfaction of OEM websites during the new-vehicle shopping process by reviewing four key measures: information/content, visual appeal, navigation, and speed. In its news release, Hyundai…