The National Highway Traffic Administration said BMW of North America is recalling 29,800 units to correct an issue with an engine belt idler. BMW is bringing in certain model year 2009 through 2012 X5 xDrive 35d SAV diesel vehicles manufactured from Sept. 1, 2008, to Nov. 15. NHTSA indicated the engine belt idler pulley bolt […] [Read More]

As November wrapped up for the certified pre-owned market in Canada, many OEMs enjoyed record CPO sales, and one nameplate reaped the rewards of a new dealer incentive. To help generate enthusiasm for its CPO program, Mazda Canada conducted a dealer incentive that produced a 15-percent month-over-month improvement, shared Bryan Leaitch, manager of certified pre-owned […] [Read More]

Asbury Automotive Group has announced the expansion of its presence in the Atlanta market with the acquisition of two stores, a move the company says is a “first step” in executing its plan to broaden its dealership network.  Also, the company has updated its soon-to-expire stock repurchase program. Acquired by Asbury are a Volkswagen and […] [Read More]

The American International Automobile Dealers Alliance is inviting dealers to gather for its 43rd Annual Meeting and Luncheon. During the event, various speakers will discuss how “the economy is driven by the international nameplate auto industry and what dealers can do to maintain their edge,” officials shared.    The event is scheduled for Feb. 11 […] [Read More]

In an effort to promote the donation of used cars to charity, Carfax announced this week that it will help maintain the history of donated autos for the future of the vehicle.   Carfax said for vehicles donated to the National Kidney Foundation’s Kidney Cars program, it will add a record to the Carfax Vehicle […] [Read More]

Canadian new-vehicle sales last month marked the second-best November on record, and it seems dealers may be seeing more customers interested in highline units on their lots. According to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants, one of the fastest growing segments going forward will be the luxury category. [Read More]

The Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council revealed a potential scam that may be of particular interest to dealers who secure used inventory through private party sales or regularly visit third-party sites such as AutoTrader.com. The OMVIC was alerted by the Oklahoma Used Motor Vehicle and Parts Commission (UMVCP) of a potential online scam specifically targeting […] [Read More]

Late Monday, American Suzuki Motor Corp. offered an update on the amount of franchised dealerships in its network that have agreed to terms of the automaker’s dealer settlement as part of its previously announced bankruptcy, restructuring and realignment. As of the early return deadline of Nov. 30, ASMC said 213 of the 219 automotive dealers […] [Read More]

In a deal announced Tuesday morning, AutoNation will expand its presence in the Lone Star State to 50 franchises. The retailer said it has signed agreements to acquire Audi, Porsche and three Volkswagen stores in the Dallas market from Boardwalk Auto Group, and Spring Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram in the Houston market. Together, these stores […] [Read More]

It was another solid month for the used-car market. Sales didn’t quite reach the 3 million mark in November, but they still eclipsed year-ago levels by almost 15 percent and continued a blisteringly hot year. According to CNW Research, there were 2.98 million used vehicles sold last month, which marked a 14.6-percent year-over-year increase. [Read More]