As Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced the Canadian government had reached a free trade agreement with the European Union late last week, many of Canada’s OEMs and manufacturers were already reacting positively to the move.  The government has said that, ... [Read More]

Some dealers, auctions and other businesses are still playing catch up when it comes to digital marketing, but the early adopters are now reaping the rewards of being ahead of the game. Doug MacIver Jr., is inventory and Internet manager ... [Read More]

Amin Tejani, vice president of dealership operations at Weins Canada and Auto Remarketing Canada’s 2013 Dealer of the Year, cites Weins Canada’s rich history and heritage as a significant factor behind the success of the organization.   Weins Canada, formerly ... [Read More]

Ackroo revealed this week that intrest in its DealerCard loyalty solution continues to grow. It has been selected by two major Canadian automotive dealer groups and a U.S.-based dealer group to power their dealer group loyalty programs. The addition of ... [Read More]

Canadian certifed pre-owned results began rolling in as the selling month came to an end this past weekend. Once again, the European automakers are showing impressive results, with Audi Canada seeing a 19-percent increase from November 2012. Elankum Vairavanathan, manager, ... [Read More]

The results of Scotiabank’s Global Auto Report that were released today show auto industry profit margins have spiked to 10-year highs, reaching above pre-recession levels, with the highest profitability showing up in North America. The report indicates that the five ... [Read More]

The ADESA Canada Used Vehicle Price Index powered by ALG Canada has been updated through October, and it shows wholesale prices have recently seen one of the biggest drops this year. With all segments experiencing negative price movement, the index ... [Read More]

Though slight, the report stated used market supply is forecasted to rise slightly. And new-vehicle sales in October were the highest on record, according to ALG, the fourth consecutive month of record sales. This, of course, is also good news ... [Read More]

Although prices are still up over 3 percent from 2012 levels, this past month auction prices experienced one of the only drops seen this year. Used-car prices in Canada fell slightly in October, going down 1.8 percent when compared to ... [Read More]

Manheim Canada announced this week it has chosen a new director of commercial accounts. Joining the company’s leadership team is Steve Coulman, effective this coming Monday. Commenting on the hire, Russ Stegall, executive director of Manheim customer management, said,  “We’re ... [Read More]