The used-vehicle price trend for the Canadian market in September? They are maintaining their increased price levels set earlier in the year, according to the autoTRADER.ca Price Index. September showed a 10.6% year-over-year increase, but compared to August showed a 1.6% month-over-month increase. ... [Read More]

Kelley Blue Book has been busy lately. There was its official launch in Canada in April, as well as the arrival of KBB’s MarketLens and Pricing Service Industry Solutions to the country in August, as well. As the company looks ... [Read More]

In February, TRADER Corp. revealed a new dealership website platform it advertised being built “by Canadians, for Canadians,” as part of its vision to be responsive to feedback from customers across the country. At the time of launch, David McMinn, ... [Read More]

It’s another value retention record. Canadian Black Book’s CBB Used Vehicle Retention Index market average for August set a new record for two- to six-year-old vehicles at 107.2. That is a gain of 3.7 points from last year at the ... [Read More]

Maria Soklis says automotive industry leaders believe in the importance of supporting their local communities. “Today, we had the opportunity to do just that — leading by example — to help build homes for Canadian families who need a little ... [Read More]

Loyal service customers are extremely profitable. Not only do these customers spend their time and money in the service bay, but 55% of used car buyers who service at a dealership will buy their next vehicle there. Although price and ... [Read More]

Part II of this feature answers this question: Where do you focus your marketing? Here are two approaches to consider, plus more details on marketing trends, creating a brand and managing online reputation.  Approach 1: Email marketing What is one ... [Read More]

The auto retail world is changing at a rapid pace. It’s hard to keep up. Connectivity and mobility trends. Subscription services. Digital retailing and more. The list goes on. That’s why Auto Remarketing Canada talked to a few experts across ... [Read More]

Jason Smith describes The Kids with Cancer Society’s role in the lives of thousands of Albertans every year as crucial. Smith is president of the Edmonton-based automotive group Go Auto, and since July 1 the company has donated $10 to ... [Read More]

When it comes to selling vehicles, trying to fully understand where and how online marketing translates into actual sales on the lot can be a frustrating exercise. Intuitively, most dealers get that they need to be doing some level of ... [Read More]