NADA 2021: Carina Ockedahl, Managing Editor of Canadian auto dealer, interviews Rick Johnston, Vice President of Product Management for Vehicle Sales at Quorum, about his experience in adapting to a virtual model for the NADA Show, the advantage the company has on the online/ digital retailing and desking front, dealer comments, and what his hopes are for digital retailing moving forward.
Inflation, other economic factors weigh heavy on car buying attitudes
Inflation and other economic factors have an impact on the attitudes and actions of Canadian consumers looking to buy a vehicle, according to Canadian Black Book’s latest Ipsos poll. The report, which was released on May 23 and aims to …
Number of dealership rooftops in the U.S. remains stable despite new competition: Urban Science report
The economic research institution, Urban Science, today revealed the results of its annual 2022 year-end Automotive Franchise Activity Report (FAR), which shows “continued stability for the U.S. automotive retail network, despite the challenges the industry faced regarding ongoing inventory shortages …
Turo and Hyundai Canada team up to tempt the EV-curious
Canadians who are wondering what it might be like to own an electric vehicle will now have the opportunity to experience the EV lifestyle without making a big commitment. In a partnership called EValuate, Hyundai Canada and peer-to-peer car-sharing marketplace, …
Bridgestone launches sustainable future plans at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas
Sustainable mobility is the theme that Bridgestone will showcase at the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show that will happen in Las Vegas from January 5-8, 2023. According to a new release, Bridgestone’s presence at CES 2023 is centred around three key …
Genesis Kelowna expands with new facility in B.C.
Genesis Kelowna, part of the Kot Auto Group, opened its first standalone luxury boutique this month to showcase the brand’s contemporary design. Announced around mid September, the British Columbia-based distributorship is located just off Highway 97 on Cary Road. The …
Ten new level-2 EV charging stations installed at Mississauga Central Library
In collaboration with the City of Mississauga, Alectra announced its installation of ten level-2 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in the underground parking lot of the Mississauga Central Library. “We are proud to partner with the City of Mississauga to …