During October, two vehicle segments primarily meant for commercial use showed some of the heaviest gains in the Canadian new-car market. These segments included large pickups and large vans, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants.  So why such growth in these categories? The firm pointed to strong incentives as a big factor. [Read More]

CBC News recently shed some light on what appears to be a fairly large vehicle safety problem in Canada. By responding to this challenge, there exists a real prospect for the country’s dealers to foster trust amongst consumers, according to Carfax. A report from CBC, citing the Automobile Protection Association, indicates that roughly a third […] [Read More]

Subaru of America recently announced the return of its Share the Love Event.   The automaker, which recently set an all-time sales record, indicated it will continue its mission to give back to charities in need. This is the third year the automaker has hosted this event.   [Read More]

After this Used Car Manager e-newsletter, Auto Remarketing and SubPrime Auto Finance News will go dark Thursday and Friday to celebrate the holiday with our family. However, Auto Remarketing Canada will be published as usual on Friday. We will pick back up on Monday morning when our readers can expect a new edition of Auto Remarketing […] [Read More]

Although Nov. 30 is considered to be the month’s most ideal day for finding new-vehicle deals, TrueCar.com found that there will be strong discounts on Saturday and Sunday, as well. A year ago, the best day for buying a new vehicle in November was Black Friday, which of course is the day after Thanksgiving. [Read More]

A significant amount of vehicle owners still like to use an alternative GPS device even if factory-installed navigation systems already are in their units. The 2010 J.D. Power and Associates U.S. Navigation Usage and Satisfaction Study revealed 36 percent of owners of factory-installed navigation systems also own a portable navigation device. The study also determined […] [Read More]

WomenCertified announced its new president for the WomenCertified Auto division. Appointed to the post is James Lawyer, who has significant experience in the auto industry, including his role as CarSoup.com’s head of new business development and strategic partnering. As some may be aware, WomenCertified Auto is a consumer advocate for female consumers. It aims to […] [Read More]

Canadian automotive Web portal Auto123.com unveiled the list of finalists for each of the 14 categories comprising its annual awards program. A press conference will be held Thursday at the Intercontinental Toronto Yorkville Hotel Willard Room to announce winners of the 2011 Auto123.com Awards. The 44 finalists for the assorted honors include: 2011 Subcompact of the Year Ford Fiesta [Read More]

It might be a more festive Thanksgiving for franchise dealers if current sales trends continue. J.D. Power and Associates believes new-vehicle retail sales will remain strong in November and continue to provide the muscle behind the market’s strength for a third consecutive month Firm analysts projected that November new-vehicle retail sales are expected to come in […] [Read More]

Combining feedback from its own site as well as its Facebook page, Cars.com handed out its first Shoppers’ Choice Award on Thursday. The vehicle coming out on top among a total of 10 finalists consisting mostly of domestic models was the Ford Mustang. The Mustang topped two other units from Ford as well as vehicles […] [Read More]