After announcing a successful second quarter, Carfinco reported strong growth in both its Canadian and United States operations in August. In fact, the company reported growth in Canada that represented the largest single month growth since October 2012. Last month, ... [Read More]

Dealers who advertise their vehicles on the popular auto classified site MonsterAuto.ca now have another way to make their store stand out. Mobials Inc. — a syndicated car dealer review program — announced a partnership with Monster Auto to integrate ... [Read More]

Toyota introduced the Prius to Canada 15 years ago — and this week, the automaker reported it has reached the milestone of 100,000 hybrids sold in Canada. Providing an interesting illustration, Toyota Canada said the fuel saved by Canadian drivers ... [Read More]

The Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association issued support of the Joint Forward Plan released by the Canada-United States Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC) last week. The plan, the next step in cooperation between the two countries set in motion by the 2011 ... [Read More]

Certified pre-owned sales were steady in August, and three automakers reported their best August for certified sales ever. First up, Porsche Canada reported a record month, posting the highest CPO sales for August ever. Porsche Approved certified pre-owned sales reached 96 ... [Read More]

Industry regulators are turning their focus to unlicensed dealers — and it may mean jail time for some prosecuted for the crime. The Ontario Motor Vehicle Industry Council announced this morning the Ontario Court of Justice has upheld the decision ... [Read More]

AutoCanada continued to ramp up its expansion efforts with the announcement that is has obtained approval from General Motors Canada to invest in Edmonton dealership Lakewood Chevrolet. The dealer group reported it will be purchasing a 75 percent non-voting equity ... [Read More]

Ackroo, purveyor of gift cards and other loyalty programs for companies in North America, announced a partnership with Dealer Rewards Inc. this week. Via their agreement, Ackroo and Dealer Rewards will share their products with their other automotive partners, including ... [Read More]

This summer has proved a popular season for the Ford F-150, as it notched the No. 1 spot for most appraised vehicle in Canada once again in July. The truck is also tops for year-to-date appraisal trends, as well. The Dodge ... [Read More]

The draw of live chatting services, like a 24/7 employee, is the idea that they can cater to your customers via your website when your business is not even open. That idea was a reality covered when Potratz Partners Advertising ... [Read More]