Auto Service World
MARCH 12, 2025
As new vehicle inventory continues to grow and sales slow, manufacturers and dealers are expected to offer higher incentives to keep cars and trucks moving off lots in 2025. New vehicle inventory reached 3.23 At the same time, the average days to move a vehicle jumped from 51 days to 71 days, the group reported.
Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
The Canadian used vehicle market is facing a significant supply shortage of younger off-lease vehicles, expecting to negatively impact the used sales market. Off-lease vehicles are a key source of product for the used car market. This trend is expected to persist through 2027, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants.
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Auto Service World
JANUARY 16, 2025
Canadian consumers are moving toward affordability and practicality when shopping for vehicles, according to year-end data from AutoTrader. Economic challenges appear to be influencing decisions, with mainstream models taking precedence over luxury vehicles in both searches and sales throughout 2024.
Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 15, 2024
Canada’s automotive aftermarket is seeing a slight decline in 2024 with one group warning of long-term challenges ahead, especially as fewer new vehicles require gasoline as their sole source of power. This sustained spending suggests that Canadians continue to prioritize the upkeep of their vehicles despite economic headwinds.
Auto Service World
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Image credit: Depositphotos.com The design of vehicles, including their size, shape, and technological features, profoundly affects the safety of pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users, according to Jessica Cicchino, senior vice president of research at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The prevalence of SUVs on U.S.
Auto Service World
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
A new survey found that over half of drivers are intrigued by the prospect of using their vehicles as “digital wallets,” signalling a growing interest in connected vehicle services. The survey highlights the increasing role of connected vehicles in the U.S.
Auto Service World
DECEMBER 3, 2024
The Toyota Highlander has been named Canada’s most stolen vehicle of 2023, replacing the Honda CR-V, which held the top spot for two consecutive years, according to Équité Association’s annual ranking. One of the most common trends we’re seeing on the Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles list includes newer vehicles with keyless ignitions.
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