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How a lack of off-lease vehicle is hurting the used market

Auto Service World

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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Trust is up, but fear persists for self-driving vehicles

Auto Service World

Despite a slight increase in trust, the majority of drivers remain wary of self-driving vehicles. According to AAAs latest survey on autonomous vehicles, only 13 per cent of U.S. drivers would trust riding in a self-driving vehicle. However, that is up from 9 per cent last year.

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How much new vehicles sales increased last year

Auto Service World

After a disappointing end to 2022, Canadian new vehicle sales in 2023 saw a solid rebound. million in 2022. The … The post How much new vehicles sales increased last year appeared first on Auto Service World.

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Where interest is growing as EVs tail off

Auto Service World

While electric vehicles (EVs) continued to appeal to Canadian car shoppers in 2024, widespread adoption remains low, according to data from AutoTrader. The data revealed that search interest in EVs grew by nine per cent this year, yet still represents just eight per cent of total vehicle searches on the platform.

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Autel: Pushing the Boundaries of Aftermarket Diagnostics 

Brake & Front End

Whether discussing secure gateways or access to functions, software, and specifications on newly released vehicles, aftermarket diagnostic product developers such as Autel are always playing catch up to get that OE-only capability in the hands of our users. AutoAuth charges an annual fee of $50 per vehicle brand.

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The top stolen vehicles of the year

Auto Service World

Auto thefts reached new highs in 2022 with Ontario and Quebec hit hardest. A new report examines what vehicles thieves are setting their sights on. The 2020 Honda CR-V maintained its spot at the top of the list as the … The post The top stolen vehicles of the year appeared first on Auto Service World.

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The impacts of ‘dramatic changes’ to vehicle mix

Auto Service World

Significant shifts in the composition of light vehicles will have substantial impacts on the automotive aftermarket sector, recent research by Lang Marketing suggested.

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