CADEX is cancelled
As you likely know by now, I decided to cancel the CADEX event. As a final point of closure, I thought I would use this column to share some of the feedback I’ve received since making that decision. For those …
Category: Opinion
Which side is right?
CADA takes a stand against the import of RHD vehicles The issue of right-hand-drive (RHD) vehicles on Canada’s roads is one that has gained some attention in recent months. RHD refers to vehicles in which the driver sits on the …
Sharing information in a time of change
A national conference with a direct dealer focus Since CADA’s National Conference in Vancouver a few years ago, we at Canadian auto dealer get asked on a regular basis whether we know the timing of the next event. Our answer …
A chance to hear from a true expert
Maryann Keller will offer her deep insights into the used car market when she appears at CADEX in September Maryann Keller, one of North America’s most respected experts on the automotive industry, will be joining us at our CADEX event …
This is a very slippery slope
And a dangerous precedent for dealers I just heard that Ford, Best Buy Canada and Future Shop are teaming up to help consumers link their Bluetooth phones and other devices with Ford’s SYNC system. Wow! I’m a little shocked by …
It’s Greek to me
But what’s happening in Europe has implications for us all In Europe’s recent struggles with excessive government debt and bond markets run amok, there is a lesson for everyone. If painful decisions are punted too far down the road, the …
Cautious optimism
A healthy perspective to maintain Over the course of the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto and the NADA convention in Orlando, in February, we had the opportunity to talk with key players from every facet of the auto industry, …
Recall frenzy is bad for the whole industry
But the system is working as it should It’s been over a decade since the subject of automotive recalls has received as much public, political and media attention as it has recently. Back then it was Ford on the hot …
The danger of anecdotal experience
Resist simple explanations that fit too easily We’re taking a video crew to the Canadian Automotive Institute at Georgian College to record the launch of Dennis DesRosiers’ new book, Best of Observations. This book is a collection of Dennis’ favourite …
If you only make one resolution…
Here’s one to take to heart. It’s a new year, a time to make resolutions (maybe break resolutions) and generally approach our endeavours with fresh perspective and hopefully, renewed energy. So where should you start? Here’s my suggestion: from this …
