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Let’s Salute Ontario’s Retail Automobile Industry
For decades, the retail automobile industry has been a major contributor to the Ontario economy, and it shows no signs of slowing down.
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Students are behind Canada’s largest outdoor auto show
This 2018 Georgian College Auto Show takes place June 1 to 3rd, at the Georgian College Barrie Campus, and this year’s theme is ‘Drive The Future’.
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The Retail Auto Industry is no longer a Boys’ Club
During my 25-year career, I have seen an enormous cultural shift in retail automotive.
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Good Driving Habits could Lower your Auto Insurance Premiums
Insurers insist that data tracking has led to fewer insurance claims, fewer accidents, and lower premiums for good drivers.
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Retail Automobile Industry is Brimming with Opportunities
A myth persists that we are only about changing tires and selling cars, but the auto industry is much more than that, writes TADA president Susan Gubasta
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Key Trends have Influenced the Retail Auto Industry
New ideas, processes, technologies, and expectations are transforming the automotive business, which makes things so exciting.
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Shining a Spotlight on Automobile Technicians
The industry faces a serious shortage of these highly skilled and valued professionals.
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Dealer’s Voice: Car Awards have their Place in the Car-buying Process
For Larry Lantz’s last Dealer’s Voice column as President of the TADA, he reflects on the year he’s had in the chair and what’s to come in the automotive industry.
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Longer Vehicle Life Expectancy a Testament to Research and Technology
Regular maintenance is a factor in vehicle shelf life. When motorists perform recommended maintenance (tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation, etc.), their vehicles perform more efficiently and economic
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Test Driving the Vehicles on your Short List is still the Best Option
Virtual reality technology may make you feel like you’re behind the wheel, but there’s nothing like the real thing.
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What makes a Dealership Great in 2018?
Choosing the right place to make your next purchase can be a daunting task.
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Need Collision Repairs? Read this first
When choosing a collision-repair facility, make sure the facility has the correct equipment and specifications to perform proper repairs on your vehicle.
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Auto Education and Careers take Centre Stage at the 2018 AutoShow
As the retail automobile industry continues to grow and evolve, career opportunities in this sector for men and women of all ages have never been greater.
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Rev your Engines for the 2018 Canadian International AutoShow
The CIAS is not only the largest automotive expo in Canada, it is also the country’s largest consumer show — a leader in lifestyle, technology and all things automotive.
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Could Hydrogen-Powered Vehicles become Viable?
Hydrogen is now being deployed in cars as an alternative transportation fuel in zero-emission vehicles, writes Larry Lantz.
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Dealerships have a Proud History of Giving Back
Over 1,100 new car dealers and their roughly 50,000 employees across Ontario give back to their communities throughout the year.
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Car-Buying Journey includes hundreds of Micro Moments
The average journey to buy a new or pre-owned vehicle involves an extensive range of options and experiences, Larry Lantz writes.
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The Rising Popularity of Luxury Automobiles
In 2016, the luxury automobile segment represented nearly 60 per cent of the increase in overall new vehicles sales.
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Comprehensive Vehicle Reports Provide Transparency
In today's marketplace, a vehicle's condition and history are revealed to prospective buyers before any transaction takes place
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To Lease or to Buy your Vehicle; That is the Question
The decision will depend upon a consumer’s lifestyle, driving habits and personal finances, TADA President Larry Lantz writes.