Auto Blog

As people become increasingly concerned with climate change, we know that they look toward their everyday activities and evaluate what they can do to contribute towards a greener future. For some, this means a desire to make the switch to an electric vehicle and it is something that is growing…

The early days of the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in an unprecedented decline in driving as many of us did not do the daily commute to and from work – and instead, worked from home. Over the last several months, while an increasing number of individuals have returned to their workplaces,…

In the last several years, BC’s New Car Dealers have highlighted occasions when the province has made funding and policy decisions that influence the ongoing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in this province – and there have been several. British Columbia has assumed a leadership role, with more EV sales…

As of January 2021, ICBC’s road improvement program celebrated 30 years. The program means that ICBC is committed to spending money on roads and this attributes to fewer crashes, fewer injuries, and fewer wrecked cars. For the past 30 years, ICBC’s road improvement program has created incredible innovations in road…

As we come to the end of the second week of the new year, I wanted to take the time to reflect on the last year and how far the auto industry has come in terms of sales numbers after nosediving earlier in the year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.…

Late last year, the federal government released their climate action plan, A Healthy Environment and a Health Economy. The New Car Dealers Association of BC (NCDA) works closely with the provincial government towards creating a greener future, and we’re encouraged to see these steps being taken at the federal level.…

Resources for Members and Latest Health and Safety Requirements E-Library A variety of resources for members are available through the NCDA's e-library by signing into the Member Login here. Resources include: Manuals including a refreshed Occupational Health and Safety Program Toolkits: COVID-19 Safety Guidelines Toolkit, Canadian Anti-Spam compliance, Drug and Alcohol Policy…

As we entered into December, the federal government released their climate action plan, A Healthy Environment and a Health Economy. The NCDA works closely with the Province towards creating a greener future, and we’re encouraged to see these steps being taken at the federal level. The NCDA, and our close…

Though this year is very different than past years and with Public Health recommending British Columbians avoid non-essential travel, road conditions – no matter the distance – are sure to get worse. As we enter the winter season, it is important to be cognizant of changing driving conditions and driving…

In the last several years, British Columbia has assumed a leadership role with respect to the sale of electric vehicles, with more EV sales per capita than any other province. This is in large part due to a successful partnership between the Province of BC and the New Car Dealers…