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As students attending post-secondary institutions begin a new school year, there is no question it will be unlike any they have experienced before, because of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, one aspect that will not change is the level of support being provided by the New Car Dealers Association of BC…

Safe Driving - Happy Labour Day Weekend It’s that time of year when summer is coming to an end, Labour Day is upon us and that can only mean the start of the school year. Though the school year is still uncertain, it will definitely look different this year. Even…

As we approach the final days of August and families prepare for their final road trip of the summer, it’s an opportune time to remind drivers that the rules of the road apply to every one of us. It goes without saying that all drivers should obey the law but…

During the hot summer days, we take steps to protect ourselves from the heat and the negative effects of exposure to the sun. In the same manner, the hot summer weather can take a toll on your car or truck, from the paint right down to the tires, unless you…

British Columbia continues to have a leadership role in electric vehicle (EV) sales. It is the result of a positive partnership between new car dealers and the province, one that has collectively encouraged and supported increasing adoption of EVs among consumers. As of late last year, there were 30,000 EV’s…

The weather in BC is finally heating up and for many drivers that means getting out and about to enjoy the glorious summer we have here in B.C. But before you get your car revved up for some summer fun, you should familiarize yourself with a few preventative measures to…

The latest national new vehicle sales report by DesRosiers Automotive Consultants provide both some encouraging news, but also underlines some of the challenges the automotive sector faces as it continues to navigate its way through the COVID-19 pandemic. The latest vehicle sales report reveals that June saw both a relative…

By definition, disruption is rarely invited, and is almost always forced upon us unexpectedly. Usually it’s in the form of some kind of evolution that forces substantial change or innovation – but no established industry is likely ever prepared for disruption of the kind that has occurred as a result…

Segments of the Market Showing Signs of Improvement I have said this many times before, but it remains important to reiterate. The COVID-19 pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on a wide range of things in the lives of so many. It has been a challenging time, and at moments…

As British Columbia adjust to the current Phase 3 of the province’s Restart Plan, we are beginning to see more and more of what the new normal looks like. In the midst of what is typically the peak vehicle sales season, we are starting the slow return to some level…

Though summer officially started on June 20, we’re only just starting to see some hot weather here in BC. However, this isn’t always just fun and games! In the dog days of summer, as temperatures rise, traffic increases and drivers need to fight the temptation to drive aggressively. So how…

The Canada Day weekend - that time of year when families from coast to coast celebrate everything that makes this country the best place on earth. And even though things may look a lot different this year, many families will still come together to celebrate in a way that is…