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2024 FEDERAL BUDGET: WHAT IT MEANS FOR THE AUTO CARE SECTOR
Article written by the Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) and originally published on the AIA Canada website, April 17, 2024. On April 16, 2024, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance tabled the federal budget. The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) was invited to receive an advance… Read More
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AIA CANADA ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS AT THE 2024 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) is pleased to announce the election of three new directors to the 2024–2025 AIA Canada Board of Directors, as well as further changes to its Board during the 82nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on April 10, 2024. The event was held virtually to ensure all member… Read More
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TOYOTA UNVEILS ITS NEW 4RUNNER
By Éric Descarries Is this really news? Because Toyota’s latest 4Runner SUV looks more like the truck of a few years ago than the truck of the future! Indeed, Japanese manufacturer Toyota has just unveiled the 2025 version of what could best be described as its legendary adventure SUV. Except that the vehicle doesn’t have… Read More
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JOHN SCOTTI AUTOMOTIVE: 50 YEARS OF SELLING PRESTIGE
John Scotti Automotive, the country’s uncontested leader in luxury automobiles, celebrates its 50th anniversary in business. After five decades of growth, innovation and success, founder John Scotti has carved out a unique place for himself as an entrepreneur and builder of the automotive industry. As owner of Lamborghini Montréal, the largest and one of the… Read More
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UNI-SELECT STRENGTHENS ITS PRESENCE IN BRITISH COLUMBIA WITH THE ACQUISITION OF GILBERT SUPPLY COMPANY
Uni-Select Inc. a leader in the automotive aftermarket, is proud to announce the acquisition of Gilbert Supply Company Ltd. thereby consolidating its expansion in British Columbia. Founded in 1982, Gilbert Supply is a family-owned business renowned for its first-rate customer service and deep community roots, operating five locations with a dedicated team of 70 employees.… Read More
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CONTINENTAL UNVEILS SIX NEW TIRES
By Éric Descarries German tire manufacturer Continental recently held its annual GOLD meeting for top North American salespeople in Los Cabos, Mexico. The company unveiled six new products, half of which will be marketed under the Continental brand and the other half under the General Tire name. These include the TrueContact Tour 54, due to… Read More
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IMPROVED PROTECTION FOR CAR BUYERS AND LESSEES
Since April 5, Quebecers who purchase a car have benefited from improved protection. When selling or leasing a used car, the dealer is obliged to provide the consumer with a warranty of good working order, free of charge. This warranty now applies to older used cars. This warranty covers the parts and labour required to… Read More
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MERCEDES-BENZ TORONTO QUEENSWAY OBTAINS AMG FRANCHISE
By Éric Descarries Located at the intersection of two major Canadian highways, Mercedes-Benz Toronto Queensway has barely opened its doors before announcing that it has been awarded the official franchise for the German brand’s AMG performance products. What’s more, it’s the first dealership of its kind in North America, and the tenth worldwide after Tokyo,… Read More
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FALKEN NAMED NUMBER ONE FOR VANS AND SUVS
By Éric Descarries Falken tires, a subsidiary of Japanese giant Sumitomo Rubber Industries, has just been named the number-one brand for original equipment pickup and SUV tires in terms of buyer satisfaction. The recognition comes as a result of J. D. Power’s 2024 study of first-time buyer satisfaction. Falken’s North American executives say it’s the… Read More
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BUICK REVISES ITS ENCLAVE VUM
By Éric Descarries Just when you thought the American automobile was losing popularity, the legendary American brand Buick returns to the news with a range of CUVs, each more interesting than the last. Starting with the smallest Encore, followed by the all-new Envista, then the midsize Envision (made in China) and ending with the most… Read More