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Strongest February Ever Shatters Sales Records

By Blair Qualey After navigating a rocky road through the pandemic and post-pandemic, February 2024 stands tall as a perfect encapsulation of the state of the automotive industry in Canada — and things are looking good. The results are in, and light vehicle sales of more than 129,000 shattered records,…
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Empowering Communities — New Car Dealerships Driving Change

By Blair Qualey Franchised new car dealerships across British Columbia have a staggering impact on the province’s economic landscape. As I’ve previously discussed in this column space, even when facing myriad challenges and supply chain issues, a 2023 study suggests BC's New Car Dealers generated a remarkable $17 billion in…
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Valentine’s Day for Car Lovers

By Blair Qualey Valentine’s Day has become a significant cultural and commercial celebration of romance and love, across the world. And while it traditionally serves as an opportunity to share and exchange gifts with loved ones, it also has an application for auto lovers. As we grow older, our love…
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Preventing Winter Vehicle Damage

By: Blair Qualey For many drivers, their automobile is a source of pride and joy. However, winter weather conditions can damage your precious vehicle — both cosmetically and structurally. In the northern parts of the province and in the interior, this can mean salt, dirt, and snow on the roads.…
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