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The Association speaks on behalf of the retail new automotive industry to the public, media, and government. As part of its work with media, the NCDA writes and contributes to regular columns published through partnerships with Postmedia, Black Press, Glacier Press Groups, including Canadian Auto Dealer. Columns cover a wide variety of topics, relevant to the motoring public of British Columbia such as latest technology, vehicle purchasing and maintenance tips, EV ownership and range anxiety, warranties and replacement insurance, ICBC safety campaigns, Auto Show Previews, keeping your vehicle safe, preparing for road trips, and much more.
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NCDA Welcomes Thoughtful Interim Steps on EV Policy, But Highlight Need for Alignment and Improved Affordability
The NCDA welcomes new provincial EV measures recognizing affordability pressures but says long-term progress requires federal–provincial alignment and a practical framework.
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BC New Car Dealers Warn: More Taxes Will Deliver Diminishing Returns
With British Columbia’s Economic Update revealing a substantial debt and deficit, the NCDA is warning that adding new or higher taxes in this environment would be deeply counterproductive.
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On International EV Day, Policy Imbalance Threatens BC’s EV Adoption Success
As International EV Day approaches (September 9th), the New Car Dealers Association of BC (NCDA) is warning that British Columbia’s hard-won leadership in electric vehicle (EV) adoption is slipping away, as sales tumble following the pause of the province’s flagship CleanBC Go Electric Vehicle Rebate Program.
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BC’s Skills Plan Is a Welcome Step – Now Let’s Ensure Automotive Technicians Are Front and Centre
The provincial government’s recent commitment to significantly expand trades-training funding is welcome news at a pivotal moment for British Columbia’s economy.
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First in Canada: BC Hydro Approves Nickel-Hydrogen Battery System
Signature Mazda becomes the first dealership in Canada to receive BC Hydro approval for a commercial-scale nickel-hydrogen battery energy storage system, delivered by Radiance Energy.
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Tariffs on New Vehicles Hurt Canadian Consumers and Threaten a Key Economic Engine
Canada’s trading relationship with the United States has, until recently, been defined by partnership and mutual benefit. But that relationship is now under significant strain. Recent announcements from the U.S. government to impose sweeping tariffs on imported new vehicles and parts have sent shockwaves through the automotive industry and the…
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Are you considering buying an EV as your next vehicle purchase?
Once touted as a key part of fighting climate change, the provincial and federal governments are now eyeing whether to roll back electric vehicle mandates to deal with flatlining demand and what seem like unachievable short-term targets.
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Post-election Hill Day a success
Published on CADA Newsline - June 2, 2025 CADA is wasting no time ensuring the new government and the Official Opposition are up to speed on the key issues that matter to dealers. Fresh on the heels of a federal election that returned the governing Liberal Party to power…
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Electric vehicle sales drop, B.C. to pause rebates
On Tuesday, April 29, the B.C. government announced a pause on the CleanBC Go Electric rebate program, which gave consumers with incomes under $100,000 between $1,000 and $4,000 towards the purchase of an EV, and between $500 and $2,000 for the purchase of a plug-in hybrid.
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