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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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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.
How Tech Is Changing Car Buying in BC and Why It Matters to You
Buying a vehicle today looks nothing like it did a decade ago and it’s about to change even more. Across British Columbia, auto dealers are investing in new technologies to make the process faster, easier, and more transparent. But a new national study by the Canadian Auto Dealers Association shows…
Safety Starts with What We Can Control
Halloween means more trick-or-treaters on BC streets, making it vital for drivers to slow down, stay alert, and avoid distractions. With darker commutes, rain, and early snow, fall driving conditions are challenging. ICBC’s Fall Distracted Driving Campaign reminds motorists that inattention causes thousands of preventable injuries annually. Hands on the…
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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.
Federal EV Charging Investment Welcome – But Affordability And Policy Reality Must Be Addressed By Senior Governments
The New Car Dealers Association of BC (NCDA) welcomes today’s federal announcement of $22.7 million to support eight new EV charging projects across British Columbia, adding more than 480 public and fleet chargers to improve access for electric vehicle drivers. While this is a positive step, NCDA cautions that charging infrastructure…
BC’s Move to Update the HOV Decal Program Is Smart, Efficient – and Common-Sense
The Government of British Columbia has announced a common-sense change to how zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) access high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes - eliminating the requirement for a specialized decal and instead adopting clear signage to guide drivers.
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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…
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.
