Over the coming weeks, the NCDA will join Chamber Business Leaders Luncheons in Victoria, Prince George, Abbotsford, and Kamloops. These events provide a timely platform to profile ICBC, discuss challenges facing new car dealers, and call for policies that protect families and support business growth amid BC’s rising costs and…
The first hint of fall has arrived, and with it comes a clear signal: frost and snow are on their way. Across much of British Columbia, drivers are about to face some of the most challenging road conditions of the year. Winter weather is Mother Nature’s ultimate road test, and…
This week, British Columbia’s Economic Update revealed a substantial level of debt and deficit, and the pressure is on government to find new revenue. But here’s the reality: families and businesses in BC are already at a breaking point. Consumers can’t afford higher costs, and the new car sector can’t…
British Columbia has spent more than a decade building Canada’s strongest record on electric-vehicle (EV) adoption, thanks to consistent policy, industry partnership, and, crucially, consumer incentives – but that leadership is now at risk.
September 9th will mark International EV Day — traditionally a time to celebrate progress. But this year, British Columbia stands at a crossroads. After 15 years of leadership in electric vehicle (EV) adoption, the province’s flagship CleanBC Go Electric Vehicle Rebate Program — widely regarded as one of the most…
September is not just about returning to classrooms and routines; it is also the month when the risk for child pedestrians and cyclists is at its highest in British Columbia. According to ICBC, 50 children on average are injured in traffic incidents during school days in September alone.
Keeping British Columbians safe on the road is a priority for both automakers and drivers, and technology continues to play an important role in achieving that goal.
August in BC offers great travel opportunities with pets, but heat can be dangerous. Even mild days pose risks, as parked car temperatures rise rapidly. At 21°C outside, interiors can reach 32°C in ten minutes; at 29°C, they can exceed 43°C. Animals overheat faster than humans and struggle to cool…
Keeping British Columbians safe behind the wheel has always been a top priority for us at the NCDA, and today’s vehicles are doing more than ever to support that goal. While features like backup cameras, blind spot monitors, and stability control have become fairly standard, automakers continue to innovate, and…
Across British Columbia, businesses from all industries and sectors continue to face challenges finding and keeping skilled workers. For those of us in the new car business, this affects everything from sales and service to parts and administration