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Due to the limited number of publicly traded dealerships in Canada, substantially all publicly available information is related to U.S.

High employee turnover is a persistent challenge for Canadian auto dealerships.

To incorporate as an independent contractor or not? It's hard to make a case where the benefits outweigh the potentially costly risks.

How can your dealership successfully navigate mergers and acquisitions? A strategic approach can help you overcome obstacles and achieve a successful outcome.

There were 22 publicly disclosed U.S. and Canadian dealership transactions at the end of Q2 2024, with an aggregate deal value of $1.7 billion.

There were 50 publicly disclosed U.S. and Canadian dealership transactions at the end of Q1, 2024, with an aggregate deal value of $3.73 billion.

If you’re thinking of selling your dealership, you want to ensure you’ve taken the steps to help the process go as smoothly as possible, both for you and the buyer.

There were 36 publicly disclosed US and Canadian dealership transactions at the end of 2023, with an aggregate deal value of $1.72 billion.

Unique opportunities exist for employees hoping to purchase the dealerships they work at. Knowing how to assess your readiness, and the risks and rewards that will come with a deal, can help you make the informed choice and secure your success in the future.  

There was decreased publicly disclosed acquisition spending on U.S.-based automotive dealerships in Q1 2023 compared to Q1 2022. However, domestic M&A activity began to pick up again in late Q2 2023, driven by Lithia’s 14-store purchase in Virginia.