Automotive News Canada Podcast
Automotive News Canada
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Episodes (316)
ANC Podcast replay | Infiniti’s Ken Hearn on the QX80, freshened lineup, customer loyalty
On this Automotive News Canada Podcast Replay from Sept. 20, 2024, new Managing Director of Infiniti Canada Ken Hearn talks about the QX80, the refreshening of the luxury brand’s lineup, customer loyalty and bringing Infiniti and Nissan stores under the same rooftop.
ANC Podcast replay | Linda Hasenfratz on her time as Linamar CEO, what’s next, the state of auto
On this Automotive News Canada Podcast Replay from Oct. 11, 2024, Linda Hasenfratz reflects on her time as Linamar CEO, talks about what’s next for her at the company and discusses the current state of automotive and the influence of her father Frank.
Dec. 20, 2024 | The week’s top stories and Ontario's Vic Fedeli on Freeland, Trump, EVs
Canada's auto industry reacts to Chrystia Freeland leaving cabinet. Quebec passes a law to ban the sale of ICE vehicles. Plus, Ontario Economic Development Minister Vic Fedeli says the province will see billions in auto investment in 2025. He also talks about Freeland’s decision and U.S. Preside-elect Donald Trump’s threat of 25-per-cent tariffs on all imports from Canada.
Dec. 13, 2024 | The week’s top stories and CIAS GM Jason Campbell on the 2025 show
Uncertainty lies ahead in North American automotive. Toyota’s Stephen Beatty calls it a career. And Tim Kuniskis returns to Ram. Plus, Canadian International AutoShow General Manager Jason Campbell tees up the 2025 edition.
Dec. 6, 2024 | The week’s top stories and Murray Haukaas, Jim McManes talk Tavares
Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares resigns. November sales surge. And some big names return to the Toronto Auto Show. Plus, Murray Haukaas, chair of the Stellantis National Dealer Council, and Jim McManes, of McManes Auto Group, talk about the resignation of Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares.
Nov. 29, 2024 | The week’s top stories and AutoTrader’s Baris Akyurek on used, EVs, more
Trump’s latest tariff threats. Quebec’s EV battery material industry gets a boost. Magna’s Swamy Kotagiri is honoured. Plus, AutoTrader Vice-president of Insights and Intelligence Baris Akyurek talks about the latest Path to Purchase study, the used market, EVs, and the U.S. election.
Nov. 22, 2024 | The week’s top stories and APMA’s Flavio Volpe on Arrow 2.0, Trump, more
Canadian Stellantis dealers are sounding off. Auto loan delinquencies are on the rise. And Legacy automakers powered federal iZEV claims to an all-time October high in. Plus, the APMA’s Flavio Volpe discusses Project Arrow 2.0, talks Trump and addresses the upcoming review of the USMCA.
Nov. 15, 2024 | The week’s top stories and a chat with Toyota Canada’s Stephen Beatty
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has harsh words for Mexico. Linamar’s new gigacasting plant faces headwinds. And, AutoCanada earnings slip. Plus, retiring Toyota Canada Vice-president and Corporate Secretary Stephen Beatty reflects on his career, talks electrification, discusses the U.S. election, and more.
Nov. 8, 2024 | The week’s top stories and a chat with Mazda Canada’s Amy Fleming
Scout lays out its retail plan for Canada. Umicore lengthens the pause on construction of an EV battery materials plant in Ontario, and October sales saw a surge. Plus, Mazda Canada Chief Operating Officer Amy Fleming talks product, EVs, China and more.
Nov. 1, 2024 | A fireside chat with Hyundai Canada CEO Don Romano
Hyundai Canada CEO Don Roman sat down for a fireside chat with Automotive News Canada Publisher Tim Dimopoulos during the 2024 Automotive News Canada Retail Forum. This is their conversation in its entirety.
Oct. 25, 2024 | Nissan's Trevor Longley on his ‘unique perspective,’ Kicks, EVs, sedans
Newly appointed Nissan Canada President Trevor Longley talks about how he landed his new role, discusses the new Kicks and Murano, addresses ZEV mandates, commits to sedans, and more.
ANC Podcast Replay | CADA’s Tim Reuss talks consolidation, wages, ZEVs, gender gap and more
On this Automotive News Canada Podcast Replay from Sept. 6, 2024, Canadian Automobile Dealers Association CEO Tim Reuss breaks down a pair of new reports from the organization. He discusses the recent CADA Data Report and the National Workforce Study. He talks about dealership consolidation, wages, zero-emission vehicle sales, the gender gap and more.
Oct. 11, 2024 | Linda Hasenfratz on her time as Linamar CEO, what’s next, the state of auto
Linda Hasenfratz reflects on her time as Linamar CEO, talks about what’s next for her at the company and discusses the current state of automotive and the influence of her father Frank.
Oct. 4, 2024 | LeddarTech CEO Frantz Saintellemy on company direction, AVs, AI and ADAS
LeddarTech CEO Frantz Saintellemy talks about the tech company’s new focus on automotive software, autonomous vehicles, artificial intelligence and more.
Sept. 27, 2024 | Flavio Volpe on why Canada needs to ban Chinese software, hardware
Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association President Flavio Volpe explains why Canada must follow the lead of the United States and ban automotive software and hardware used in connected vehicles from entering the country. He talks about national security, the importance of North American harmonization and opportunities for Canada.
Sept. 20, 2024 | Infiniti’s Ken Hearn on the QX80, freshened lineup, customer loyalty
New Managing Director of Infiniti Canada Ken Hearn talks about the QX80, the refreshening of the luxury brand’s lineup, customer loyalty and bringing Infiniti and Nissan stores under the same rooftop.
Sept. 13, 2024 | ANC’s David Kennedy on GM, Unifor CAMI talks, the future of the factory, more
Automotive News Canada Toronto Bureau Chief David Kennedy breaks down the contract talks between Unifor and General Motors. The two sides are trying to hammer out a deal at the automaker’s Chevrolet BrightDrop EV van plant in Ontario. He also talks about some recent changes at the plant, and its future.
Sept. 6, 2024 | CADA’s Tim Reuss talks consolidation, wages, ZEVs, gender gap and more
Canadian Automobile Dealers Association CEO Tim Reuss breaks down a pair of new reports from the organization. He discusses the recent CADA Data Report and the National Workforce Study. He talks about dealership consolidation, wages, zero-emission vehicle sales, the gender gap and more.
ANC Podcast Replay | APMA’s Flavio Volpe on EVs, China and tariffs, the U.S. election
Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association President Flavio Volpe talks about the APMA’s 2024 summit, Chinese electric vehicles, how the U.S. election could affect Canadian automotive, and more.
Aug. 23, 2024 | Hyundai’s Don Romano on EV education, TEV Talks and more
Hyundai Canada CEO Don Romano talks about the need for educating the public when it comes to electric vehicles, the automaker’s new Total Electric Vehicle Talks — or TEV Talks — and the sales success the brand is currently experiencing.
Aug. 16, 2024 | Nissan’s Steve Milette on his new job, his successor, dealers and more
Former Nissan Canada President — now the Vice-President of Dealer Network Development, Customer Resources and Training for Nissan U.S. and Canada — Steve Milette discusses his Canadian tenure, vouches for his successor and talks about dealer relations. He also has thoughts on how upcoming U.S. and Canadian elections might affect the EV revolution.
ANC Podcast Replay | Volvo’s Matt Girgis on how Canadians feel about EVs, affordability, more
On this Automotive News Canada Podcast Replay, Volvo Canada Managing Director Matt Girgis discusses what a survey conducted by the automaker reveals how Canadians feel about electric vehicles. He also talks affordability and what needs to be done to ease consumer concerns about EVs.
Aug. 2, 2024 | JD Power’s Robert Karwel on inventory, pricing, incentives and more
J.D. Power Canada Director of Customer Success for the Data and Analytics Division Robert Karwel updates us on where the industry stands when it comes to sales, pricing, incentives, inventory and electric-vehicle penetration. He also talks about what BYD might do to the Canadian retail segment.
July 26, 2024 | David Adams on changing EV incentives, infrastructure, tariffs on China
Global Automakers of Canada CEO David Adams talks about the changing landscape when it comes to zero-emissions vehicle purchase incentives as Quebec prepares to eliminate them while Manitoba adds them. He’ll also discuss the current state of EV charging infrastructure and give his thoughts on Canada’s plan to impose tariffs on EVs imported from China.
July 19, 2024 | Hyundai’s Steve Flamand on EV success, education and infrastructure
Hyundai Canada Executive Director of Sales and Digital Strategy Steve Flamand on the secret of the automaker’s EV sales success. He also discusses affordability, government incentives, charging infrastructure, and more.