Automotive News Canada Podcast
Automotive News Canada
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Episodes (322)
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.
July 12, 2024 | GM's Shane Peever on Denali, trucks, EVs, sedans and Calgary Stampede
GM Canada Vice-president of Sales, Service, and Marketing Shane Peever talks about the staying power of the Denali brand and why it’s more than just a sub-brand. He also discusses Canada’s truck market, electrification, hybrids and sedans.
ANC Podcast Replay | Designer Ralph Gilles on the Chrysler 300, Dodge muscle cars and more
On this Automotive News Canada Podcast Replay, Ralph Gilles, chief designer at Stellantis, looks back on the Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Charger as the trio of cars, built in Brampton, Ont., come to an end. He also talks a bit about what replaces them and what’s next for Brampton.
June 28, 2024 | CVMA’s Brian Kingston on ZEV sales, B.C.’s EV rebate, tariffs on China
Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association CEO Brian Kingston talks about the countdown to Canada’s zero-emissions sales mandate, a shortage of charging infrastructure, B.C.’s gutted EV rebates, and potential tariffs on China-made EVs.
June 21, 2024 | Paays’ Anne-Marie Kelly on protecting against fraudulent buyers
Paays’ Head of Fraud Anne-Marie Kelly has advice for dealers and their customers when it comes to protecting against identity theft, fake IDs and fraudulent purchases. She also talks about who pays and how prevalent the problem is.
June 14, 2024 | APMA’s Flavio Volpe on electrification, China and 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.
June 7, 2024 | GM’s Marissa West on hybrids, affordable EVs and company goals
General Motors North America President Marissa West talks about the important role of hybrids, affordable electric vehicles, and the automaker’s zero-emissions goals.
May 31, 2024 | Cadillac’s Mike Speranzini on Optiq, EVs, making customers feel special
Cadillac Canada Managing Director Mike Speranzini talks about what’s in store for the luxury brand in 2024, the importance of the Optiq EV, and which customers it’s targeting, and he discusses treating customers with special care.
May 24, 2024 | Trillium’s Brendan Sweeney on EV investment, labour and future plants
Brendan Sweeney, the managing director of the Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing, talks about what the recent run of investments automakers and suppliers have made in Ontario’s electric-vehicle and battery production means for Ontario, suppliers and the workforce. He also talks about what the future holds for investment and suppliers as some automakers appear to be pulling back on their rush to electrification.
May 17, 2024 | Volvo’s Matt Girgis on how Canadians feel about EVs, affordability, more
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.
May 10, 2024 | Two dealers on inventory, affordability, spring selling and what’s hot
Century Auto Group CEO Michael MacGillivray checks in from the East Coast while McManes Automotive Group CEO Jim McManes weighs in from the Prairies. They paint a cross-county picture of what it’s like to be in auto retailing as the spring selling season heats up. They talk inventory, EVs, hybrids, affordability and more.
May 3, 2024 | Stellantis Canada’s Jeff Hines on dealers, slow sales, muscle cars, more
Newly hired Stellantis Canada President Jeff Hines talks about dealer relations, slowing sales, the future of the automaker’s several brands, muscle cars and more.
April 26, 2024 | Toyota’s Scott MacKenzie on EV strategy, auto theft, Canadian output
Toyota Canada Director of Corporate and External Affairs talks about the automaker’s electrification strategy, the important role Canadian production plays, how to solve auto theft, and more.
April 19, 2024 | J.D. Power’s Robert Karwel on Q1 sales, incentives, inventory and more
J.D. Power’s Robert Karwel talks about what first-quarter sales, incentives, and inventory say about the state of auto retailing. He also talks about what’s in store for the rest of 2024.
April 12, 2024 | AutoForecast Solution’s Sam Fiorani on Ford Oakville, N.A. EV output
AutoForecast Solution Vice-president of Global Auto Forecasting Sam Fiorani talks about Ford’s decision to delay EV production at Oakville Assembly, assesses the likelihood of more Honda output in Alliston, Ont., and weighs in on whether ZEV mandates are doing their job.AutoForecast Solution’s Sam Fiorani on Ontario EV output
April 5, 2024 | Nissan’s Steve Milette on Kicks, EV incentives, Infiniti and more
Nissan Canada President Steve Milette spoke with Automotive News Canada Publisher Tim Dimopoulos at the New York Auto Show, where they discussed the redesigned Kicks, government EV rebates, the Infiniti luxury line, and the automaker’s dealer footprint in Canada.
March 29, 2024 | Polestar Canada’s Hugues Bissonnette on EVs, rebates, franchise models
Country Manager for Polestar Canada Hugues Bissonnette tells us why the brand chose Montreal for its headquarters, breaks down the multitude of EV markets in Canada, explains why it picked the franchised model over online sales and outlines what’s next for the brand.
March. 22, 2024 | AutoTrader’s Baris Akyurek on inventory, pricing and used cars
AutoTrader Vice-president of Insights and Intelligence Baris Akyurek leans on his wealth of data to break down rising inventory levels, current average listing prices, and what to expect from the used market moving forward.
March. 15, 2024 | David Adams on Quebec’s ‘weasel-worded’ budget and ‘geopolitical war’
David Adams, the CEO of the Global Automakers of Canada, which represents the interests of all overseas automakers in Canada, explains why he thinks Quebec’s decision to end electric-vehicle incentives is a bad idea, checks in on Alberta’s new EV registration fee, and talks about the “geopolitical war” Canada and the United States finds itself in with China and its EV industry.
March. 8, 2024 | CIAS got bigger and broke a record, GM Jason Campbell on how and why
The Canadian International AutoShow recently reported record attendance for its 2024 edition. CIAS General Manager Jason Campbell explains how that happened, what it means for the industry, and what’s in store for 2025.Jason Campbell on the record-breaking CIAS