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AutoTrader Carology Bitesize: Q1 2026 Canadian Automotive Market Update

We sat down with Baris Akyurek, Vice President of Insights & Intelligence at AutoTrader, to break down how the Canadian automotive market performed in 2025, and how it’s shaping up so far this year. Tune into our latest AutoTrader Carology Bitesize for a deep dive into inventory trends, pricing shifts, key economic drivers, and a

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AutoTrader Launches “Canada’s Car Marketplace” Campaign, Putting Life Moments at the Centre of Car Buying

Today, AutoTrader unveiled a new national advertising campaign that signals an evolution in how the brand shows up for Canadian car buyers – and what that means for dealers across the country. At the heart of the campaign is a simple but powerful message: “Canada’s Car Marketplace”. The new creative highlights what cars enable in

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AutoTrader Unveils Its Most Significant Transformation to Date

AutoTrader Unveils Its Most Significant Transformation to Date

Canada’s leading automotive marketplace to launch a next-generation AI-powered platform and comprehensive suite of dealer tools, marking a bold new chapter in buying and selling cars TORONTO, ON - March 5, 2026 — AutoTrader, Canada’s largest and most trusted automotive marketplace, is set to launch the next evolution of its platform. The next-generation marketplace is

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2026 AutoTrader Awards Reveal the Best Vehicles to Buy in Canada

TORONTO, ON - February 12, 2026 — AutoTrader today announced the winners of the 2026 AutoTrader Awards, spotlighting the best vehicles to buy in Canada as chosen by the country’s leading automotive experts. The awards cut through the choice overload and highlight vehicles that set the standard for excellence across every major segment, helping Canadians

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2025 AutoTrader Best Priced Dealer Award Winners Announced

Canadian Automotive Retailers Recognized for their Commitment to Fair & Transparent Pricing TORONTO, ON – May 16, 2025 — AutoTrader.ca, Canada's most trusted and largest automotive marketplace, has revealed the winners of its annual AutoTrader Best Priced Dealer Awards. Now in its sixth year, AutoTrader Best Priced Dealer Awards celebrates automotive dealerships across the country

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2025 AutoTrader Awards: Winners Revealed for Canada’s Most Trusted Automotive Awards

Experts vote for the best vehicles in 28 segments, recognizing best buys for Canadian drivers. TORONTO, ON – January 17, 2025 — The winners of the 2025 AutoTrader Awards have been announced today, revealing the best vehicles in the country as voted by some of Canada’s foremost automotive experts. AutoTrader Awards are the most trusted

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Consumer Research Report: AutoTrader Study Reveals Car Shoppers are Pumping the Brakes on EVs

As consumer interest in electric vehicles (EVs) continues to evolve, it’s crucial to remain informed about the latest trends. Our recent EV research study focuses on understanding EV purchase intentions, the drivers and barriers behind consumer decisions and more.  Download a copy of our latest EV Consumer Research Report below.   Download Report

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Clarivoy Study Reveals AutoTrader.ca Influences Majority of Vehicle Sales in Canada

TORONTO, ON – February 7, 2024 – AutoTrader.ca, Canada’s largest and most trusted automotive marketplace, is pleased to announce the results of a comprehensive study that underscores the unique value it brings to automotive dealerships in driving vehicle sales. The study, conducted in collaboration with Clarivoy, a leader in identity-based targeting and measurement for automotive

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2024 AutoTrader Awards: Category Winners Revealed for Canada’s Most Trusted Automotive Awards

The AutoTrader Awards celebrate automotive excellence and recognize the best vehicles for Canadians. TORONTO, ON – January 18, 2024 — Winners for the 2024 AutoTrader Awards have been announced today, revealing the best vehicles in Canada according to some of the country’s best automotive experts. “AutoTrader is Canada’s leading and most trusted automotive marketplace, and

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Canadians Are Seeking Aspirational Vehicles, Yet Buying Practically

AutoTrader’s Top Vehicles of 2023 Indicates Car Shoppers are Balancing Optimism with Utility TORONTO, ON – December 11, 2023 – Data released today from AutoTrader, Canada’s largest and most trusted automotive marketplace, provides a revealing look at vehicle shopper preferences in 2023. In a year marked by economic turbulence and higher-than-ever vehicle prices, marketplace search

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