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Automotive News Canada Podcast

Automotive News Canada
Tariffs
Automotive Industry
Electric Vehicles
Canadian Automotive Industry
Waabi
Trump Tariffs
Toyota Canada
Stellantis
Donald Trump
Canadian International Auto Show
North American Auto Industry
North American Automotive Industry
Tesla
Trump Administration
U.S. Tariffs On Auto Parts
Canadian Incentives For Zero Emission Vehicles Program
Canada
Volvo
Dealer Network
Volvo Autonomous Solutions

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Latest Episodes

Canada courts VW, Hyundai plants; no Ford Escape; Tesla sales sink. Plus, AutoTrader.ca Vice-president of Insights and Intelligence Baris Akyurek talks about affordability, Canadian buying behaviour, the used market, EVs, tariffs, and more.

2025 sales were up; a better way to defrost; 401 Group expands in Ontario. Plus, new Nissan Canada President Steve Rhind talks about his new role, his priorities, dealer relations, affordability, product mix, new Canadian buyers, and more.

In this replay of the June 6, 2025 episode, former Senior Vice-President of Automotive Finance at Scotiabank Canada John Hiscock talks affordability, dealership health, fraud, and retirement.

In this replay of the May 30, 2025 episode, Google Strategic Insights Lead Nisha Hariharan offers some insight into Gen Z car buyers. She tells us who they are, what they want and need, and most importantly, how they shop for new vehicles.

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Recent Guests

Tomohiro Kubota
CEO of Subaru Canada
Subaru Canada
Episode: April 25, 2025 | The week’s top stories and Subaru Canada CEO Tomohiro Kubota
Swamy Kotagiri
CEO of Magna International
Magna International
Episode: April 18, 2025 | The week’s top stories and Magna CEO Swamy Kotagiri talks tariffs
Michael Carmichael
CEO of UpAuto
UpAuto
Episode: April 11, 2025 | The week’s top stories and UpAuto, Birchwood CEOs on Q1 sales, tariffs
Steve Chipman
CEO of Birchwood Automotive Group
Birchwood Automotive Group
Episode: April 11, 2025 | The week’s top stories and UpAuto, Birchwood CEOs on Q1 sales, tariffs
Brian Kingston
CEO of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association
Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association
Episode: April 4, 2024 | The week’s top stories and Brian Kingston talks tariffs, EVs, election
Flavio Volpe
President of the Canadian Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association
Canadian Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association
Episode: March 27, 2024 | The week’s top stories and Flavio Volpe breaks down Trump’s tariffs
Dimitry Anastakis
Renowned professor at the Rotman School of Management specializing in the Canadian auto industry
Rotman School of Management
Episode: March 21, 2024 | The week’s top stories and Dimitry Anastakis on tariff 'madness'
Don Romano
Outgoing CEO of Hyundai Canada
Hyundai Canada
Episode: March 14, 2025 | The week’s top stories and outgoing Hyundai Canada CEO Don Romano
Jeff Hines
CEO of Stellantis Canada
Stellantis Canada
Episode: Feb. 28, 2025 | Stellantis Canada CEO Jeff Hines talks tariffs, EVs, Hemi engines, more

Host

Greg Lason
Host and digital and mobile editor, providing insights into automotive news and trends.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Terrible audio quality

    Concept is good, information is relevant, but the execution is awful.

    Audio quality is terrible (August 8 interview is a glaring example of this, please fix!), hosts are dull and monotone.

    I still listen for the content, but it's too often an unpleasant listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mazda_Brie97
    Canada5 months ago
  • Not there yet, but lots of potential

    The content is super valuable to a big target audience and covers information not shared on other podcasts. But it needs someone to actually make it a proper podcast, not just recorded content. It’s often unlistenable because the host’s voice is grating (probably just needs a better mic suited to his voice) and his style is not suited to podcasting (often reads content with awkward inflections rather than speaking conversationally). And a good sound editor would address the loud interviewer and ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Trish Listens
    Canadaa year ago
  • Quality Straight to Point Podcast

    Fantastic format, informative interviews, and quality production.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bobbythedaddy
    Canada3 years ago
  • 🚙 CenturyAuto.ca 🚙 ❤️ AN Canada!

    CenturyAuto.ca loves this pod!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael MacGillivray
    Canada3 years ago
  • 🚙 CenturyAuto.ca 🚙 ❤️ AN Canada!

    CenturyAuto.ca loves this pod!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael MacGillivray
    Canada4 years ago

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Positive remarks highlight the ability to cover valuable insights that are often not shared elsewhere.
Many listeners appreciate the informative nature of the content and its relevance to current industry trends.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

March 7, 2025 | VW Canada CEO Vito Paladino talks tariffs, EVs, customer service, more
Q: What's your vision for the Volkswagen Group in Canada?
Paladino expresses a desire for VW Group Canada to become a more significant player in Canada, aiming for full potential and a greater footprint in the North American landscape.
March 7, 2025 | VW Canada CEO Vito Paladino talks tariffs, EVs, customer service, more
Q: Did the luxury tax have an effect on Audi sales?
Paladino mentions that they did see an initial impact from the luxury tax, but this shifted as consumers adjusted to the tax.
March 7, 2025 | VW Canada CEO Vito Paladino talks tariffs, EVs, customer service, more
Q: What happened in the last quarter?
Paladino discusses retail strength despite inventory issues and fleet seasonality, stating that Audi was up 20% in January from the previous year.
March 7, 2025 | VW Canada CEO Vito Paladino talks tariffs, EVs, customer service, more
Q: Tell us a little bit about the success that was and what's in store for 2025.
Volkswagen Group had an amazing sales year in 2024, and their plans for 2025 include a significant product offensive and continuing growth in market share.
Feb. 4, 2025 | CADA CEO Tim Reuss talks about the end of iZEV, sales mandates, more
Q: What is your reaction to the abrupt end of the Federalize of program, and how are your dealer members handling the chaos and consumer confusion?
Reuss describes a mixture of anger, frustration, and confusion among dealers and consumers regarding the end of funding for federal EV incentives.

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Focusing heavily on the automotive industry, this series features insightful discussions on current events, trends, and challenges facing the sector in Canada. Episodes typically include interviews with executive leaders from major automotive companies, providing their perspectives on topics such as tariffs, electric vehicles, and industry regulations, as well as strategies for navigating market changes. This podcast differentiates itself with its commitment to timely, relevant content that addresses the pressing issues and innovations within the automotive landscape, making it a valuable resource for professionals, analysts, and automotive enthusiasts alike.

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1. Tomohiro Kubota
2. Swamy Kotagiri
3. Michael Carmichael
4. Steve Chipman
5. Brian Kingston
6. Flavio Volpe
7. Dimitry Anastakis
8. Don Romano

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