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Light trucks dominate, passenger cars struggle

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The light truck market continues to thrive in 2025, accounting for 88.1 per cent in the first quarter, driven by strong performances in the SUV, van, and pickup segments, according to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants, highlighting the ongoing shift in consumer preferences towards light trucks and away from traditional passenger cars.

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Here’s how Canadians are approaching car buying

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Nearly half (47 per cent) of used-car buyers consider new vehicles, while 36 per cent of new-car buyers are exploring used options. Despite this, cars still maintain a significant presence, making up 49 per cent of all vehicle searches. Nonetheless, truck inventory has risen by 13 per cent year-over-year.

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The liability of smart cars and understanding the risks

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The global smart car market is expected to grow substantially in the coming years, raising numerous concerns about the safety of these cars. Data and privacy breaches: Connected cars collect extensive amounts of personal data, including driver information, location history, and even in-car conversations.

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Top picks for Canadian car buyers

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The Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla are the top passenger vehicles in Canada while Ford F-Series and Toyota Rav4 came out on top for light trucks. These traits align with Canadians top car-buying considerations: Fuel efficiency (17.3 On the light truck side, Ford’s F-Series pickups say a jump of 8.6 per cent in units sold.

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How big the gap is between truck and car preferences

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Canadian vehicle preferences continued to trend toward light trucks over passenger cars in 2023. DesRosiers Automotive Consultants reported that the light truck segment outperformed passenger cars, with overall truck share breaking the 85 per cent mark for the first time.

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Odomoters keep rising, boosting aftermarket

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As the age of cars and light trucks continue to rise, vehicle odometer readings continue to climb, driving growth in the aftermarket for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. “Older cars and light trucks generate more aftermarket product use per mile than newer models,” the report said.

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Is the future of FCEVs boom or bust?

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According to a new report by IDTechEx, authored by technology analyst John Li, the year 2024 marked the second consecutive year of declining sales for FCEV passenger cars, with commercial vehicles also lagging behind BEVs. However, the report does not expect fuel-cell cars to disappear entirely.

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