Stressed, but saving: understanding the pandemic’s impact on consumers’ need financing

Whether it’s due to a vehicle breaking down, a new commute, a growing family, or any number of reasons, a vehicle purchase is essential for many. That’s held true even during the current health crisis: 71% of those planning to buy this year cited the purchase as necessary, according to the CarGurus COVID-19 Sentiment Study […]

CarGurus study finds vehicles are more vital than ever to today’s consumers

As consumers emerge from lockdown, change travel plans, and reconsider what mobility will look like in the long-term, vehicles are becoming even more vital to everyday life, according to our latest COVID-19 Sentiment Study in Canada. In fact, nearly a third of those surveyed said they expect to use their car more going forward than […]

CarGurus in the news: industry publications use CarGurus data to break down consumer sentiment

Calling all dealers driving difference in their community! Share your story to win a Back-to-Business Kit

Even during the current health crisis, you’ve been there to help your community. Delivering meals to hospital staff, providing free oil changes for frontline workers, and more. Now, it’s time you get rewarded for it. CarGurus wants to celebrate the dealers driving difference in their community—and help them get back to business quickly—which is why […]

4 Key takeaways from our Canada Dealer Insights Summit

Sell your vehicles across the nation: introducing CarGurus Delivery Indicator

As shoppers turn more and more to online resources to conduct research and make purchases, digital retail has become key to success. Especially in today’s unique environment when most shoppers would prefer to use contactless services when buying a car, car dealers must continue to find new ways to reach and convert shoppers. That’s why […]

What’s new at CarGurus? Quarterly product update

How to succeed with CarGurus Delivery Indicator

As shoppers increasingly conduct research and make purchases online, digital retail is key to succeeding in today’s tech-driven automotive industry. Shoppers are searching on CarGurus to find the best deals for their next car – for you, it’s just a matter of reaching them with the right vehicles. 

5 takeaways for car dealers in the time of COVID-19

To say COVID-19 has disrupted the auto industry is an understatement. The global pandemic is continuing to sweep the world, forcing car shoppers to re-evaluate their purchase plans and change their shopping behaviours. Despite the constantly evolving situation, dealers who are able to adapt still have the opportunity to bring in business and stay connected […]

COVID-19: Prioritizing the well-being of customers and staff

We hope that you and your dealership employees are staying well during this challenging time. As developments around COVID-19 continue to evolve, we understand you are working hard to figure out how to deal with it while continuing to safely serve customers and employees. Some of our dealer customers have shared steps they’re taking to […]