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Summer Edition 2026

Welcome to DDC INSIDER #11


We're thrilled to announce that Dealer Direct Canada has officially changed its name to Dealer Direct Advisory to reflect its global expansion. We hope you enjoy reading this edition, and we welcome your feedback!

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Dealer Direct Canada Evolves into Dealer Direct Advisory,

Launches New Global Website


Dealer Direct Advisory is proud to announce the evolution of the firm from

Dealer Direct Canada to Dealer Direct Advisory, marking the next chapter in the company’s continued growth within the automotive retail and advisory sectors.


Announcement Here

Dealer Direct Advisory Expands into Asia with Appointment of Steven Yao


Dealer Direct Advisory is pleased to announce the expansion of its international platform into Asia with the appointment of Steven Yao as Vice President – Strategic Development, Asia-Pacific.


Press Release Here

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The AI Advantage in Automotive Retail


This report by Reynolds & Reynolds explores how AI streamlines processes, improves efficiency, and enhances customer interactions.


View Report Here

Dealer Direct Advisory Expands into the DACH RegionThrough Strategic Partnership with Walter Missing


The partnership represents Dealer Direct Advisory’s first formal strategic expansion into Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, as the firm continues broadening its international automotive advisory platform.


Announcement Here

Dealer Direct Advisory Appoints Dimitri Pressman as Vice President – Global Growth Initiatives


Dimitri will continue to serve in his existing role as a Mergers & Acquisitions Executive within Dealer Direct Advisory's Canadian

operations, while simultaneously taking on this expanded leadership position focused on the firm’s international growth initiatives and strategic market expansion efforts.


Announcement Here

Dealers Are Watching Chinese OEM Entry into Canada Closely


Canadian Auto Dealer reports that dealers are weighing many factors besides product, pricing and contracts in deciding whether to represent a Chinese OEM.


Article Here

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Dealer Direct Advisory is currently involved in multiple dealership evaluations and impending buy / sell transactions.


Watch out for future editions of DDC INSIDER for details about our completed transactions.


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