Latest issue · November 2026
November 2026 Auto Market Update
- BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba sold 383,139 new vehicles from January to August 2026, 2.5% fewer than in 2025, though August was up 6.9%.
- BC and Alberta dealer lots held 156,643 vehicles on November 5: 96,419 new and 60,224 used, at median advertised prices of $58,665 and $31,998.
- From January 1, 2027, BC dealers need a restricted insurance agency licence to keep selling credit protection, GAP and vehicle warranty insurance.
What each issue covers
The numbersNew vehicle sales for BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba, month and year to date, against last year.
Used market pulseNew and used vehicles on BC and Alberta dealer lots, median advertised prices, mileage, electric share and regional differences.
Deal watchDealership acquisitions, sales and real estate deals in BC and Alberta from the public record.
Rules and riskLicensing, insurance, tariff and regulatory dates dealers need to plan for.
Stellaxis tracks 1,165 BC and Alberta dealers, franchise and independent, and reports what is on their lots each month. Prices are advertised prices, not selling prices.
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- November 2026 Auto Market UpdatePublished November 3, 2026
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