OpenRoad Auto Group kicks off 20th anniversary celebrations with program to donate half a million dollars to B.C. charities chosen by staff and customers in 2020.

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February 20, 2020 (Richmond, B.C.) – OpenRoad Auto Group is kicking off year-long festivities today to celebrate the company’s 20th anniversary by announcing a new charitable program that will benefit a range of local non-profit organizations chosen by staff and customers with a total contribution of $500,000 by the end of 2020. The initial phase of the program will see over $100,000 given to 18 local charities selected though an in-dealership voting system at OpenRoad’s 26 B.C. dealerships.

“When planning for our 20th anniversary we thought what better way to mark the occasion than by giving back and contributing in a way that will have a lasting impact on our community,” said Christian Chia, CEO of OpenRoad Auto Group. “We’re delighted support a range of non-profit groups and causes –causes that advocate for community, health, diversity, education, family and animal welfare– all chosen by our valued staff and customers.” 

Since OpenRoad Auto Group was named in 2000, the company has actively contributed to hundreds of organizations through the OpenRoad Cares program. The 20th anniversary charity initiative will be an extension of that program but will differ by empowering customers and staff to choose which local organizations within five regions of Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley will benefit.

Starting on March 9th, $20 from the sale of each car sold, up to 5,000 cars at all of OpenRoad’s 25 dealerships will contribute to the charitable fund. Customers will be able to cast their votes for their preferred charity. OpenRoad plans to present the donations to all 18 charities by June 30th. Additional 20th anniversary celebrations will include a group-wide 20th Anniversary Sales Event in April and various events and promotions every month throughout the year.

OpenRoad Auto Group started out in 1978 as Multiland Investments Limited with its first dealership, Richmond Toyota in the Richmond Auto Mall. In 2000, Multiland rebranded as OpenRoad Auto Group and soon after began adding more dealerships to the group, including OpenRoad Lexus Port Moody, OpenRoad Toyota Port Moody, OpenRoad Honda, OpenRoad Hyundai. In 2006, OpenRoad Audi opened in Vancouver, and in 2007 Richmond Auto Body joined OpenRoad as the ninth location. Starting in 2010, OpenRoad began a rapid expansion by adding numerous new dealerships across the Lower Mainland, including BWM Langley, MINI Langley, Porsche Centre Langley, Jaguar Land Rover Langley, Infiniti Langley, the BMW Store, MINI Yaletown, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Vancouver and OpenRoad VW Burnaby. In 2017, OpenRoad expanded to the United States with the acquisition of Bentley, Lamborghini, Rolls-Royce and McLaren Seattle. In the last two years, OpenRoad has added Mercedes-Benz Surrey, Sunrise Toyota in Abbotsford and Peace Arch Toyota in South Surrey, both now rebranded with the OpenRoad name. The automotive group most recently opened the first Porsche Now pop-up store in Canada and one of the first luxury car subscription services in the country with the launch of Portfolio by OpenRoad. This year the company has added the new OpenRoad Subaru Boundary. OpenRoad has received numerous awards and industry accolades including being named a Platimum Member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies,and one of Canada’s Best Employers.

Today, OpenRoad Auto Group is B.C.'s largest automotive dealership group with over 1,500 associates representing 22 quality automotive brands at 33 full-service retail locations, including 26 B.C. dealerships, three collision centres, and four luxury automotive brands in Bellevue, Washington.

For more information about OpenRoad Auto Group, visit www.openroadautogroup.com

ABOUT OPENROAD AUTO GROUP
OpenRoad Auto Group is British Columbia's largest automotive dealership group with over 1,600 associates representing 22 quality automotive brands at 33 full-service retail locations, including 26 B.C. dealerships, three collision centres, and four luxury automotive brands in Bellevue, Washington. OpenRoad Auto Group offers car buyers and owners an experiential automotive retail service. With sales and service in multiple languages, OpenRoad Auto Group encourages a car buying experience based on openness, participation and expertise. With a focus on transparent and innovative business practices, OpenRoad associates are empowered in their roles in order to establish lifelong relationships with car owners. The company’s corporate philosophy is rooted in Unlimited Possibilities Ahead for their clients, their associates and partners. OpenRoad is proud to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, a CADA Laureate, and the recipient of multiple Canadian Best Employer Awards. openroadautogroup.com

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Christian Chia, CEO of OpenRoad Auto Group, and his team to donate half a million dollars to B.C. charities chosen by staff and customers as part of OpenRoad's 20th anniversary celebrations. 

Burrard Properties moves homeowners into NEXUS, a new architectural landmark and the first new condominium tower in downtown Seattle in almost a decade.

February 13, 2020 (Seattle, WA) – Burrard Properties is pleased to announce that the first of six hundred new homeowners will start to move into NEXUS, Seattle’s newest condominium community this week. Located at the corner Minor and Howell Street, the iconic 41-storey building known for its striking stacked and shifted cube form is the first new residential condominium tower to be built in downtown Seattle in close to a decade. NEXUS is being hailed as a captivating symbol of the burgeoning neighborhood and the future of urban living in downtown Seattle.

“We’re delighted to start the process of welcoming all of our residents to their beautiful new homes at NEXUS,” said Christian Chan, Chief Executive Officer, Burrard Properties. “Our vision was to challenge the status quo and create a transformative new community that will elevate the urban living experience in downtown Seattle. We’re confident we’ve achieved that with NEXUS through thoughtful planning by the industry’s best, resulting in striking architecture, luxurious interiors, state-of-the-art technology and world-class amenities for our homeowners.”

With 93% of the 389 units sold, the NEXUS Homeowner Care Team has been facilitating the first new homeowner walk-throughs since early February, with move-ins commencing over the next few weeks. A grand opening event for media and key stakeholders will be held sometime in early spring. Broker tours are available now and two display suites will be open by appointment starting in early March.

Since presales launched, the project has attracted a range of buyers from high tech and business professionals to downsizers and investors. With just 30 of the 389 homes still available, the remaining units are premier condos and penthouses comprised of one, two and three bedroom homes, starting from the high $900,000s. To view the homes, visit www.nexusseattle.com.

NEXUS isn’t just turning heads for its striking architecture and impressive interior design, Burrard is also receiving accolades for creating a next-generation urban living experience that integrates a meticulously programmed collection of live, work and play spaces in a central downtown location unlike any condominium building in Seattle before. The impressive vertical village offers an array of modern floorplans featuring crisp contemporary interiors with luxurious finishes, high ceilings and expansive windows - most with breathtaking views of downtown Seattle and the Puget Sound. With 20,000 square feet dedicated to amenities that graciously serve today’s modern lifestyle, residents have access to convenient co-working spaces, a media lounge, fitness room, public and private dining facilities, Sky Lounge, and lavish outdoor entertaining areas with fireplaces and barbecues. NEXUS also features a carefully curated art program with works by local and international artists throughout the building.

Technology is also integral at NEXUS, with a fully programmed all-in-one NEXUS Resident App that allows every homeowner to manage in-home devices and also integrate with the overall building systems to provide building and unit access, connection to gym equipment and package lockers, and booking of building amenities. Every detail within the building has been thoughtfully designed to spark inspiration, wellness and convenience, creating the ultimate urban lifestyle for residents as they live, work and play at NEXUS.

For more information about the NEXUS Seattle or to schedule a tour, visit nexusseattle.com. For sales contact 206.880.8325 or sales@nexusseattle.com

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ABOUT BURRARD PROPERTIES
NEXUS is being developed by Burrard Properties, a Vancouver, B.C.-based company with offices in Vancouver and Seattle, and an impressive track record of landmark communities and investments around the Pacific Rim. Founded in 1979, Burrard's vision is a better urban experience for all, with a mission to create engaging places that meaningfully improve quality of life.  The family-owned company is known for building and managing a diverse portfolio of master-planned communities, residential developments, commercial assets, and resort/hospitality properties, which have garnered over 40 industry awards. Most recently, Burrard announced plans to bring an innovative new urban living concept designed by renowned architectural firm, Herzog & de Meuron to Seattle’s Belltown neighborhood by 2024. For more information, visit www.burrard.com.

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Burrard Properties begins to move homeowners into NEXUS, a new architectural landmark and the first new condominium tower in downtown Seattle in almost a decade.

OpenRoad Auto Group adds Subaru to its portfolio of dealerships with acquisition of Wolfe Subaru on Boundary

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January 22, 2020 (Vancouver, B.C.) - OpenRoad Auto Group is pleased to announce the acquisition of Wolfe Subaru on Boundary, a highly trusted dealership for Subaru sales and service. As of today, Wolfe Subaru on Boundary will be renamed OpenRoad Subaru – Boundary and will join B.C.’s largest automobile dealership group.

“Subaru Canada is proud to partner with Christian Chia, CEO of OpenRoad Auto Group, and we look forward to solidifying OpenRoad’s reputation for offering an exceptional buying and service experience that customers expect with the Subaru brand,” said Don Durst, Senior Vice-President, Operations at Subaru Canada. “Over the past decade, Subaru has experienced tremendous growth and we’re excited about working with OpenRoad Auto Group and the representation they will bring to the Vancouver area.”

Located at 1325 Boundary Road in Vancouver, Wolfe Subaru on Boundary was founded in 2014 by the late Gordon Wolfe and Mike Hacquard of Wolfe Auto Group. As a premier Subaru dealer and family-run business, Wolfe Subaru is known for its centrally located, friendly dealership with a huge selection of new and used vehicles, and an efficient, full-service maintenance and repair shop. The dealership has received numerous awards including the 2019 Dealer Rater Consumer Satisfaction Award for delivering outstanding Customer Service, as rated by online consumer reviews.

“We’re honoured to carry on the legacy that Gordon Wolfe and Mike Hacquard created at Wolfe Subaru on Boundary,” said Christian Chia, CEO of OpenRoad Auto Group. “We believe that the Subaru brand is an ideal fit for our group of dealerships, and we look forward to continuing Wolfe’s tradition of providing an exceptional Subaru car buying and ownership experience for all.”

Much of the Wolfe Subaru staff will remain employed by OpenRoad under the new leadership of Danny Xi, General Manager, and Brad Beckett, Area General Manager. All OpenRoad Subaru customers will now have access to the Club OpenRoad loyalty program which offers a range of perks and rewards, including points redemption up to $2,500 off a new car purchase.

The future continues to look strong for the Subaru brand in Metro Vancouver. Subaru Canada reports strong growth of Subaru sales in the region with an established, loyal customer base and growing popularity of models like the Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek and Ascent. The Japanese auto maker is known for its brand promise, “Confidence in Motion,” meaning that Subaru owners can be assured that they’ve chosen a quality product comprising of superior levels of innovation, engineering, safety, capability and reliability.

For more information about OpenRoad Subaru - Boundary, visit subaruboundary.ca. High resolution photos and interviews are available upon request.

ABOUT OPENROAD AUTO GROUP
OpenRoad Auto Group is British Columbia's largest automotive dealership group with over 1,600 associates representing 22 quality automotive brands at 33 full-service retail locations, including 26 B.C. dealerships, three collision centres, and four luxury automotive brands in Bellevue, Washington. OpenRoad Auto Group offers car buyers and owners an experiential automotive retail service. With sales and service in multiple languages, OpenRoad Auto Group encourages a car buying experience based on openness, participation and expertise. With a focus on transparent and innovative business practices, OpenRoad associates are empowered in their roles in order to establish lifelong relationships with car owners. The company’s corporate philosophy is rooted in Unlimited Possibilities Ahead for their clients, their associates and partners. OpenRoad is proud to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, a CADA Laureate, and the recipient of multiple Canadian Best Employer Awards. openroadautogroup.com

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From left, Brad Beckett, Area General Manager, OpenRoad Auto Group; Christian Chia, CEO, OpenRoad Auto Group; Don Durst Senior Vice President, Operations, Subaru Canada; Tod Sullivan, Regional Executive Director, Western, Subaru Canada; Suzanne Aquino, Senior Director, Sales, Business Planning and Dealer Development, Subaru Canada; Rich Morissette, District Sales Manager, Subaru Canada; Danny Xi, General Manager, OpenRoad Subaru-Boundary

Burrard announces plans to bring new urban living concept designed by word-renowned architect to downtown Seattle

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January 20, 2020 (Seattle, WA) – Burrard Properties (Burrard), developer of the celebrated NEXUS tower, is pleased to announce plans to bring an innovative new urban living concept to Seattle's Belltown neighborhood designed by world-renowned architecture firm, Herzog & de Meuron. The proposed mixed-use residential building is expected to provide a range of fully furnished short and long term rental suites along with innovative services and amenities that promote healthier city life through wellness, convenience and connections within the community.

Located at 2407 1st Avenue, the project’s goals include enriching quality of life for its future residents as well as creating value for the surrounding community through world-class design and the integration of public-facing features and amenities that support economic vitality, social interaction and cultural engagement.

Slated to reach ten stories plus a rooftop terrace, the proposed building will contain an estimated 160-180 units and will stand apart in both its form and function. Burrard is delighted to announce that it has engaged the world-renowned design firm Herzog & de Meuron to partner with the celebrated Seattle-based architecture firm Hewitt, who will collectively lead the project’s design team.

"This exciting project seeks to set a new bar for urban living by thoughtfully responding to the contemporary needs of today's city dwellers with a residential offering that integrates numerous, historically disparate lifestyle needs into a singular, optimized, elevated and hospitality-forward model," said Christian Chan, CEO of Burrard Properties. "Furthermore, with the incredible design team that we have assembled, led by Herzog & de Meuron and Hewitt, we truly believe this project will be a significant architectural addition to Seattle."

“This project is exciting and interesting to us on many levels. It is unique in its urban and public potential. The vision the client has for public programming in combination with the site’s historically rich location in the diverse, pedestrian friendly Belltown neighborhood offers great potential to create a new active place within this community. We also look forward to working in Seattle for the first time and getting to know this vibrant city and its amazing natural setting,” said Simon Demeuse, Partner in Charge of Herzog & de Meuron

"We're thrilled to be part of this exciting project and offer our intimate familiarity, knowledge and expertise of Belltown's urban and pedestrian experience. Capturing the spirit of Belltown combined with the thoughtful vision of Burrard and the innovative design approach of Herzog and de Meuron, the project will occupy a special place amongst the diverse history of the neighborhood ranging from the classic 19th-century structures of the Hull Building and Union Stables to the grunge era of the Crocodile. Drawing on these significant moments in Seattle's history, this project will contribute to the future of Belltown with Burrard's innovative, urban living concept adjacent to the new waterfront plan," said Julia Nagele, Director of Design of Hewitt.

In addition to progressive urban design and architecture, the proposed building's interior program positions the project as a cultural hub for the neighborhood - envisioned to include wellness amenities, co-working facilities, meeting/event space, a bar/lounge, arts programming and an open market-style retail/F&B operation.

Currently in the planning stages, Burrard Properties hopes to commence construction in 2022 with completion in 2024.

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ABOUT BURRARD PROPERTIES
Burrard Properties (Burrard) is a real estate company based in Vancouver and Seattle with an impressive track record of landmark communities and projects around the Pacific Rim, including their most recent multifamily residential development NEXUS located in downtown Seattle.

Founded in 1979, the Burrard's vision is a better urban experience for all, with a mission to create engaging places that meaningfully improve quality of life.  The family-owned company is known for building and managing a diverse portfolio of master-planned communities, residential developments, commercial assets, and resort/hospitality properties, which have garnered over 40 industry awards. For more information, visit www.burrard.com.

ABOUT HERZOG & DE MEURON
Established in Basel in 1978, Herzog & de Meuron is a partnership led by Jacques Herzog and Pierre de Meuron together with Senior Partners Christine Binswanger, Ascan Mergenthaler, Stefan Marbach, Esther Zumsteg, and Jason Frantzen. An international team of nearly 500 collaborators, including the two Founders, five Senior Partners, eight Partners, and 44 Associates, work on projects across Europe, the Americas and Asia. The main office is in Basel with additional offices in London, New York, Hong Kong, Berlin and Copenhagen. The practise has designed a wide range of projects from the small scale of a private home to the large scale of urban design. Many projects are highly recognized public facilities, such as museums, stadiums, and hospitals, as well as distinguished private projects, including offices, laboratories and apartment buildings.

Herzog & de Meuron has also established itself along the West Coast with projects such as the Dominus Winery in Napa Valley and the de Young Museum in San Francisco. Currently under development are the Berggruen Institute in Los Angeles and the new Vancouver Art Gallery. The firm has received acclaim for projects that are very accessible to the general public while also housing private programs. Noteworthy among those are 1111 Lincoln Road in Miami Beach and the Public Hotel in New York City.With the Tate Modern in London, the former Central Police Station in Hong Kong, or the Park Avenue Armoury in New York City, Herzog & de Meuron has demonstrated a particular aptitude for respecting legacy buildings and their historic context while transforming them into something new. www.herzogdemeuron.com

ABOUT HEWITT Architecture
Seattle based HEWITT Architecture was founded in 1975 and is led today by Director of Design, Julia Nagele and Director of Practice, Sean Ludviksen. The studio is a collective of creators and thinkers who are driven by their curiosity and rigor. The studio has designed a wide range of work from skyscrapers to small-scale retail and mixed-use projects. Currently under development in Seattle are The Emerald Tower, Capitol Hill Transit-Oriented Development, Mama Tower and Hinoki, an affordable housing project in the Yesler Terrace neighborhood. HEWITT Architecture's design approach seeks to expand the urban experience. Their work is inspired by the historical, cultural and natural context. They focus their collective expertise on a range of project types and sizes.Their work endeavors to evoke meaningful responses within the complexities of urban life. www.hewittseattle.com

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Bentley Seattle debuted the pinnacle of posh with launch of 2020 Bentley Flying Spur at Seattle Museum of Pop Culture

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Bentley Seattle debuted the pinnacle of posh with launch of 2020 Bentley Flying Spur at Seattle Museum of Pop Culture

January 13, 2020 (Seattle, WA) – Bentley Seattle debuted the pinnacle of posh at the Seattle Museum of Pop Culture on January 8th during a launch event for the 2020 Bentley Flying Spur, now the fastest 4-door sedan in the world.

Bentley Motors describes the third generation of the Bentley Flying Spur as “a unique fusion of breathtaking performance, contemporary design and intuitive technology that delivers an enriching experience for both the driver and those who prefer to be driven. With a graceful yet commanding form, intricate detailing and sharp design lines, the new Flying Spur has an assertive road presence. Inside, tactile materials and modern craftsmanship combine to create a stylish and tranquil environment. The same sense of refinement flows into the car’s performance. Powerful and dynamic, the car automatically adapts to changing environments and driving conditions. Intelligent and intuitive My Bentley Connected Car technology has been seamlessly integrated throughout, allowing owners to shape their own journey”.

On January 8th, Bentley Seattle guests were invited to take flight and experience the 2020 Bentley Flying Spur, the world’s fastest 4-door luxury sedan and completely redesigned to feature a graceful yet muscular new profile. Guests also enjoyed a custom British-infused menu inspired by the Bentley Flying Spur, created by the Wolfgang Puck Café. The Museum of Pop Culture served as an outstanding venue to see the Bentley Flying Spur under the dazzling lights of one of the world's highest-definition screens in the Sky Church gallery at the MoPOP.

For more information about the Bentley Flying Spur, visit www.bentley.com. For event photos from the Bentley Seattle Flying Spur Launch CLICK HERE and HERE. 

Bentley Seattle is located at 1882 136th Place NE in Bellevue, Washington and is part of a luxury auto center known as OpenRoad Northwest. The retail center is the largest supercar destination in the Pacific Northwest housing Bentley, McLaren, Rolls-Royce and Lamborghini. OpenRoad Northwest serves Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana by providing bespoke sales, service,accessories and experiences befitting all four ultra-luxury brands. The center will be moving to a brand new state-of-the-art destination opening in early 2021 across the street from the current location. For more information about OpenRoad Northwest, visit www.openroadnorthwest.com. 

ABOUT OPENROAD AUTO GROUP
OpenRoad Auto Group owns and operates OpenRoad Northwest and is British Columbia's largest automotive dealership group with over 1,500 associates representing 21 quality automotive brands at 32 full-service retail locations, including 25 B.C. dealerships, three collision centres, and four luxury automotive brands in Bellevue, Washington. OpenRoad Auto Group offers car buyers and owners an experiential automotive retail service. With sales and service in multiple languages, OpenRoad Auto Group encourages a car buying experience based on openness, participation and expertise. With a focus on transparent and innovative business practices, OpenRoad associates are empowered in their roles in order to establish lifelong relationships with car owners. The company’s corporate philosophy is rooted in Unlimited Possibilities Ahead for their clients, their associates and partners. OpenRoad is proud to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, a CADA Laureate, and the recipient of multiple Canadian Best Employer Awards. openroadautogroup.com

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OPENROAD AUTO GROUP CELEBRATES 10 YEARS OF ROLLS-ROYCE IN VANCOUVER WITH DIAMOND STUDDED EVENT

December 12, 2019 (Vancouver, B.C.) – Close to a hundred distinguished guests attended an elaborate gala event to mark the ten year anniversary of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Vancouver. The diamond studded celebration showcased the pinnacle of elegance and the brilliance of the world’s most luxurious automotive brand, alongside a host of indulgences curated by some of the world’s top culinary, mixology and DJ stars.

“We wanted to create an exclusive and memorable experience for our customers – one that symbolizes the ultra-luxurious nature of the Rolls-Royce brand and the importance of this milestone for our dealership in Vancouver,” said Aly Jiwani, Area General Manager, OpenRoad Auto Group. “Our team was honoured to present this marquee event as Western Canada’s preeminent Rolls-Royce retailer for our esteemed Rolls-Royce customers to enjoy.”

Guests were treated to an exclusive culinary experience from superstar Iron Chef Susur Lee of Susur Lee Restaurant Group in Toronto and Singapore in partnership with Culinary Team Canada Captain, Chef Scott Jaeger of the Pear Tree Restaurant in Burnaby. Guests were also invited to indulge in custom black and white cocktails made by the winner of the prestigious Diageo World Class Competition, Kaitlyn Stewart. All the while, DJ Hedspin, winner of the Red Bull 3Style World DJ Championships II filled the room with intoxicating beats, creating an exciting party atmosphere. A custom diamond anniversary chandelier designed specifically for the occasion was on display above the star jewels of the night, the Rolls-Royce Cullinan and the Rolls-Royce Dawn Inspired by Music edition.

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Vancouver first opened in 2009 and was acquired by OpenRoad Auto Group in 2014. In 2018, OpenRoad relocated the dealership to its current location at 1809 West 5th Avenue. In May 2018, the grand opening of the new Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Vancouver was the site of the North American debut of the much-anticipated Rolls-Royce Cullinan. Dealership sales have been consistently strong, making Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Vancouver the number one volume dealership group in Canada.

For more information about Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Vancouver, visit www.rolls-roycemotorcars-vancouver.com

ABOUT OPENROAD AUTO GROUP

OpenRoad Auto Group is B.C.'s largest automotive dealership group with over 1,500 associates representing 21 quality automotive brands at 32 full-service retail locations, including 25 B.C. dealerships, three collision centres, and four luxury automotive brands in Bellevue, Washington. OpenRoad Auto Group offers car buyers and owners an experiential automotive retail service. With sales and service in multiple languages, OpenRoad Auto Group encourages a car buying experience based on openness, participation and expertise. With a focus on transparent and innovative business practices, OpenRoad associates are empowered in their roles in order to establish lifelong relationships with car owners. The company’s corporate philosophy is rooted in Unlimited Possibilities Ahead for their clients, their associates and partners. OpenRoad is proud to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, a CADA Laureate, and the recipient of multiple Canadian Best Employer Awards. openroadautogroup.com

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From left: Aly Jiwani, Area General Manager, OpenRoad Auto Group; Culinary Team Canada Captain, Chef Scott Jaeger of the Pear Tree Restaurant in Burnaby; Iron Chef Susur Lee of Susur Lee Restaurant Group in Toronto and Singapore; Christian Chia, CEO of OpenRoad Auto Group at the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Vancouver 10 year anniversary celebration.

Aly Jiwani, Area General Manager, OpenRoad Auto Group; Steven Wu, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Vancouver Brand Manager; Christian Chia, CEO OpenRoad Auto Group.

Celebrity chefs, Scott Jaeger and Iron Chef Susur Lee stand with the star jewel of the evening's event, the Rolls-Royce Cullinan under a custom diamond anniversary chandelier.

The crowd at the the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars 10 year anniversary party grooved to beats by DJ Hedspin, winner of the Red Bull 3Style World DJ Championships II.

OpenRoad, Dilawri and Porsche Cars Canada break ground together at future home of new Porsche Centre Richmond

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OpenRoad, Dilawri and Porsche Cars Canada break ground together at future home of new Porsche Centre Richmond

October 11, 2019 (Richmond, B.C.) – British Columbia’s auto giants, OpenRoad Auto Group and Dilawri Group of Companies announced their partnership with Porsche Cars Canada to bring a new state-of-the-art Porsche centre to Richmond by late 2020. The plans and new partnership were revealed today during a groundbreaking ceremony that marked the official start of construction of the new Porsche Centre Richmond at the Richmond Auto Mall.

“This is an exciting new era for Porsche in B.C. with two of B.C.’s largest automotive groups combining their strengths, expertise and passion for Porsche in order to deliver on a vision for a new flagship location that will embody the very essence of the Porsche brand,” said Christian Chia, CEO of OpenRoad Auto Group.

OpenRoad and Dilawri both currently own and operate existing Porsche centres in the Vancouver area. OpenRoad’s Porsche Centre Langley and Dilawri’s Porsche Centre Vancouver have both achieved the highest success and have been honoured with the Porsche Canada Premier Dealership Award for industry excellence. Porsche Centre Richmond will be the third and largest Porsche centre in the Vancouver area and will be jointly owned and operated through a newly formed partnership between OpenRoad Auto Group and Dilawri Group of Companies.

“We’re continuing to see demand for new and used Porsche cars in British Columbia so when the opportunity came up for another sales and service centre, Richmond was a natural choice based on its central location and high concentration of Porsche owners,” said Ajay Dilawri, Principal Director of Dilawri Group of Companies. “We’re confident in our partnership with OpenRoad and the future of Porsche Centre Richmond. We look forward to opening the doors in late 2020.” 

Marc Ouayoun, President & CEO of Porsche Cars Canada along with Christian Chia, CEO of OpenRoad Auto Group, and Ajay Dilawri, Principal Director of Dilawri Group of Companies, unveiled plans for the new 75,000-square-foot retail and service centre that will feature a massive new and pre-owned showroom, expansive service and parts area with 15 service bays, a service drive through and specialized delivery area. The new centre will staff approximately 40 employees in the areas of sales, service, management and administration. Construction of the multimillion-dollar Porsche AG designed project is being constructed by Wales McLelland.

Following today’s groundbreaking event, stakeholders were invited to attend an unveiling of the all-electric Porsche Taycan at the newly opened Porsche Now Richmond pop-up location at 
Aberdeen Square. Guests explored the new storefront which offers an immersive Porsche experience highlighting the world’s first Porsche Now pop-up design concept, plus Canada’s only Porsche Design lifestyle accessories shop. For more information visit, porscherichmond.ca.

High resolution event photos and renderings of Porsche Centre Richmond available upon request.

ABOUT OPENROAD AUTO GROUP
OpenRoad Auto Group is B.C.'s largest automotive dealership group with over 1,500 associates representing 21 quality automotive brands at 32 full-service retail locations, including 25 B.C. dealerships, three collision centres, and four luxury automotive brands in Bellevue, Washington. OpenRoad Auto Group offers car buyers and owners an experiential automotive retail service. With sales and service in multiple languages, OpenRoad Auto Group encourages a car buying experience based on openness, participation and expertise. With a focus on transparent and innovative business practices, OpenRoad associates are empowered in their roles in order to establish lifelong relationships with car owners. The company’s corporate philosophy is rooted in Unlimited Possibilities Ahead for their clients, their associates and partners. OpenRoad is proud to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, a CADA Laureate, and the recipient of multiple Canadian Best Employer Awards. openroadautogroup.com

ABOUT DILAWRI GROUP OF COMPANIES
Dilawri Group of Companies is Canada's largest automotive group with 72 franchised dealerships representing 30 automotive brands throughout Quebec, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and British Columbia. Privately owned and operated by the Dilawri family since 1985, the company continues to expand its footprint in Canada, building on its history of excellence in the automotive industry. With more than 4,000 employees, Dilawri Group of Companies is proud to offer exceptional products and customer service in every dealership. For more information, visit dilawri.ca.

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World’s first PORSCHE NOW pop-up store opens in Richmond, B.C.

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September 17, 2019 (Richmond, B.C.) – The doors to the first-ever Porsche Now pop-up store officially opened today in Richmond, British Columbia, offering Porsche fans and owners a new one-of-a-kind Porsche brand experience unlike anywhere else in the world.

Located in Richmond’s Aberdeen Square, Porsche Now Richmond is the first retail outlet in the world to showcase the new Porsche Now design concept which was recently introduced by Porsche AG in Stuttgart, Germany. The state-of-the-art pop-up store is also the first collaboration between auto giants, OpenRoad Auto Group and the Dilawri Group of Companies ahead of their new flagship dealership, Porsche Centre Richmond, which is currently under construction and scheduled to open in late 2020 in the Richmond Auto Mall.

“We’re driven by the desire to fuel Porsche passion by exceeding our customers’ expectations with extraordinary and memorable Porsche experiences in and outside of our dealerships,” said Christian Chia, CEO of OpenRoad Auto Group. “We’re thrilled to partner with Porsche Canada and Dilawri Group to deliver on that promise with an enhanced customer experience at the new Porsche Now Richmond.”

“We are very excited to represent the Porsche brand in the Richmond market under the newPorsche Now concept,” said Ajay Dilawri, president of Dilawri Group of Companies. “We have endless passion for this brand and are committed to ensuring that we offer a great experience to our customers in all aspects of our business, and look forward to developing this new concept with our Porsche Canada and OpenRoad partners.”

Porsche Now Richmond is a new home for Porsche in Metro Vancouver, and provides customers with an intimate and interactive Porsche sales environment, as well as a convenient service drop off location. The new retail concept features an array of amenities with a design centre offering Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur items where customers can custom build their own Porsche in a configuration lounge based on their individual bespoke preferences. There is also a Porsche AR Augmented Reality visualizer for clients to experience their dream Porsche any time, everywhere.

The new Porsche Now Richmond is the only location in Canada to offer a Porsche Design shop, featuring an exclusive lifestyle brand of puristic design and products in the areas of sportswear and fashion, timepieces, eyewear, electronics, and bags and luggage.

At Porsche Now Richmond, modern design, technology and art are combined to produce a truly captivating customer experience. One entrance of the pop-up store features an endless mirror room and a custom children's Porsche 911 Carrera art piece symbolizing endless opportunities. The store will also showcase rotating exhibitions by local artists with a permanent feature wall that is a graffiti-style mural commissioned by local Chinese-Canadian designer and graffiti artist, Carson Ting. The mural represents Ting’s dynamic vision of the Porsche brand as well as Richmond’s deep heritage as B.C.’s most culturally diverse community. Customers can also experience unique in-store Porsche 3D mapping and interactive images projected onto the showroom vehicles to animate and bring each vehicle to life.

The opening of Porsche Now Richmond comes on the heels of the launch of the 2020 Porsche 911 during recent events at both OpenRoad’s Porsche Centre Langley and Dilawri’s Porsche Centre Vancouver. It is the 8th generation of the iconic Porsche 911 sports car.

Porsche Now Richmond is open daily except Sundays at 8060 Cambie Road in Richmond. For more information, visit PorscheRichmond.ca and follow Porsche Now Richmond on Facebook or Instagram.

ABOUT OPENROAD AUTO GROUP
OpenRoad Auto Group is B.C.'s largest automotive dealership group with over 1,500 associates representing 21 quality automotive brands at 32 full-service retail locations, including 25 B.C. dealerships, three collision centres, and four luxury automotive brands in Bellevue, Washington. OpenRoad Auto Group offers car buyers and owners an experiential automotive retail service. With sales and service in multiple languages, OpenRoad Auto Group encourages a car buying experience based on openness, participation and expertise. With a focus on transparent and innovative business practices, OpenRoad associates are empowered in their roles in order to establish lifelong relationships with car owners. The company’s corporate philosophy is rooted in Unlimited Possibilities Ahead for their clients, their associates and partners. OpenRoad is proud to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, a CADA Laureate, and the recipient of multiple Canadian Best Employer Awards. openroadautogroup.com

ABOUT DILAWRI GROUP OF COMPANIES
Dilawri Group of Companies is Canada's largest automotive group with 72 franchised dealerships representing 30 automotive brands throughout Quebec, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and British Columbia. Privately owned and operated by the Dilawri family since 1985, the company continues to expand its footprint in Canada, building on its history of excellence in the automotive industry. With more than 4,000 employees, Dilawri Group of Companies is proud to offer exceptional products and customer service in every dealership. For more information, visit dilawri.ca.

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Burrard Group transforms city skyline and sets precedent with construction of NEXUS Seattle

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Burrard Group transforms city skyline and sets precedent with construction of NEXUS, the first new mixed-use tower in Seattle’s burgeoning new East Village

Now 93% presold, Burrard Community Care Team launches to serve new homeowners. 

August 1, 2019 (Seattle, WA) – With just months to go until the completion of NEXUS, the Burrard Group is in the final phase of construction of a new architectural landmark and next generation mixed-use condominium tower that will be the first of its kind to complete in an emerging new multi-billion dollar urban living core in Seattle’s East Village. Construction of NEXUS was recently topped off during a special ceremony attended by buyers and stakeholders where the precedent-setting project was celebrated as an iconic symbol of an exciting new era for the community.

Now standing tall at the corner of Minor and Howell Street, NEXUS has reached its maximum height of 440 feet and 41 stories high, offering never-seen-before city and ocean views from a dynamic new vantage point. With its series of sky high glass cubes each offset by 8-degrees, NEXUS is elevating the East Village to new heights and turning heads for its striking architecture, modern design, outstanding technology, incredible amenities and central location, while attracting a range of buyers from high tech executives, business professionals, to local and international investors.

“It’s exciting to see our vision for NEXUS come to life and to build the first new tower in the center of a burgeoning new community,” said Christian Chan, CEO of the Burrard Group. “We’re very pleased with the progress so far and look forward to welcoming our buyers into their new homes early next year.”

Since presales launched in June of 2016, the project has been largely credited for kick-starting the condominium presale market and has become one of downtown Seattle’s most successful high-rise presale developments with 93% of the 389 units already presold with only 28 homes remaining. The remaining units are premier condos and penthouses comprised of one, two and three bedroom homes ranging from $1 million to $2.7 million.

With construction at NEXUS now topped off and the remaining home inventory reintroduced, the Burrard Group has hired a Community Care Team to focus on assisting buyers through the final process of becoming new homeowners. This specialized team will host a series of special events over the next few months to provide homeowners with formal project updates and details about the move-in process, while giving them a chance to meet and mingle with their new neighbours.

Once completed, NEXUS will offer advanced modern design meets state-of-the-art technology to create a never before enjoyed Seattle lifestyle. NEXUS will serve as a vertical village, where luxurious units will be complemented by common spaces that include guest suites, co-working spaces, a media room, Sky Lounge, outdoor entertaining areas with fireplaces and barbecues, and more. The NEXUS 24/7 concierge and security staff will not only attend to daily hospitality needs but also programs current selections of music, lighting controls and digital artwork scenes that range from vibrant to serene - a daily encounter in perfect calibration to the changing case of the city. Burrard Group has also programmed a state-of-the-art, all-in-one NEXUS Resident App that allows homeowners to control in-home devices with the opportunity to control climate, lighting, entertainment, security and window coverings. The app also integrates with the building systems like building access, home-front door, gym equipment and package lockers, and booking of building amenities, scheduling of classes as well as connecting with their community. At the very core of NEXUS is a comprehensive collection of specialty purpose rooms, furnishings, equipment and technology programmed to add convenience and utility everyday - for live, work and play.

The new NEXUS Presentation Centre for sales of the remaining units is expected to open in the Fall of 2019. For more information about the NEXUS Seattle, visit www.nexusseattle.com. High resolution photos, interviews and site tours available upon request.

ABOUT THE BURRARD GROUP
NEXUS is being developed by The Burrard Group, a Vancouver, B.C.-based company with offices in Vancouver and Seattle, with an impressive track record of landmark communities and investments around the Pacific Rim. Founded in the late 70s, the Burrard Group is known for building and managing a diverse portfolio of master-planned communities, multi-family and single-family residential developments, commercial space, resort hotel properties and golf courses. Burrard Group’s outstanding commitment to quality and innovation has garnered over 40 industry awards, including Best Residential Development, Builder of the Year, Best Customer Service, Best Technical Innovation and many more. In addition to NEXUS Seattle, the Burrard Group portfolio of properties includes Makali’ and Wailea Golf Club in Maui; Parc 55, 455 Market,1288 Howard, 33 Norfolk and 1001 California St, in San Francisco; the Burrard Building, Eugenia Place and Deer Ridge in Vancouver; Crystal Lodge in Whistler, plus various golf course developments throughout B.C. including, Furry Creek, Arbutus Ridge, Nicklaus North, Gallagher’s Canyon, Olympic View and Deer Ridge. For more information, visit www.burrardgroup.com

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MICHAEL DI MEO TO COMPETE IN THE PORSCHE GT3 CUP CHALLENGE CANADA WITH OPENROAD RACING

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May 6, 2019 (Vancouver, B.C.) - OpenRoad Racing is pleased to announce that Michael Di Meo has been selected to join OpenRoad Racing as the team’s new lead driver in the 2019 Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Canada by Yokohama. The up-and-coming professional race car driver from Richmond Hill, Ontario was chosen based on his outstanding performance during his rookie year in the 2018 Porsche GT3 competition where he secured two strong podium finishes. Di Meo’s first race with OpenRoad Racing will be on May 17th during the Victoria Day Speedfest Weekend at the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park in Bowmanville, Ontario.

“We were really impressed with what Michael brought to the track during last year’s competition so when it came time to select a new lead driver, he was our top pick,” said Christian Chia, Founder of OpenRoad Racing and CEO of OpenRoad Auto Group. “We believe Michael has the skills and talent to become one of Canada’s top drivers, and we look forward to helping him reach his full potential during the upcoming race season.”

In 2018, Di Meo competed in his first Porsche GT3 Cup Canada and managed to secure two podium finishes while placing in the top five spots, five times. Di Meo succeeded in becoming OpenRoad Racing’s new lead driver following successful partnerships with professional race car driver, Remo Ruscutti from 2017 to 2018, and two-time Porsche GT3 Cup Champion, Scott Hargrove from 2014 to 2016. In 2014, Scott Hargrove won the top spot as the lead racer with OpenRoad Racing, claiming the Porsche GT3 Championship Cup. The 2019 race series will be OpenRoad’s sixth time participating in the national motorsports competition.

Michael began his racing career in kart racing at the young age of seven, and over the next 11 years he progressed through the various ranks of kart racing to compete at the highest level throughout North America. In 2013, he began his race car driving career and one year later, in his rookie year, he won a record-tying eight races and successfully secured the top spot in the 2014 Pirelli World Challenge Championship. In 2018, Di Meo competed in the Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge with Policaro Motorsport where he worked hard to claim two podium spots. 

This year, Di Meo will be behind the wheel of No. 96 OpenRoad Racing’s Porsche 911 GT3 at six races in the series where he is expected to improve upon the success of his rookie season. The Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Canada is a one-make racing series based in Canada utilizing Porsche 911 GT3s. The Canadian race car series features semi-professional drivers racing head to head in one of the largest single-make series in North America. The multi-class structure of the series teaches drivers essential skills for an eventual career in Porsche Supercup or the American Le Mans Series. The series is divided into two classes; the Platinum Cup, featuring the more powerful Porsche 911 GT3 Cup 991.2 cars, and the Gold Cup, which includes the older 991.1 model. The series is sanctioned by the International Motorsports Association, and is a development series to the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.

The 2019 Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Canada race series schedule is follows:

May 17-19: Victoria Day Speedfest Weekend
Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, Bowmanville, ON

June 7-9: Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Montreal, QC

July 5-7: Mobil 1 Sportscar Grand Prix
Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, Bowmanville, ON

July 12-14: Streets of Toronto
Honda Indy Toronto, Toronto, Ontario

August 2-4: Road America
Road America, Elkhart Lake, WI

September 27-29: Circuit Mont-Tremblant
Circuit Mont-Tremblant, Mont-Tremblant, QC
For more information, visit the Porsche GTS Cup Challenge website.

ABOUT OPENROAD RACING
Founded in 2004, the OpenRoad racing team is spearheaded by Christian Chia and his two brothers – all of whom are race car drivers themselves and have competed in races all over the world. Their race history includes winning the championship at the 2014 Porsche 911 GT3 Cup Challenge Canada and then winning second place in 2016 with Scott Hargrove; the 2017 and 2018 GT3 Cup Challenge with race car driver, Remo Ruscitti, the 2014 Asia GT3 Challenge, the Porsche Carrera Cup Asia (2010-2012); and the Asian Formula Renault Challenge (2004-2008); Macau Grand Prix, Macau GT Cup (2008).

ABOUT OPENROAD AUTO GROUP
OpenRoad Auto Group is B.C.'s largest automotive dealership group with over 1,400 associates representing 20 quality automotive brands at 28 full-service retail locations, including 23 B.C. dealerships, three collision centres, and four luxury automotive brands in Bellevue, Washington. OpenRoad Auto Group offers car buyers and owners an experiential automotive retail service. With sales and service in multiple languages, OpenRoad Auto Group encourages a car buying experience based on openness, participation and expertise. OpenRoad is proud to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, a CADA Laureate, and the recipient of multiple Canadian Best Employer Awards. openroadautogroup.com

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Race car driver, Michael Di Meo to compete with OpenRoad Racing in the 2019 Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Canada.