Our Journey Begins Here

Since 1983, Destination Auto Group has evolved into a multi-location automotive platform serving global brands across Metro Vancouver.

Foundation

1994 — The Ahamed Family has built its import and domestic auto dealership into a business with 350 employees that has won several customer-service awards.

Founded in 1983, Destination Auto Group is a family-owned business that began operations through the acquisition of Jubilee Plymouth Chrysler in North Vancouver, BC.

Acquired Kingsway Honda and multiple other dealerships from The Docksteader Group

1983

acquired University Toyota on Lougheed in Burnaby

1987

acquired Wolfe Mazda

1992

acquired Happy Honda

2011

Built on Continuous
Improvement

2013

The company leaned into principles of operational excellence with the adoption of Kaizen (continuous learning) and Genchi Genbutsu.

Destination Toyota
Burnaby Relocation

2015

Ground up build and relocation of Destination Toyota Burnaby (2nd largest Toyota dealership in BC at the time) to Still Creek Ave, featuring novel no-appointment service drive, and ICBC-approved auto body shop.

Service Innovation at
Honda Burnaby

2016

Significant rebuild and relocation of Destination Honda Burnaby, featuring novel service drive and no-appointment express service

CADA Business
Innovation Laureate

2018

Aziz Ahamed named Business Innovation Laureate by Canadian Auto Dealers Association

new Image Program adopted
at Kingsway Honda

2019

CADA Business
Innovation Laureate

2021

Adil Ahamed named Business Innovation Laureate by Canadian Auto Dealers Association

Next Generation Leadership

2022

Leadership transition with Adil assuming CEO role, representing the company’s continued focus on new technologies, customer service, and operational excellence.