Meet the Face of Automotive in Kamloops: Colin McGill of Kamloops Mazda

Colin McGill calls it the ‘New Mazda.’

It’s the big change-up in the Mazda lineup that’s propelling the auto brand into the future with a bold new aesthetic and service philosophy.

“2022 is truly when we see the ‘New Mazda’ with the shift in the Mazda product and service,” says Colin, the dealer principal at Kamloops Mazda.

“Come down and see our all-new Mazda 3 (compact sedan and compact hatchback), CX-50 (SUV), MX-30 (electric SUV), CX-30 (compact SUV), CX-9 (three-row SUV) and MX-5 (two-seat convertible). From economy car to luxury vehicle, we can put you into quality at an affordable cost.”

With Kamloops Mazda, customers receive an ‘ownership experience,’ not just a buying experience.

“Our clubhouse brand ambassadors don’t just follow you through the sale of your vehicle, but follow you through your entire ownership, giving you the best customer service in all areas to deal with any and all your automotive needs,” says Colin.

To do this, Kamloops Mazda prides itself on being a fully transparent dealership.

What that means is it sells stylish, quality cars with exceptional customer service to make a fair profit, supply staff with good incomes and give back to the community.

When Colin started in the car business, it tended to have a bad name because of hard-sell tactics.

“I wanted to rise above that by using transparent and honest methods of selling and being more customer-centric,” says Colin.

“Also, I love how this industry allows people of all backgrounds, education and social status an equal and fair opportunity to learn and flourish. The people you meet in this industry are truly remarkable.”

When not at the dealership, you’re still likely to find Colin around cars.

“I’m usually working on cars at home because I have a true passion for them,” he says.

In his youth in the UK, Colin was a hockey goalie who coached with the Best of British Ice Hockey Schools and played professionally with the Wightlink Raiders on the Isle of Wight and the Braehead Clan in Glasgow.

“I keep my previous career in hockey alive as an assistant coach with the Chase Heat Junior Hockey Club,” says Colin.

“Hockey and cars are my two biggest passions, along with keeping fit at the gym and hanging out with my family”.