Privacy Policy
Effective Date: November 12, 2025
DrivingNow.ca (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates this website (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our Service, and the choices you have regarding your data. By using our Service, you agree to the terms described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly, as well as data automatically collected when you use our Service:
Personal Information:
Name, email, phone number, and address
Vehicle details, trade-in information, and credit-related data
Usage Data:
IP address, browser type and version, pages visited, time spent on the site, device identifiers, and other technical or diagnostic information
Cookies and Tracking Technologies:
We use cookies, beacons, tags, and scripts to improve the user experience, remember preferences, and monitor site performance. You can disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not function properly.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected data to:
Process your vehicle financing application
Connect you with dealerships and lenders
Provide information about trade-ins and cashback offers (available only on approved credit – OAC)
Send updates, promotional information, and customer support communications
Analyze site usage to improve our Service
Ensure compliance with legal obligations and prevent fraud
3. Authorization
By submitting an application through DrivingNow.ca, you confirm that all information provided is accurate. You authorize us, our agents, and our affiliates to:
Obtain credit information as needed to process your application
Share your information with lenders, dealerships, or other partners to facilitate vehicle financing
Communicate with you via email, phone, text, or social media regarding your application, offers, or promotions
You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
4. Sharing Your Information
We may share your data with:
Partner dealerships and lenders for financing purposes
Service providers assisting with the operation of the website or application processing
By submitting an application through DrivingNow.ca, you confirm that all information provided is accurate and complete. You authorize DrivingNow.ca, its agents, and affiliates to access credit information from any appropriate sources to process your application.
You also consent to being contacted by DrivingNow.ca, its agents, or affiliates via phone, email, text, or social media regarding your application, financing options, and vehicle offers. You may withdraw this consent at any time by notifying us or using the unsubscribe option in any electronic communication.
Additionally, you authorize DrivingNow.ca and its agents or affiliates to provide updates about your application, including whether you pre-qualify for financing, which lender offers you select (if any), and the outcome of your credit application.
Finally, you consent to DrivingNow.ca sharing your information with one or more dealerships, wholesale lead providers, or affiliates who may be able to assist you in obtaining vehicle financing. These parties may conduct independent verification or searches as necessary to facilitate your purchase.
5. Security Measures
We take reasonable technical, administrative, and physical steps to protect your data, including:
SSL encryption for data transmission
Role-based access controls and multi-factor authentication
Firewalls, intrusion detection, and regular security audits
Secure backups and disaster recovery procedures
While we strive to protect your information, no system can be completely secure.
6. Legal Compliance
PIPEDA: We comply with Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), ensuring your data is collected, used, and disclosed responsibly. You may request access or corrections to your personal data at any time.
CASL: We follow the Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL), obtaining consent before sending marketing messages and providing clear opt-out options.
7. International Data Transfers
Your information may be stored and processed in Canada. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers and processing in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
8. Data Disclosure
We may disclose your information in good faith when necessary to:
Comply with legal obligations
Protect our rights, property, or users
Investigate fraud or illegal activity
Ensure public safety
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not intended for anyone under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we learn that we have, we will remove it immediately.
10. Third-Party Links
Our site may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy occasionally. Changes will be posted here with the updated effective date. Significant changes may also be communicated via email or site notice.
12. Contact Us
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, contact us at:
Email: info@drivingnow.ca