Stampede Auto
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| Private | |
| Industry | Automotive retail (used car dealership) |
| Founded | 2013 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada |
| Headquarters | 2520 Centre Ave NE, Calgary, Alberta T2A 2L2, Canada |
Area served | Calgary, Airdrie, Cochrane, Okotoks, Chestermere |
Key people | Kaswer Khani (General Manager) |
| Products | Used cars, trucks, SUVs and vans |
| Services | Used vehicle sales, vehicle financing, trade-in appraisals, 150-point vehicle inspections, Carfax vehicle history reports |
Number of employees | 20+ (2024) |
| Website | stampedeauto |
Stampede Auto is an independent used car dealership based in Calgary, Alberta. Founded in 2013, the privately held company sells pre-owned cars, trucks, SUVs and vans and offers vehicle financing and trade-in services.[1][2] As of 2024, the company employed more than 20 people.[3] It is licensed by the Alberta Motor Vehicle Industry Council (AMVIC).[1]
History
Stampede Auto was founded in Calgary in 2013. The company describes itself as a family-owned business.[1][4] By its first anniversary, the dealership had expanded its inventory.
In November 2021, the company announced the opening of a new location in southeast Calgary.[2] At the time, it reported more than 100 vehicles in stock and offered an online financing pre-approval tool and a cash referral program for customers.
In July 2022, it announced a move to Centre Avenue NE in northeast Calgary.[5] Along with the move, the company launched an online virtual showroom where customers could search its inventory by make, model, body type and price.
The dealership still operates from this location.[1] In July 2023, Stampede Auto announced an expansion of its inventory, which included vehicles from BMW, Honda, Chrysler, Maserati, Toyota, Tesla, Porsche, Ford, Chevrolet, Ram and Jeep.[6] At the same time, the company began offering free vehicle shipping.
By 2024, the company employed more than 20 people across sales, finance, operations and service.[3] Its staff included sales representatives, a business development centre team, mechanics, detailers and lot attendants, as well as bookkeeping and online project management staff. According to the company, it had sold pre-owned vehicles to more than 2,500 customers.[1]
Activities
Stampede Auto sells used vehicles, including sedans, trucks, SUVs, vans, hybrids and electric cars.[4][2] The dealership also sells classic and collector vehicles, including American muscle cars, vintage pickup trucks, European classics and resto-mods. According to the company, it has an inventory of more than 240 vehicles and serves customers in Calgary and nearby communities, including Airdrie, Cochrane, Okotoks and Chestermere.[1] According to the company, each vehicle undergoes a 150-point inspection before sale and comes with a Carfax vehicle history report.[1] The dealership operates an on-site service centre for post-purchase vehicle maintenance.
The dealership arranges vehicle financing for customers of all credit types. According to the company, it works with more than 27 lenders.[4][3] It also runs financing programs for customers rebuilding credit and for newcomers to Canada.[1][7] Its credit rebuilding program includes refinancing and debt consolidation options, with payments arranged on a bi-weekly basis. Other services include trade-in appraisals and the purchase of vehicles directly from owners.[5] The dealership's inventory is also listed on CarGurus and AutoTrader.ca.[8][9]
Community involvement
The company sponsors the Stampede Auto Used Cars Scholarship for students. The scholarship is listed in the scholarship directory of Indigenous Services Canada and on student award platforms.[10][11] Established in 2023, the scholarship is awarded to students enrolled at post-secondary institutions in Canada or the United States. Applicants submit an essay on topics such as the role of used cars in student life, financial independence and sustainable mobility. In 2026 the award was offered as the "Driven Toward the Future" scholarship and was promoted through university financial aid offices, including those of Florida International University and Columbia College Chicago.
In August 2024, after a severe hailstorm in Calgary, the dealership offered a CAD 1,000 discount on used vehicles to residents whose cars had been damaged by hail. In July 2026, during the Calgary Stampede, the dealership hosted a free community breakfast at its premises.[12]
Management
Kaswer Khani is the General Manager of Stampede Auto.[1] As of 2024, the management team also included sales managers Sam Khani and Creg Taylor and finance managers Owen Martin, Matteo Zanin and Paul Kennedy.[4][3]
Recognition
In 2025, Stampede Auto won Gold in the Favourite Pre-Owned Auto Dealer category of the Calgary Herald Readers' Choice Awards, which are decided by reader vote.[13]
According to the company, it was named a CarGurus Top Rated Dealer in 2024 and 2025.[1] In 2024, TheBestCalgary listed Stampede Auto among its used car dealerships in Calgary.[14]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 "About Us". Stampede Auto. Retrieved 13 October 2026.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Stampede Auto Open New Location in Calgary Alberta Canada; Helping You Find Your Perfect Used or New Car". GlobeNewswire. 29 November 2021. Retrieved 13 October 2026.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Wilde, Matthew (11 September 2024). "Where Quality Meets Affordability, Your Top Choice for Pre-Owned Vehicles". The Weekly Driver. Retrieved 13 October 2026.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 "Calgary's Trusted Family-Owned Dealership". Gauge Magazine. 6 September 2024. Retrieved 13 October 2026.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Stampede Auto Announce Location, Quality ..." Yahoo Finance. Yahoo Finance. Retrieved 13 October 2026.
- ↑ "Stampede Auto Expands Inventory: Introducing a Wide Selection of Quality Used Cars in Calgary, AB". Yahoo Finance. Newsfile Corp. 20 July 2023. Retrieved 13 October 2026.
- ↑ "Ukrainian Newcomer Financing Program". Stampede Auto. 25 April 2023. Retrieved 13 October 2026.
- ↑ "Stampede Auto - Calgary, AB". CarGurus Canada. Retrieved 13 October 2026.
- ↑ "Stampede Auto". AutoTrader Canada. Retrieved 13 October 2026.
- ↑ "Indigenous Services Canada". Government of Canada. Retrieved 13 October 2026.
- ↑ "Stampede Auto". Student Awards. Retrieved 13 October 2026.
- ↑ "Stampede Auto Stampede Breakfast 2026". Stampede Breakfast. 8 July 2026. Retrieved 13 October 2026.
- ↑ "Best of the Rest: Remaining Winners in Calgary". Yahoo News Canada. Retrieved 13 October 2026.
- ↑ Khan, Ozair (August 2024). "Locals' Picks: The 8 Best Used Car Dealerships in Calgary". The Best Calgary. Retrieved 13 October 2026.