CDK SUPPORTS ONTARIO HYUNDAI DEALERS IN RAISING MORE THAN $312,000 FOR HYUNDAI HOPE ON WHEELS IN CANADA

Austin, Texas - May 28, 2026 - CDK, the leading automotive retail software provider, proudly supported its Ontario Hyundai dealer partners during their first-ever Whole Lotta Hope benefit concert-part of the ongoing commitment by CDK to supporting automotive dealers and the communities they serve. The sold-out event helped raise more than $312,000 for Hyundai Hope on Wheels in Canada, a nonprofit organization dedicated to funding pediatric cancer research.

Held at Toronto's iconic El Mocambo music venue, the concert brought together Hyundai dealers, industry partners, artists, and community members to support pediatric cancer research focused on improving outcomes for children with cancer.

"Across Ontario, CDK has been a valued contributor to the dealer-driven efforts behind Hyundai Hope on Wheels," said Rein Knol, chairman of Hyundai Hope on Wheels and chairman of the Hyundai Canada National Dealer Council. "The success of this inaugural event reflects the strength of our dealer community and partners like CDK who stand behind our efforts."

The collaboration underscores the broader relationship between Hyundai Auto Canada Corp., its nationwide dealer network and key partners like CDK-combining operational alignment with a shared focus on initiatives that deliver value beyond day-to-day operations.

"Strong partnerships are essential to delivering results for our dealers and our customers, and CDK has long been an important partner to Hyundai in Canada," said Steve Flamand, president and chief executive officer of Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. "Much like music brings people together for a greater cause, when organizations come together with a shared vision, we can amplify our impact by supporting dealers, strengthening communities, and advancing meaningful initiatives like Hyundai Hope on Wheels."

The Whole Lotta Hope benefit concert marks an important milestone for Ontario Hyundai dealers, showcasing new ways to engage communities while advancing Hyundai Hope on Wheels' mission to end childhood cancer.

"Supporting automotive dealers and the communities they serve is central to the work that CDK does," said Greg Wallin, vice president of Sales for CDK in Canada. "We are proud to stand alongside Hyundai dealers and Hyundai Hope on Wheels in Canada to help extend their impact beyond the showroom and make a meaningful difference for families affected by childhood cancer."

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