The average length of rental for collision-related vehicles in Canada continued its downward trajectory in the fourth quarter of 2025, offering further signs of stabilization after years of prolonged repair and rental timelines.
Enterprise’s Canada Length of Rental report for Q4 2025 showed the national average LOR declined to 14.7 days, a 0.7-day decrease compared to the same quarter in 2024. Although rental durations remain higher than pre-pandemic levels, the ongoing decline suggests incremental improvements in repair throughput and claims processing across the country.
Regional results continued to vary. Newfoundland and Labrador recorded the highest overall LOR at 16.4 days, followed closely by Alberta at 16.3 days. Ontario’s average stood at 15.4 days, remaining above the national figure. Prince Edward Island reported the lowest average rental duration at 13.3 days, with Quebec close behind at 13.9 days.
Drivable claims posted a national average of 12.2 days, remaining well below the overall LOR. Alberta led this category with an average of 13.8 days, while Ontario followed at 13.0 days. Drivable claims typically reflect repairs requiring less structural work and fewer parts delays.
Non-drivable claims continued to drive longer rental periods nationwide, averaging 24.6 days. Newfoundland and Labrador recorded the longest non-drivable rentals at 32.9 days, underscoring the ongoing impact of more complex repairs, extended teardown times and parts sourcing challenges in certain regions.
Total loss claims showed one of the most notable year-over-year shifts. The national average LOR for total losses dropped to 17.7 days, down 2.6 days from Q4 2024. Prince Edward Island experienced the largest reduction in this category, contributing to its overall lower rental duration.
Beyond rental timelines, the report highlighted a shift toward newer vehicles in collision claims, with the average model year rising by roughly one year compared to the previous quarter. The data also showed increased use of alternative parts, a trend that can affect repair planning, cycle time and cost management.
The report also highlighted a shift toward newer vehicles in collision claims, with the average model year rising to 2018.92 from 2017.92 in Q4 2024. Increased use of alternative parts was also noted.
Length of rental continues to be tracked across the collision repair and insurance sectors as an indicator associated with repair timelines and claims activity. Enterprise publishes the Canada Length of Rental report quarterly. The full report can be read here.
