Sustainable Development

Our Vision and Actions in Sustainable Development

Discover how our transportation company, primarily active in the tourism sector, contributes to sustainable development on a daily basis and generates positive impacts socially, economically, and environmentally.

The importance of implementing an eco-responsible policy is significant for Autocar Excellence and Autocar Hélie. It allows us to:

• Enhance our competitiveness while reducing our environmental footprint.

• Communicate the importance of making a difference and positively influencing others.

• Become an innovative leader in sustainable development within our community and industry.

• Retain our current customers and attract new opportunities in sustainable tourism.

• Mobilize our current team and attract new employees.

• Reduce our greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and participate in the fight against climate change.

Recent Achievements

At Autocar Excellence, we continue our efforts toward a more sustainable future. Over the past year, we have:

• Installed LED lighting in our offices and main garage to reduce energy consumption.
• Visited the VIA company to deepen our knowledge of waste management.
• Started transitioning to eco-friendly products for hand soaps and dishwashing liquid.
• Continued raising awareness about reducing paper use and intensified our efforts towards complete digitalization of our operations.
• Trained new drivers in eco-driving, reinforcing our commitment to sustainable driving practices.
• Organized a collection in partnership with Uni-Recycle for recycling electronic and IT equipment.
• Participated in community initiatives in collaboration with the CERVO Foundation.
• Established our first community garden to promote environmental engagement and team well-being.

Recycling and Recovery

In the office and the garage! We actively participate in recovery and recycling programs for tires, motor oils, and other recyclable materials. Every action counts in protecting our environment.

Reducing Paper Usage

“Zero Paper” Goal: By adding screens and scanners, we reduce daily paper usage. This initiative helps lower our ecological footprint and streamline our administrative processes.

Eco-Responsible Vehicles

The Commitment and Passion of PREVOST: As an industry leader, we are committed to reducing waste and pollution while optimally reusing resources in our processes and products.

Local Purchasing

Prioritizing Quebec-Made Products and Services: The choice of our suppliers is crucial. We prioritize local purchases from companies known for their quality and environmental commitment.

National Greening Program

GHG Offsetting through Tree Planting: To offset greenhouse gas emissions, we are implementing a tree planting program in the name of Autocar Excellence and our clients, in collaboration with specialized partners.

CSR Policy

Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility (CSR): We have implemented a CSR policy to reduce our ecological impact and promote sustainable practices in all our activities.

Eco-Driving Training

Sustainable and Responsible Driving: Our drivers are trained in eco-driving, which reduces vehicle operating and maintenance costs, improves road safety, and decreases our environmental footprint.

Partnership with Expédition Saint-Laurent

For a second consecutive year, Autocar Excellence is proud to serve as the official transportation partner of the St. Lawrence Expedition — a dynamic initiative focused on the protection, restoration, and enhancement of the St. Lawrence River.

From August 6 to 22, 2025, our custom VIP coach will accompany the Expedition’s multidisciplinary team on a tour of community outreach, education, and shoreline clean-up efforts throughout several regions of Quebec. Alongside them, we reaffirm our commitment to sustainable development, also deploying a 56-passenger luxury coach designed to reflect our long-term environmental values.

We sincerely thank our employees, their families, clients, and community partners who take part in these clean-up events and support this vital cause. Together, we’re helping protect the health of our river and build a cleaner future.

USTOA Sustainability Pledge