In this feature, we speak with Richard Allouche, an automotive industry expert with over a decade of experience and a key member of the team at Sparta Finance, to discuss the rising Canadian demand for leisure products – and how it’s reshaping the financing landscape for vehicles, equipment, and recreational products.
A Surge in Leisure Product Demand Across Canada
Over the past few years, Canadians have increasingly turned to outdoor leisure activities and recreational vehicles – from ATVs and boats to RVs, snowmobiles, and dirt bikes – as a way to spend more time outdoors and enjoy freedom beyond the city.
As Richard explains, this shift in lifestyle has led to unprecedented demand for these products — and, in many cases, shortages across dealerships. Canadians are prioritizing experiences and adventure, and with that, the need for flexible financing solutions has also grown.
Financing Leisure and Motorsports Equipment
That’s where Sparta Finance plays a vital role. As one of Canada’s most trusted names in auto, equipment, and leisure financing, Sparta Finance helps Canadians get behind the wheel (or handlebars) faster with fast approvals, fair rates, and personalized lending options.
Their financing solutions cover a wide range of products, including:
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Recreational vehicles (ATVs, snowmobiles, RVs, and more)
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Motorcycles and motorsport vehicles
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Boats, jet skis, and marine equipment
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Heavy-duty and commercial trucks
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Equipment financing for business use
Whether customers are financing a family RV or a work truck, Sparta’s team takes pride in understanding real needs and helping Canadians access the vehicles and equipment that make life – and work – better.
Why Canadians Are Choosing to Finance Leisure Purchases
As Richard points out, more people are choosing to finance leisure products because:
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Inventory shortages have made cash purchases less practical
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Flexible monthly payments make high-value items more affordable
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Financing allows buyers to act quickly when desired inventory becomes available
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Low-interest options help preserve cash flow and liquidity
Financing isn’t just a convenience – it’s become a smart way for Canadians to enjoy their favorite hobbies responsibly while maintaining financial balance.
Our Take
Canadians’ passion for outdoor adventure is stronger than ever, and lenders like Sparta Finance are making it possible for more people to experience it. From boats and ATVs to trucks and equipment, flexible financing options are fueling both recreation and productivity nationwide.
Watch the full video above to hear insights from Richard Allouche.
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Amy Orr is a professional writer and editor with over 10 years of experience in the Canadian, U.S. and U.K. financial markets. She has written for numerous publications on topics as diverse as economic literacy, corporate finance, and technical analysis of numerical data. Prior to transitioning to full-time writing, she worked in the hedge fund sector. Her academic background is astrophysics, and she has a Masters in Finance from the University of Edinburgh Business School.
