Last week, Virginia’s General Assembly reached the midpoint of its legislative session, known as “Crossover Day.”
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VADA Making the Rounds for Tech and Dealer Protections, Fair Pay
The latest on our bill, additional legislation…and by the way, this week is Dealer Day!
Greater Protections, Fair Pay: Capitol Briefs 2025, Week 2
VADA lobbyists continue to meet with legislators to advocate for greater protections and fair payment for franchised dealers.
Capitol Briefs 2024, Week 1
The Virginia General Assembly gaveled in this week, raising the first Black person to the role of House Speaker. Here’s a look at the early bills we’re monitoring.
Issue Monitor: Amazon and Hyundai’s sales and data partnership
An initial look and analysis of the Hyundai-Amazon partnership, and what it means for dealers.
Report: Virginia dealers contribute $1.77 billion to state tax base
A new study highlights the impact of the Commonwealth’s retail automotive industry.
Virginia’s elections and outlook for dealers
The elections are over, and like any year, Virginia dealers remain strongly positioned.
Virginia Dealer Deal Roundup 2023
A look at (publicly announced) merger and acquisition activity in Virginia’s retail automotive industry in 2023.
Martinsville dealer honored with TIME Dealer of the Year award
Martinsville’s Barry Nelson is named Virginia’s TIME Dealer of the Year for 2023.
Smoke in Virginia: Looking ahead at Retail Auto in the Commonwealth
Cox economist Jonathan Smoke offers a look at what’s in store in ’24 for U.S. and Virginia dealers.