As if they were subject to the ancient curse, auto dealers live in exciting times. Whether it is the tumult in the federal government resulting from Trump administration policy revisions,
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New York Federal Judge Ruling Does Not Mean the End of the CFPB
There has been substantial publicity about a decision by a federal judge of the Southern District of New York that the structure of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau violates the
Mythbusters: FTC Used Car Rule
For more than a decade, the FTC considered revisions to the Used Car Rule. On November 18, 2016, it published the final revisions that went into effect on January 27,
DeFanging the CFPB
During the Obama administration, the CFPB spent considerable time, money, and effort to establish itself as a feared dismantler of traditional methods of doing business by important financial institutions. Despite
Franchisors are Becoming More Aggressive; What About You?
New car dealers are increasingly restive about the aggressiveness of franchisors. Whether it is costly facility or image demands, increasing reliance on stair step incentives with easy disqualifiers, refusals to
Dealership Real Estate Lease
Include a Waiver of the Landlord’s Lien Common law gave a landlord a lien to sell abandoned personal property left on rented or leased premises by a former tenant to
New Information from the FTC on the Used Car Rule
In September, the FTC issued a set of questions and answers about the revised Used Car Rule. The Q&A highlights some issues that dealers should understand. OEM Warranty Disclosure Is
Get Ready for Tax Changes on July 1st
VADA will be conducting its annual Legislative and Legal Update webinar on Tuesday, June 11th from 11:00 am until 1:00 PM covering issues such as the comprehensive bill to increase transportation revenue.
New GM Policy and Why it is Important for All Dealers
General Motors has ignited a furor among its dealers with two bulletins issued August 10, 2017. Bulletin 17-12 pertains to use of non-GM parts and accessories and vehicle service contracts,
Preapproval of Dealership Changes in Virginia
Learn the advantages and disadvantages of having “skin in the game” – an ownership interest in the dealership that enhances the senior manager’s rewards and risks.