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Capitol Briefs 2021 | Issue 7
As General Assembly special session draws to a close, measures promoting EVs head to governor’s desk State budget does not include funding for EV rebate program Session 2021, Issue 7 March 1, 2021 The General Assembly completed its work for the 2021 session in the last hours of Saturday, Feb. 27, though the session officially
Vaccine Update for Dealership Employees
Feb. 25, 2021 Information about vaccine availability is regularly updated by the Commonwealth and federal government. Bookmark this page and check back often to keep your team informed of vaccine availability. When we know new information, you will too. When can dealership personnel get their vaccinations? Virginia prioritizes vaccinations starting with people in group “1a,”
Capitol Briefs 2021 | Issue 6
Measures boosting EVs pass General Assembly More state funding urgently needed; class action lawsuits coming to Virginia? Session 2021, Issue 6 February 23, 2021 The General Assembly spent last week finishing up their work on bills in advance of the Monday, February 22 deadline for committees to complete their dockets. The remainder of the special session,
Greensboro Auto Auction: A partner in profit for dealers buying and selling pre-owned vehicles
Just a short drive south, Virginia dealers have a pre-owned inventory partner in the Greensboro Auto Auction. Greensboro Auto Auction is a 35-year-old, independent, dealer-exclusive auto auction in Greensboro, North Carolina. Affectionately known as “GAA,” the auction sits on over 270 acres just minutes offof I-40 and offers a 16-lane first class facility. GAA supports
Former VADA general manager Jason Wilson takes helm of Kentucky Automobile Dealers Association
Jason Wilson, our former General Manager, has joined our neighbors to the northwest as president of the Kentucky Automobile Dealers Association. We know Jason will do great in his new role. Carl L. Swope, chair of KADA, said the organization was impressed with Jason’s leadership skills and hired him to lead the association following an
Dealerships in her DNA: Meet Aris Woolfolk, VADA’s new General Manager
STAFF PROFILE: ARIS WOOLFOLK This month, Aris Woolfolk – a longtime friend of ours whose family, the Hudgins, has been in dealership business for generations – stepped into the role of General Manager for VADA. In that capacity, she serves the needs of Richmond-area dealer members and works with VADA field representatives throughout the Commonwealth, who serve
Capitol Briefs 2021 | Issue 5
EV Package Rolls on in Special Session Session 2021, Issue 5February 15, 2021 Last week, the General Assembly technically ended its 2021 Session and immediately began a special session called by Gov. Ralph Northam to provide the extra time normally allotted for a “short” session. Legislative business moved forward as remaining bills were simply moved
Capitol Briefs 2021 | Issue 4
Dealer-Backed Democratic Priorities Driving Through General Assembly House passes bills pushing for EV rebate program, ZEV mandates and test drive regs Session 2021, Issue 4February 8, 2021 As we have reported in past updates, much has changed about the operation of the General Assembly during these unique times. In this abbreviated session, both chambers had