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Spot Deliveries

May 20, 2026

Dealers learned from the horse’s mouth that advertising, as they had known it, has officially changed.

Challenging a Franchisor Audit

May 20, 2026

Dealers learned from the horse’s mouth that advertising, as they had known it, has officially changed.

Dealers Shifting Gears for Good: May

May 20, 2026

Dealers Shifting Gears for Good: May Virginia’s auto dealers continue to drive positive change across the Commonwealth. As May brings warmer days and renewed community spirit, dealerships throughout Virginia are

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Don Hall Video Column: FTC, DMV, and Workforce Pipeline

May 19, 2026

Don Hall shares his insights on the latest from the FTC, Virginia’s new DMV commissioner, and a new VADA hire to jump-start the workforce pipeline.

Barrie: From the Horse’s Mouth

April 23, 2026

Dealers learned from the horse’s mouth that advertising, as they had known it, has officially changed.

On PAC, Convention, and FTC

April 23, 2026

Sign up for the convention. Give to the PAC. We need your support in the next few weeks.

Dealers Shifting Gears for Good: April

April 22, 2026

Virginia’s auto dealers aren’t just selling cars, they’re springing into action for the Commonwealth. As April brings fresh momentum across Virginia, dealerships continue investing in schools, families, and community organizations

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“Don’t leave dollars on the table.” Jim Roche Previews What Dealers Need to Know for VADA ’26.

April 22, 2026

The CEO of WarrCloud joins VADA Live and shares how AI is revolutionizing warranty claims and why dealerss are leaving legitimate OEM $$$ on the table.

VADA Live S2:E10 | “Data is King”

April 9, 2026

With AI rewriting the rules of automotive marketing, how do dealers stay ahead of the curve and outrank their own OEMs?