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VADA Live S1:E19 – Get Ready for July 1 with Armatus Dealer Uplift’s Jordan and Ryan
Big changes are coming for Virginia auto dealers on July 1! Host Dan Carrigan discusses the new warranty recall and reimbursement law with VADA’s General Counsel Anne Gambardella, alongside Jordan Jankowski (COO) and Ryan Hammer (Operations Director) from VADA Program Partner Armatus Dealer Uplift. The panel covers critical steps dealers should take now to prepare for the deadline, specific changes impacting diagnostic time and rental car reimbursement, common submission mistakes to avoid, and valuable insights gained from national experience. Understand this vital legislation, achieved through dedicated VADA advocacy, to ensure your dealership benefits fully.
Price Advertising and Inventory in the Tariff Environment
Dealers should be mindful about setting vehicle pricing in the tariff era. Here’s some guidance from NADA.
Led by Hybrids, EV popularity rising in Virginia
The popularity of electric vehicles is rising in Virginia. That cuts into market share for ICE vehicles…but don’t count them out yet, as sales remain strong.
Updates to Buyers Orders & Introduction to Lease Orders
Virginia has a new buyer’s order and lease buyer’s order. Learn all about them and get them from our partners at Reynolds & Reynolds.
VADA Live S1:E17 – The Future of Your Legacy with Cameron Ingersoll Roche PLLC’s John Dedon
Wondering how to protect your dealership legacy through estate planning? Attorney John Dedon joins VADA Live host Dan Carrigan to share vital insights specifically for dealers. Learn about crucial documents, current tax strategies, succession planning, and avoiding costly probate issues.
VADA Live S1:E16 – Buyers Order Updates & Lease Order Introduction
For the first time in many years Virginia has completed a comprehensive overhaul of the Buyer’s Order form. The move is designed to provide greater protections for dealers, improve clarity for consumers, and address modern compliance standards. The new forms — including an optional Lease Buyer’s Order — will be issued starting May 1, with no hard deadline for implementation. VADA General Counsel and Executive Vice President Anne Gambardella and our outside counsel Barrie Beaty have recorded a short presentation to walk dealers through the new forms.
Tariffs or otherwise, we’ve been down this road before
Proposed 25% auto tariffs threaten to significantly increase vehicle prices, creating challenges for dealers and consumers alike. Despite the uncertainty, the industry is preparing, drawing on a long history of resilience to navigate economic shifts.
VADA Live S1:E15 – Talent Management with NADA Academy Instructor Steve Brazill
Struggling with finding and keeping top talent at your dealership? NADA Academy Instructor Steve Brazill joins VADA Live host Dan Carrigan to share insights gained from decades in automotive retail. Learn why slowing down the hiring process, effective onboarding, and building the right culture are crucial for long-term success and avoiding costly turnover.
Dealers Shifting Gears for Good: April
Virginia’s auto dealers aren’t just selling cars; they’re investing in the Commonwealth. Every month, we’re highlighting the positive impact auto dealers are making in their communities. From charitable giving to