A season of reflection as we pave the way for franchise system evolution in 2025
Approaching the holidays, Don Hall takes a look at the year that was — and the one to come.
2025 Legal and Legislative Update
The VADA legal and legislative team delivered an insightful 2024 update addressing topics ranging from the CARS Rule to navigating franchise and personnel practices.
Barrie: Test Your Knowledge on Industry Recalls
November 20, 2024 By Barrie Charapp Beaty Charapp & Weiss, LLP bbeaty@cwattorneys.com The auto industry has lived through an unprecedented number of recalls in the last two years. There is little indication this trend will
Barrie: What the Election Results Mean for Dealerships
November 20, 2024 By Barrie Charapp BeatyCharapp & Weiss, LLPbbeaty@cwattorneys.com The election of Donald Trump to the presidency of the United States portends significant changes affecting all segments of the economy. During his campaign, he
VADA LIVE: 2024-2025 Winter Legislative Session Preview
Join us for a preview of the 2024-2025 Virginia legislative session and what’s on our radar this year with VADA EVP and General Counsel Anne Gambardella and Barrett Charapp Beaty with Charapp and Weiss, LLP.
VADA LIVE: Party Crashers: The Future of Automotive Dealerships with Cox Automotive’s Brian Finkelmeyer
In this episode of VADA LIVE, host Dan Carrigan sits down with Brian Finkelmeyer, Senior Director of Enterprise Insights and Advisory at Cox Automotive, to unpack the latest trends shaping the automotive retail landscape.
Community Colleges: the key to automotive’s workforce challenges
VADA’s Don Hall joined officials from Virginia’s community college system on a bus tour of community colleges in Tennessee. Here’s what they saw.
Reminder: Clean Cars Ends January 1 – here’s what it means for Model Year 2025 vehicles
In 2021, Virginia adopted the California ACC I (Clean Cars I) program starting with model year 2025 vehicles (and requiring all new vehicles sold by 2035 to be fully electric). California subsequently allowed that program
VADA’S workers’ comp program wins industry award
The VADA Group Self Insurance Association (GSIA) earned a Theo Award for its proactive workplace safety program, which helped reduce injuries at dealerships through practical measures.
Barrie: It’s Time To Challenge Factory Audits
An increase in audits throughout warranty claims processes means dealers should take a closer look at their processes. October 22, 2024 By Barrie Charapp Beaty Charapp & Weiss, LLP bbeaty@cwattorneys.com Dealers have noticed a trend
Barrie: FTC Enforcement Ramp-Up Continues To Affect Dealers
Dealers should continue to use caution as the FTC continues to step up enforcement actions in the industry. October 22, 2024 By Barrie Charapp Beaty Charapp & Weiss, LLP bbeaty@cwattorneys.com It’s no secret that the
Barrie: On The Internet, Everyone’s A Lawyer
A tale as old as time – the internet is once again both a blessing and a curse. October 22, 2024 By Barrie Charapp Beaty Charapp & Weiss, LLP bbeaty@cwattorneys.com The Internet is both a
Leadership in Action: What Leading from the Front Means for Managing Today’s Workforce
In today’s business climate, leading by example is more important than ever. Strong leadership inspires teams, setting the tone for success and resilience.
Loyalty’s Perno Named Time Dealer of the Year for Virginia 2025
Dave is one of a select group of 49 dealer nominees from across the country who will be honored at the NADA Show in January.
Virginia Sales Trends: Q3 2024 from Cross-Sell
Based on historical data, dealers could see a continued climb in new vehicle sales going into the first quarter of 202%
Dealers Step Up to Help Helene Impacted Regions
Virginia dealers are leading from the front when it comes to helping neighbors in need who were impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Barrie: VADA Reaffirms Virginia Dealers’ Warranty Rights, Considers Statute Enhancements
Dealers are urged to assert warranty rights during a time of rapid change. October 3, 2024 By Barrie Charapp Beaty Charapp & Weiss, LLP bbeaty@cwattorneys.com For over 50 years, VADA’s goal has been to ensure
Barrie Update: Court Stops Ban on Non-competes from Going into Effect
The FTC’s nationwide rule banning non-competes is set aside, but dealers need to follow state law when it comes to noncompete agreements.
Barrie: It’s Time to Use a Microscope to Examine Your Advertisements
Consumers form their first impressions of dealers through advertisements. Majority of a dealers advertise through the internet, allowing dealers’ the ability to change and update their advertising in real time, several times a day. Advertising compliance is critical for not only federal and state regulators but consumers.
Transparency and Talent on the Minds of Automotive Association Leaders
Don Hall spent a few days with his counterparts this month in North Carolina. Here’s what they talked about.
