What happened to CDK is not unique to CDK, and it happens to large and small companies on a daily basis. For those reasons, we write this article to identify steps you can take to be ready for the next cyberattack.

One of the most effective ways to ensure your dealership thrives is by actively contributing to and participating in your local state auto dealers association. These associations offer a myriad of benefits that can significantly enhance your dealership’s operations, community standing and overall success.

Barrie breaks down the latest from the high court, including the ruling that resulted in the Supreme Court departing from the Chevron Doctrine, and what it all means for dealers.

While you cannot control some matters, like the standard terms of your dealer sales and service agreement, there are some issues to which you can give attention protect your rights with your franchisor.

Although many dealers are subject to state laws that ban non-competes for certain employees, dealerships nationwide should continue to prepare as if the FTC’s Ban on Non-competes will go into effect on September 4.

Dealers may find that they are exempt from this law, but exemption status can change and so dealers should be ready to comply.

When the Rule first was promulgated, the effective date was July 30, 2024. However, the FTC has since stayed that effective date after the National Auto Dealers Association and the Texas Auto Dealers Association filed a Petition for Review of the Review and a Motion to Stay the Rule.