June 2020 Without question, this is a time of great change within our country, our state, and our communities. From the pandemic to protests, events over the last few months have given us all new perspective as dealers, as employees, and as people. And as business leaders and members of this association, we have
Recovering from the COVID-19 Shutdown
As everyone works toward a better tomorrow, each is learning lessons and taking steps to improve. While everyone should be pulling together, some may seek to take advantage of the crisis to the detriment of your dealership. Here are things to consider as you face COVID-19 challenges from suppliers and in your marketing. Franchise Agreements
Virginia’s Phased Reopening
How the Commonwealth’s Phased Reopening Impacts Virginia’s Franchised New Car and Truck Dealerships View Virginia’s COVID-19 workplace safety requirements and VADA Q&A (updated August 6, 2020) Localities in Phase Three: Every locality in Virginia, including the Northern Virginia Region and City of Richmond, entered Phase Three on Wednesday, July 1. View Phase Three Overview. Localities
Governor Northam issues statewide mask requirement
Plus: Get our free mask sign download for all Virginia dealers (below) As of December 10, 2020, all individuals in the Commonwealth aged five and older must wear a face covering when indoors. You must also wear a face covering when outdoors if unable to maintain six feet physical distance from others. Science shows that
SBA releases PPP Loan Forgiveness Application, corresponding instructions
On Friday (May 15), the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), in working with the U.S. Treasury, released the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Loan Forgiveness Application with instructions on how to apply. “SBA will also soon issue regulations and guidance to further assist borrowers as they complete their applications, and to provide lenders with guidance on their responsibilities,” the
A Message on Masks
May 15, 2020 We have heard from several dealers that some employees have claimed they are exempt from wearing a protective face covering based on health conditions, disability, religion, personal freedoms, or constitutional rights. You are not required to allow an employee to work without a face mask in violation of Executive Orders and guidance.
A Message from Don Hall
May 2020 In mid-March, the world as we knew it came to a near-immediate standstill, as the coronavirus began its spread across our country. As we faced challenges in how we operate – even with service departments considered essential businesses – and found opportunities for support from our federal leaders and agencies, we adapted
Reopening Virginia’s Dealerships
updated June 5, 2020 On May 12, Governor Ralph Northam issued Executive Order 61, which revises the public health guidance in Executive Orders 53 and 55. Coinciding with the Order are newly released Guidelines for All Business Sectors, which stipulate restrictions and best practices for businesses in Phase One of the Commonwealth’s reopening plan: “Forward
Remembering George Conoly Phillips
“Role models like Conoly know that to live a long and happy life requires balance in your business relationships, your personal relationships, the relationship with your maker, and the relationship with your community.”— Don Hall, VADA President & CEO VADA honors the life of Virginia automotive industry veteran George Conoly Phillips, who passed away last
Life in the Time of Coronavirus
Our lives have been dominated by the coronavirus. This pandemic has been about far more than the business issues we cover. Although it is tempting to find subjects to discuss in this article to distract from the elephant in the room, we cannot. The subject for this article is COVID-19. We have covered numerous important