What dealers need to know to stay off the FTC’s radar
CBT News brought dealers, attorneys and policy experts to Washington, D.C., on June 16 for the Auto Leadership Summit: Fair Pricing & Compliance at the Salamander Hotel. The one-day event...
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On the Dash:
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Dealers continue to oppose broader repair-data legislation, citing intellectual property and aftermarket concerns.
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NADA urges Congress to reject REPAIR Act as bill advances to House committee
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NADA is urging Congress to vote against the REPAIR Act, calling the legislation unnecessary and a data privacy threat.
The REPAIR Act advanced out of subcommittee in...
How NADA’s education escalator is helping dealers build better teams in 2026
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FTC invites dealers to report potential pricing issues across the industry
On the Dash:
FTC is increasing enforcement and expects dealers to help identify noncompliant competitors.
All-in pricing, including doc fees, must be clearly disclosed in advertising.
Noncompliant pricing tactics risk...
NADA’s Mike Stanton rejects “middleman tax” study, defends dealership model amid FTC action
A study by the International Center for Law & Economics claims that the dealership model adds thousands of dollars to the cost of every vehicle, calling it a “middleman tax.”...
March auto sales drop as tariff pull-ahead skews year-over-year results
On the Dash:
U.S. auto sales declined in March and Q1 primarily due to tough comparisons from tariff-driven demand in 2025.
EV market share is falling post-incentives, while hybrids are...
FTC warns 97 auto groups that advertised prices must include all mandatory fees
On the Dash:
Advertised vehicle prices must reflect all mandatory fees, excluding government charges.
Dealers should proactively review ads, policies, and employee practices to ensure compliance.
FTC monitoring continues; potential...
U.S. light vehicles fall 4% in January amid incentive changes
On the Dash:
Dealers face lower sales volumes and reduced foot traffic due to seasonal disruptions and overall market softness.
Rising incentive rates provide opportunities for dealers to stimulate demand...
Rob Cochran named NADA 2026 Chairman, outlines dealer priorities
On the Dash:
Dealers must engage actively with NADA to navigate evolving industry challenges and regulatory changes.
Balancing short-term policy issues with long-term strategic planning is critical for sustaining dealership...
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