Military Lending Act Guidance: The Gift That Keeps On Giving
Thanks could be in order when the industry gets together for NADA 2018, as the editor hears that a resolution to the Military Lending Act controversy isn’t far off.
March 8, 2018
Thanks could be in order when the industry gets together for NADA 2018, as the editor hears that a resolution to the Military Lending Act controversy isn’t far off.
March 8, 2018
Based on an interpretive rule issued by the Defense Department on Dec. 14, including credit-protection products like GAP in a servicemember’s vehicle finance contract could subject it to a slew of restrictions and requirements under the Military Lending Act (MLA).
December 20, 2017
General Motors dealers who sell non-GM service contracts, parts and accessories must now disclose to their customers that the products are not backed by the automaker. Dealers who don’t comply face possible termination of their franchise agreement.
August 24, 2017
According to the trade group’s NADA Data 2016 report, dealership employees had one of the highest average salaries of any industry.
April 17, 2017
‘Da Man’ draws parallels between the Kennedy assassination and the ongoing campaign to undermine the existence of American car dealers.
March 7, 2017
By the time the NADA was founded in 1917, the sufficiency of units in operation meant a growing opportunity for used-vehicle sales. According to 1917 motor vehicle registrations, as compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Public Roads, nearly five million cars and trucks were registered. And by late 1916, creative rebuilders were putting old cars, now “reconditioned,” back on the road.
December 5, 2016
The editor responds to some of the chatter he’s hearing about the CFPB turning its attention toward F&I products. He then reveals why readers need to register for this month’s Compliance Summit.
July 28, 2016
Peter L. Fong has joined the National Automobile Dealers Association as senior vice president of dealership operations. One of his key areas of interest will be to accelerate the process of moving dealerships toward the ‘online to in-store’ car-buying experience for consumers.
June 7, 2016
The NADA announced its involvement in a campaign designed to promote safer driving experiences. The program educates consumers about how to best interact with safety features.
April 5, 2016
The NADA Used Car Guide's used-vehicle price index slipped 0.3% in January, with sales volume coming in 4% lower than the same period last year.
February 18, 2016
The AFIP’s executive director offers a few ways F&I professionals can improve their performance and compliance acumen in 2016
January 14, 2016
The House Financial Services Committee’s decision to release confidential CFPB documents was a big win for the industry. But will it be enough to stop the bureau’s attack on dealer participation?
January 11, 2016
The NADA’s board of directors has elected Jeff Carlson as its 2016 chairman. The Colorado dealer is currently serving as NADA vice chairman.
October 14, 2015
The NADA has filed a second Freedom of Information Act request for internal CFPB documents that allegedly show the bureau intended to regulate the auto finance market through enforcement action. An earlier request was denied.
October 8, 2015
As part of a new initiative to preserve the indirect financing channel, the National Automobile Dealers Association has created a new website and a video including testimonials from real consumers who benefited from receiving financing through a dealership.
September 17, 2015