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Instagram Launches 15-Second Video App

In a press conference today, Instagram Co-Founder and CEO Kevin Systrom announced the launch of ‘Video on Instagram,’ an application where users can upload 15-second videos.

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Tesla Can’t Sell Directly to Consumers in Texas

Two Tesla-backed bills failed to make it to the voting round this legislative session. The legislation would have exempted Tesla from state franchise laws, allowing the electric carmaker to sell directly to consumers in that state.

Colo. and N.H. Dealer Bills Await Governors’ Signatures

Governors in New Hampshire and Colorado are considering legislation aimed at strengthening dealers’ rights in those two states.

Clay Nissan Settles $1.5M Defamation Suit

The legal battle between Clay Nissan and the brothers of a former cancer-stricken employee is over, ending the family’s 10-month campaign against the dealership for terminating their sister.

N.J. Dealer Sues Kia Motors

New Jersey’s Mahwah Kia filed a lawsuit against Kia Motors America. The manufacturer allegedly terminated the store’s franchise agreement for poor performance, but the dealer claims KMA did not make enough inventory available.

Marquet Intl.: Auto-Related Embezzlement Cases on the Rise

Marquet International released its annual white collar fraud and embezzlement report today. The report reveals that more automotive employees are embezzling than in previous years.

121 Dealers File $50M-Plus Suit Against Carfax

Dealers filed a mass action lawsuit Tuesday against Carfax for monopolizing the market. They claim the quality of the firm’s vehicle history reports is lacking, but dealers also say the exclusive agreements the firm has with OEMs and merchandising sites has forced them to be paying customers.

Facebook’s New Ad Tool Impresses Pilot Dealer

South Carolina dealership is capturing six to eight additional sales per month using Facebook’s new advertising tool, which pulls data from Datalogix and Polk to deliver more targeted ad campaigns.

Calif. Court Rules GPS Nav Apps Illegal While Driving

In late March, a California judge ruled against a man who was cited by the California Highway Patrol for driving and looking at his smartphone’s GPS navigation app. The ruling means such apps violate the state’s prohibition on texting and making calls while driving.

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GM Testing Facebook Advertising

After pulling a reported $10 million annual ad spend with Facebook last May, General Motors is back on the social media site. This time, the automaker is testing mobile ads.

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