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Franchised Dealerships

NADA Releases New Video on Dealer Franchise Laws

In order to provide policymakers and journalists with information about the franchised new-car dealer model, the NADA has added a new animated video to its “Get The Facts” initiative.

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NADA Launches Initiative to Promote Benefits of Franchised Dealers

The “Get the Facts” initiative provides online materials demonstrating the benefits of franchised dealerships, which the association is encouraging dealers to share on their own websites.

Franchised Dealers Realize Big Gains in Used Sales, CNW Reports

Used-vehicle sales in May increased nearly 11% from April, according to CNW. Franchised dealers led the way with a 4.3% increase in sales vs. one year ago, while independents realized a 3.4% increase.

Tesla: New Wording in Missouri Bill is ‘Sneak Attack’ by Dealers

In a statement posted on its website, Tesla denounced the last-minute addition of wording to legislation in Missouri that would effectively ban the automaker from selling directly to consumers in the state.

Report: Used Operations Increasingly Important for Dealers

According to a report from Haig Partners, more dealers are focused on their used-vehicle business because profits are sometimes stronger than new-vehicle sales.

Dealership Acquisition Activity ‘Robust,’ The Banks Report Shows

Public dealer groups continue to exercise discipline in terms of their acquisition strategy, but The Banks Report shows that acquisition activity was robust overall last year — particularly during the opening and closing months of 2013.

Risky Business

Industry insider issues a warning to finance sources that restrict a dealer’s freedom to choose which F&I products are offered to car buyers.

Used Sales Climb 1.4% vs. a Year Ago

Franchised dealers are set to sell more than 1.24 million used vehicles this month, a gain of nearly 9% vs. a year ago, according to data from CNW Research.

Business Journal Names Westlake to Fastest Growing Private Company List

The Los Angeles Business Journal released its annual ‘Top 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies’ list. On it was Westlake Financial Services, which came in at No. 54.

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Colorado Legislature Sides With Dealers

The state’s Senate Judiciary Committee voted unanimously to approve a bill that gives dealers more power in their negotiations with manufacturers. The legislation still needs to gain passage by the full legislature.

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