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Report: Dealers May Have Missed 238 Voluntary Recalls
Recall Masters’ annual report finds any of 238 voluntary manufacturer recall notices may have slipped past U.S. dealers in 2024, potentially creating legal liability. Read more at Auto Dealer News
So You Want a Compliance Audit
Successfully managing risk requires strong compliance partners and effective processes. ACE’s Gil Van Over lists the three critical components of a comprehensive audit, including the all-important in-person review. Read more at F&I and Showroom
Preloads and Payment Packing (Part 2)
Attorney and Mosaic Compliance Services CEO Jim Ganther delves into addendum stickers, hard adds, soft adds and bundles in Part 2 of a series dedicated to stamping out payment packing. Watch at YouTube
Senate Strikes Down Calif. EV Mandate
In a bipartisan 51-44 vote, the U.S. Senate approved a measure that revokes an EPA waiver that would have allowed a group of states, led by California, to ban the sale of light duty gas vehicles and gas/electric hybrids. Read more at Auto Dealer News
ReyRey Names Walsh CEO as Barras Sues for Wrongful Termination
Reynolds and Reynolds has promoted Chris Walsh to acting CEO following the departure of Tommy Barras, who is suing the company for $300 million. Read more at Dealer Agent News
Dealers to Honda: Stop Selling Afeela EVs to Californians
CNCDA has officially demanded that Honda and its Sony Honda Mobility division stop collecting deposits for the Afeela 1 EV from California residents. Read more at CNCDA.org
