Pub. 22 2023 Issue 5

Again, if the goal of this partnership is to give Amazon insights into how to sell direct and enable existing and future automakers to bypass neighborhood new car dealers, then it should be a concern for dealers AND consumers. If you need a book, vitamins, or a million other simple, low-cost products, Amazon is an

As of January 1, 2024, customers will be able to transfer their federal new and used clean vehicle tax credits to dealerships registered through the Energy Credits Online (ECO) portal at the time of sale. Moreover, as of January 1, all dealers (regardless of whether the customer elects to transfer credits or not) must submit

NADA CEO Mike Stanton authored an article in mid-November that spelled out why many dealers feel that plug-in hybrids can serve as a crucial (and necessary) bridge to the 100% electric vehicle future that seems unrealistic given the current economic realities and the relatively short time frame that State and Federal officials are pushing to

The California Advanced Clean Car II (ACCII) Rule, adopted by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) in November, will allow ONLY electric vehicles (EVs) to be available for sale in New Jersey by 2035. This extreme government mandate limits consumer choice and threatens to make new cars unaffordable for working and middle-class families.

In today’s digital age, every business needs to utilize the latest technology to stay at the forefront of their industry. For auto dealerships, that need is just as prominent. Worldwide advances like artificial intelligence (AI), and other developments such as electronic titling and the need for dealerships to stay intertwined with technology keeps growing. As

The New Car Lemon Law (N.J.S.A. 56:12-29 et seq.) provides purchasers and lessees of new vehicles and motorcycles the right to demand a refund or replacement of any new vehicle deemed to be a lemon. Failure to comply with the provisions of the New Car Lemon Law is deemed an unlawful practice under the New

NJ CAR is preparing a legislative initiative that would amend the New Jersey Franchise Practices Act and hopes to have it introduced in the New Jersey Legislature in 2024. Unlike most legislation NJ CAR monitors, this bill (which traces its origins back to a year-long discussion with NJ CAR leadership) will be introduced at the

Even if you offer multiple health insurance plans, trying to address the diverse needs of employees can seem impossible. Budgeting for unpredictable group rate renewal increases can be equally challenging. Thankfully, an innovative alternative, like Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRAs) could be the solution. ICHRAs flip the script on how employers offer health insurance.

As every business in today’s digital age increasingly relies on technology to manage all facets of their operations, cyber threats have become a significant concern. This ever-increasing reliance on technology and the vast amount of sensitive customer data stored has placed auto dealerships in the crosshairs of cybercriminals. To mitigate the potential financial and reputational

NJ CAR appreciates the support of the 358 dealers who contributed to CAR-PAC, the Coalition’s political action committee, between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023. CAR-PAC needs the contributions of ALL dealers to ensure it has the necessary financial resources to support candidates (on both sides of the aisle) who support the franchised retail

NADA PAC helps to elect to Congress qualified individuals who understand the needs of new car and truck dealers. NADA PAC is consistently credited as being one of the nation’s top trade association political action committees in terms of both total fundraising and contributions to federal candidates. NADA PAC supports candidates for Congress on a

Dealerships are Important New Jersey’s 500+ dealerships are critical to hundreds of municipalities in ALL 20 counties and ALL 40 legislative districts. They represent a $41 billion industry, directly employing 36,500 individuals and supporting another 34,000 jobs while contributing millions of dollars to hundreds of charities. Grassroots is Important NJ CARPOOL needs people who understand