For America’s low-income families, the single biggest driver of economic opportunity could be owning their own vehicle. Recent research suggests a strong link between car ownership and access to longer-lasting employment and a higher household income. A new study published in the Journal of Planning Education and Research in February examines…

When I look around and see flowers in bloom and new foliage on the trees, I’m reminded that spring is a season of newness and renewal. All commercial-truck dealers would benefit from bringing a spirit of renewed energy to our own lives. In the truck business, our vocational customers go to work in the spring and we, as dealers, must be ready for…

U.S. light-vehicle sales continued to fall in April, with a SAAR of 16.43 million—a decline of 4.5% compared to this time last year. Despite a strong March performance, sales through the first four months of the year were also down by 2.1%. The crossover segment continues to inch closer to 40% market share and will likely reach that number by…

Voluntary protection products are offered to consumers to protect their investment in vehicles which they purchase or lease—this includes GAP Waiver and extended service contracts. On April 2, NADA released our optional Model Dealership Voluntary Protection Products Policy to all NADA car and light-duty truck members. The model policy…

The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Foundation’s multi-faceted initiative to spark interest in service technician careers at car and commercial truck dealerships is gaining financial support from across the entire industry. Toyota Motor North America, which recently donated $100,000, joins a growing list of donors to the NADA…

If you're expecting a "ham and egg automotive presentation," look elsewhere. Volkswagen President and CEO, Scott Keogh, joined the NY Auto Forum in advance of the New York International Auto Show to discuss what he describes as a "higher calling" for VW and the automotive industry as a whole. After a brief intro highlighting the breadth and…

NADA offers member dealerships and their personnel a wide array of education and training resources. Dealer members and employees can choose from a variety of content, formats and delivery methods to meet their needs, schedules and budgets. NADA Education resources fall into two broad categories. Let’s take a look. Active Engagement…

Closing out a packed agenda at the annual NY Auto Forum, Bob Carter, Toyota' EVP of Sales discussed dangers posed by tariffs, suggested a reality check for EV demand and shared some thoughts regarding the future of personal vehicle ownership. "There is no other OEM that is more committed to a U.S. franchise system than Toyota. Wherever we go,…

BURNSVILLE, Minn. – American Truck Dealers (ATD) member Bob Nuss, president of Nuss Truck & Equipment in Burnsville, Minn., hosted President Donald Trump and senior White House advisors for a roundtable discussion at his dealership on April 15. The meeting focused on tax reform, the economy and the positive effects of tax relief on small…

What if we told you there was a way you could inspire and prepare the next generation of your customers and employees? Meet Junior Achievement. The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) and the NADA Women Directors connected with Junior Achievement USA (JA) in 2017 through engaging automobile dealers as JA volunteers to build…