Federal Trade Commission and Partner States Reach Settlement with Deere and Company on Right to Repair
On July 8, 2026, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), together with the states of Illinois, Arizona, Michigan, Minnesota,…
Save the Date: NIADA Policy Conference Returns to Washington, D.C., Sept. 28–29
NIADA will host its 2026 Policy Conference September 28–29 in Washington, D.C., bringing independent dealers back to the…
Used Vehicle Retention Index Slips Slightly in June, Black Book Reports
Wholesale values are a key input for dealer acquisition strategy, and Black Book’s latest data shows the market…
Off-Lease EV Wave Set to Reshape Used Inventory in 2026
For independent dealers, the used-vehicle mix is shifting fast, and electric vehicles are a growing part of it.…
What CarGurus’ New Fee Disclosure Rule Means for Your Listings
Independent dealers have two weeks to get ahead of a significant policy shift on one of the industry’s…
Ready to Sell More in 2026? NIADA Bootcamps Are Coming to a City Near You!
Get ready to roll up your sleeves! NIADA’s 2026 In-Person Bootcamps are hitting four cities this fall with…
Welcome, to the 2026-2027 NIADA Board of Directors!
The 2026–2027 NIADA Board of Directors was officially sworn in Sunday, June 21, at the membership meeting, held…
Supreme Court Reaffirms the President’s Executive Control Over Independent Agencies
On June 29, 2026, the United States Supreme Court significantly expanded the President’s authority over independent federal agencies…
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Announces Major Overhaul of Consumer Complaint Process
In a move with direct implications for independent automobile dealers who field consumer complaints through the agency’s portal,…
This Fourth of July, the “Most American” Cars Tell a Bigger Story
As the nation marks its 250th birthday this Independence Day, Cars.com released its 21st annual American-Made Index, ranking…