POTUS Remarks on Right-to-Repair Legislation
NIADA was encouraged by President Trump’s recent remarks from the Oval Office highlighting the need for commonsense right-to-repair…
Going Once, Going Twice…It’s a “Jeep Thing”
You’ve seen the bumper stickers, you’ve heard it around town, “You wouldn’t understand, it’s a Jeep thing.” Well,…
FTC Names 97 Dealership Groups Warned Over Deceptive Pricing
The Federal Trade Commission has made public the full list of auto dealership groups it warned about deceptive…
Documentation Over the Drive: How Used Car Buyers Are Changing Their Approach
The traditional ritual of the used car test drive is losing its place as the primary moment of…
Subprime Auto Finance Strategies Independent Dealers Use to Scale Responsibly
Independent dealers continue to play an essential role in helping customers secure dependable transportation. At the same time,…
Ghost Tags, Real Consequences
The federal indictments unsealed in May 2026 sent a clear message to the used car industry: the temp…
Leadership on the Road: Jeff Martin Connects with Incoming President Darla Booher
NIADA CEO Jeff Martin recently hit the road to Greer, South Carolina, for a visit with incoming President…
You Won’t Want to Leave Early — Our Closing Session Is Worth Staying For
We’re wrapping up the NIADA Convention with two presentations that are anything but a typical closing session. Kicking…
Running Dry: What the Synthetic Oil Shortage Means for Independent Auto Dealers
The Middle East conflict has triggered a supply crisis that is landing squarely on the service lanes of…
When AI Meets the Showroom Floor: How Dealerships Are Adapting to the Informed Buyer
The car-buying experience has always been a negotiation — but artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules. Today’s shoppers…