Wholesale Vehicle Values Cool in July as Seasonality, Fuel Costs Weigh on Market
For independent dealers watching acquisition costs, July’s wholesale numbers offer a useful gut-check on inventory strategy heading into…
NIADA on the Road: Washington and Carolinas State Conventions
Last week, Jeff Martin, CEO and Patrick O’Brien, Director of Government Relations & Compliance attended the Washington State…
FTC Ends Disparate-Impact Enforcement, Modifies Dealer Compliance Requirements
On August 7, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) formally announced that it will no longer pursue legal actions under Section…
Letter from the CEO: Why Your Voice Belongs at the NIADA Policy Conference
by Jeff Martin As seen in Used Car Dealer Magazine | August 2026 Every year, decisions are made…
BHPH Service 20 Group Tours Virginia Dealership
Last week, the Large Volume BHPH Service 20 Group met in Reston, VA and held a site visit…
July Auto Sales Hold Steady, But Affordability Keeps Pressure on Used-Vehicle Demand
For independent dealers, July’s national sales figures point to a market where affordability — not simple demand —…
CarGurus Reports 90% of Used Listings Now Include Disclosed Fees
If you list inventory on CarGurus, this affects you directly: the platform now reports that more than 90%…
Interest Rates Squeeze Used Car Buyers — And BHPH Dealers Face New Bank Scrutiny
For used car dealers, the Federal Reserve’s recent rate cuts haven’t delivered much financing relief — used vehicle…
House Financial Services Committee Seeks Comment on CFPB Reform Bill That Could Reshape Dealer Oversight
On July 24, the House Financial Services Committee requested public feedback on a discussion draft of the “CFPB Reform Act of 2026,”…
Last Chance to Register: NIADA Bootcamps
Next week is the week! NIADA members will gather in Salt Lake City, UT and Indianapolis, IN for…

