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By now, all dealers should be aware of their obligations under the Gramm-Leach Bliley Act's Privacy Rule and Safeguards Rule.Dealers are also likely aware that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is the federal agency responsible for enforcing these rules. The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) has reported...

New Jersey National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) members have chosen William R. Keith as their sole nominee for election to the office of NADA Director for New Jersey.He was the only candidate to receive more than 10% of the nominating ballots cast, and, according to the NADA bylaws,...

NJ CAR has recently been made aware of yet another internet service-related scam, detailed below. A Miami-based company called Infolook Inc. has sent invoices to several dealers for a "Web Listing" at a whopping price of $364.95.The invoice is addressed to the dealership and has an Invoice...

NJ CAR has partnered with the American Red Cross of Central New Jersey, the Trenton School District and former Philadelphia Eagle great and Trenton-native Troy Vincent to offer first aid and CPR training programs at all grade levels in the Trenton school district. Educating people in the appropriate...

If your dealership is planning to hire teenagers to fill summer positions there are several Federal and State requirements you should keep in mind: Federal Teen Driving Requirements.The 1998 Drive for Teen Employment Act addresses the workplace driving privileges of teens.Under federal law, 17-year-olds may engage in...

As the backbone of any new car franchise, proper staffing of the service department is essential to the financial health of your dealership.But once you have assembled your winning team, how do you keep them? Have you designed a pay plan that is going to get the...