WANADA Visits with MoCo Council Chair Andrew Friedson
Several WANADA dealer members gathered at DARCARS 355 Toyota in Rockville, MD, on Thursday, Dec. 12, for a productive meeting with Montgomery County Council Chair Andrew Friedson. As the grandson of a car dealer, Mr. Friedson brings a unique perspective to the challenges faced by local auto dealers, making him a particularly effective advocate for […]
Read MoreMD MVA: Reminder on Fee & Surcharge Changes Eff. 1/1
As a reminder, the Maryland MVA is implementing changes to the annual surcharge for certain electric vehicles (EVs) and the payment schedule for vehicle registration fees effective January 1, 2025. Please click here to view the MVA Bulletin that outlines these changes.
Read MoreFrom NADA: Key Dealer Issues
We printed many of NADA’s policy updates in last month’s Bulletin and these issues continue to develop. WANADA’s NADA Director Geoff Pohanka recently shared additional updates from our federal counterpart that we believe are worth reading. Please click here to view the full report.
Read MoreJoin Us at the NADA Show in NOLA!
Attending the NADA Show? RSVP for Our Joint Reception. Join associations from Virginia, Maryland, and the Washington area for our joint reception in New Orleans. Registration is open here. VADA/MADA/WANADA Reception @ NADA ’25 Jan 24, 2025 Hilton New Orleans Riverside | 2 Poydras Street – New Orleans, LA 70130 6-9 p.m.
Read MoreMake Plans to Attend the DC Auto Show!
The Washington, DC Auto Show is more than just an exhibition of the latest and greatest vehicles—it is a cornerstone event for the automotive industry and a critical opportunity for local car dealers and their staff. As we gear up for the 2025 edition, there are compelling reasons why your dealership team should make this […]
Read MoreSign Up Today for the WANADA Action Network
At the 2024 WANADA Annual Meeting, Chairman Jamie Darvish proudly unveiled a new initiative, the WANADA Action Network. This organization is designed to educate and activate dealers on critical political issues that impact their businesses, underscoring WANADA’s commitment to protecting the interests of the automotive industry in the Washington area. The importance of political activism […]
Read MoreFrom NADA: Key Dealer Issues
WANADA NADA Director Geoff Pohanka recently shared the following information from the NADA Main Issues newsletter that gets distributed to all NADA Directors around the country. The information below is a valuable recap of all of the key concerns that dealers will be facing in the new year. Volkswagen/Scout (New) The big picture: VW AG’s […]
Read MoreVA MVDB Issues Advertising Compliance Deadline
The deadline for advertisement compliance across all platforms is NOVEMBER 22, 2024. Information on advertising requirements was sent to all Virginia dealerships and MVDB Dealer Talk subscribers via SendPulse using the email addresses on record on September 23, 2024. Dealers are responsible for any and all advertisements for your dealership(s). However, if proof can be […]
Read MoreNikki Haley Delivers at WANADA’s Annual Meeting
On Saturday, November 9, the Washington Area New Automobile Dealers Association (WANADA) hosted its highly anticipated Annual Meeting and Dinner in the elegant ballroom of MGM National Harbor. The event was an evening to celebrate the collective achievements of WANADA members, address industry challenges, and foster invaluable networking among fellow dealers, partners, and key industry […]
Read MoreAudi of Tysons Corner Named Best Dealership to Work for in U.S.
In an awards announcement held on Oct. 10 in Nashville, TN, Audi of Tysons Corner was named the Best Dealership to Work For in the entire country, after being ranked No. 5 overall on the 2023 Best Dealerships to Work For list. According to Automotive News, who presents the award, employees among the 2024 Automotive […]
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