Washington, DC Auto Show: Member Events Highlight Weekdays
Once the Washington, DC Auto Show left its better-than-expected opening weekend, the attention turned to several member events planned throughout the week. None was more significant or better attended than the WANADA Member Reception, sponsored by Merrill Lynch The Kirvan Group and BG Crovato Products & Services on Thursday, January 27th. Nearly 100 dealership principals, […]
Read MorePublic Policy Day at the DC Auto Show Features New Models & Strong Attendance
Before the auto show opens to the public, members of the automotive press, political officials and auto industry insiders are treated to a preview event. Since The Washington, DC Auto Show is the “Public Policy Show” on the international auto show circuit, the preview day is branded as “Public Policy Day” and took place on […]
Read MoreWANADA Law Enforcement Update
On Friday, January 21, WANADA issued a warning supplied to us by a dealer in Alexandria about a suspicious individual who was suspected of attempted auto theft. After sending the individual’s photo and a description of his tactics, it was later reported to us that the individual had been apprehended in Fairfax County. We consequently […]
Read MoreWANADA Insurance: Now Accepting ACH Payments
The WANADA Insurance Department is pleased to announce that ACH payments can now be accepted for all WANADA Trust products. The WANADA Trust utilizes volume discounts for certain employee benefits, including dental, life, disability and vision, to offer the most affordable pricing in the marketplace from nationally recognized carriers and providers. “Because we specialize in […]
Read MoreWashington, DC Auto Show: Opening Exceeds Expectations
Even while the challenges mounted, the producers of the 2022 Washington, DC Auto Show forged ahead. Several manufacturers backed out, citing lack of available inventory. The Christmastime surge of the Omicron variant loomed threateningly, and then DC Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that the District would be verifying vaccinations for show attendees in addition to the […]
Read MoreRegister for WANADA’s Tag & Title Seminar at The Washington, DC Auto Show
A Washington, DC Auto Show tradition, the WANADA Tag & Title seminar will once again be held onsite at the Washington Convention Center. This year’s seminar will be held on Friday, January 28 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. in Room 102B. The cost is $75 and registration is currently open here. Any staff at […]
Read MoreRegional Mask Mandate Overview
As the COVID-19 pandemic prepares to eclipse the 2-year mark and our region continues to grapple with the surging Omicron variant, it is helpful to be reminded of the current jurisdictional mandates that affect the retail automotive business. Requirements pertaining to masking, patronage, occupancy limitations and more have been in constant flux and often vary […]
Read MoreDiscount for NADA Show Registration
In an email blast titled Happy New Year from NADA, the National Auto Dealers Association announced a $50 discount on the registration fee for the upcoming NADA Show. Utilize the code HAPPY2022 when registering to get your $50 off. Please note that the discount is only offered until Friday, January 7. You can register HERE. […]
Read MoreWANADA Wishes Pete Reilly Well on His Retirement
WANADA wishes Pete Reilly all the best as he completes his 42nd year at Councilor, Buchanan & Mitchell (CBM) on his way to retirement. Pete served as president and managing partner of the accounting and advisory firm from 2014 through 2020 before becoming board chairman in 2021. He will continue to serve CBM and its […]
Read MoreWANADA Insurance: Now Accepting ACH Payments
The WANADA Insurance Department is pleased to announce that ACH payments can now be accepted for all WANADA Trust products. The WANADA Trust utilizes volume discounts for certain employee benefits, including dental, life, disability and vision, to offer the most affordable pricing in the marketplace from nationally recognized carriers and providers. “Because we specialize in […]
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