Process Reminder: DC Leases Pay Use Tax (Not Excise Tax)
When it comes to processing the tag and title work for leases to DC customers, there can be a lot of confusion in your tag & title office. This is understandable, given that your staff is generally acquainted with dealing with DC DMV and the tax associated with leases is a “sales and use tax” […]
Read MoreSave the Date: WANADA Annual Meeting Scheduled for Nov 4
WANADA’s 2021 Annual Meeting & Luncheon has been scheduled for Thursday, November 4 at the Ritz-Carlton Tysons Corner in McLean, VA. The luncheon will begin at 12:00 noon, preceded by a networking reception for registered attendees starting at 11:30 am. Ticket information and a link to register will be sent to all WANADA members as […]
Read MoreRegister for the Cox Automotive Fall Expo
WANADA Kindred member Cox Automotive will be holding a virtual Fall Expo on September 27-30, 2021. The program promises to offer unique insights into consumer behavior, dealership operations and the digital trends that will help shape the future of the automotive industry. The impressive speaker lineup includes Mike Stanton, CEO of NADA, Bill Himpler, the […]
Read MoreIn Memoriam: Virginia Martens
WANADA has recently learned of the passing of Virginia Martens, spouse of the late Harry Martens, Jr., on August 27, 2021. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Martens family during this time of mourning. We have yet to receive additional information regarding arrangements, but will distribute details as we learn of them.
Read MoreCOVID FDA Approval and What It Means for Employers
On August 23, the US Food & Drug Administration approved the first COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine has been known as the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine, and will now be marketed as Comirnaty for the prevention of COVID-19 disease in individuals 16 years of age and older. The vaccine also continues to be available under emergency use […]
Read MoreMask Mandates Around the Region
Following up on the e-blast WANADA distributed to the membership on August 6, here are the most recent mask mandate updates for the region: Washington, DC D.C. was the first area to reinstate an indoor mask mandate for public spaces in response to new CDC guidance that came down in late July. That mandate went […]
Read MoreNY Auto Show Cancelled; DC Show Still On for Jan. 2022
The 2021 New York International Auto Show, which was scheduled for August 20-29 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center, has been cancelled due to the growing incidences of the Covid-19 Delta variant in New York and the stricter public-health measures put in place by State and local officials. The next New York International Auto Show […]
Read MoreSave the Date: WANADA Annual Meeting Scheduled for Nov 4
WANADA’s 2021 Annual Meeting & Luncheon has been scheduled for Thursday, November 4 at the Ritz-Carlton Tysons Corner in McLean, VA. The luncheon will begin at 12:00 noon, preceded by a networking reception for registered attendees starting at 11:30 am. Ticket information and a link to register will be sent to all WANADA members as […]
Read MoreWANADA Apprentices in Need of Sponsorship in No.Va.
WANADA’s Auto Dealer Education Institute (ADEI) has been turning entry level technicians into successful line techs for over two decades. With our fall semester kicking off right around the corner, now is the time to reach out if you would be interested in sponsoring one of our student apprentices. While all of our apprentices in […]
Read MoreReminder: Register Your Staff for WANADA’s Flu Shot Program By August 31
Registration is open for WANADA’s seasonal flu shot program for dealership employees. Once again, WANADA’s flu shot program will be available on-site at WANADA dealerships and administered by Norvar Health Services. The on-site service will be available for adults aged 18 and older. The fee will be $33 for the vaccine with a […]
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