Momentous ADEI Graduation Features Parents & Politicos
WANADA’s Automobile Dealer Education Institute (ADEI) marked a major milestone on Thursday, August 28, with the 2025 Graduation & Matriculation Ceremony. Held at Montgomery College’s Gudelsky Institute for Technical Education in Rockville, the event recognized 25 graduates of the ADEI apprenticeship program and welcomed the next cohort of apprentices beginning training this fall. This year’s […]
Read MoreFundraiser in Support of Montgomery County Exec Candidate Andrew Friedson
As Montgomery County approaches its next major election, local leadership will play a pivotal role in shaping the economic climate of the county and the broader Washington metropolitan region. For the business community — including the retail automotive industry — the county’s policy direction can have a lasting impact on growth, competitiveness, and the overall […]
Read MoreUpdates from Maryland MVA
The following reminders and updates appeared in the most recent newsletter from Maryland MVA and have been included in full below in case you missed them: Vehicle Transactions – Tips & Reminders Dealer Loaners– As of July 1, 2025, rental vehicles are now charged excise tax at a rate of 3.5%. There is an exception […]
Read MoreTime is Almost Up: Sell EVs on Value not just on Tax Credits
Content provided by Andy Fraser, E-Motion EV Sales Training and Certification With the federal $7,500 EV tax credit set to phase out for many vehicles on September 30, dealerships will soon be selling EVs without one of the market’s most prominent closing tools. While this change will present new challenges, it also creates an opportunity […]
Read MoreReminder: Special Vehicle Registration Procedures for Foreign Missions
Dealerships selling or leasing vehicles to members of foreign missions should be aware of the unique registration process handled exclusively by the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Foreign Missions (OFM). Local DMVs in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia do not process vehicle titles or registrations for foreign diplomats or embassies. Before completing a sale […]
Read MoreSave the Date: 2025 WANADA Annual Meeting
Mark your calendars now! The 2025 WANADA Annual Meeting will take place on the evening of Thursday, November 13, at the Smithsonian Museum of American History in Washington, DC. This year’s event promises an inspiring program and an elegant setting in one of the nation’s most iconic museums. More details, including keynote speakers and registration […]
Read MoreADEI Graduation & Student Spotlight
WANADA’s Auto Dealer Education Institute (ADEI) invites all members, partners, and friends to join us in celebrating the achievements of our graduates and welcoming our newest apprentices at the 2025 ADEI Graduation & Matriculation Ceremony. Event Details: Thursday, August 28, 2025 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Montgomery College – Rockville Campus Gudelsky Institute for Technical […]
Read MoreChevy Chase Acura Hosts Career Event for Latino Youth
Chase Acura recently collaborated with Identity-Youth, a Montgomery County-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting underserved Latino youth, to launch an Automotive Career Pathways Program event at their dealership. The initiative brought together community leaders, elected officials, and industry partners to inspire and connect young people with career opportunities in the automotive sector. This event was the […]
Read MoreUpdates from Maryland MVA
The following reminders and updates appeared in the most recent newsletter from Maryland MVA and have been included in full below in case you missed them: Vehicle Transactions – Tips & Reminders When requesting a change of address for an individual, please verify the new address is not associated with a business, and if there […]
Read MoreWhat Auto Dealers Need to Know About the “Big Beautiful Bill”
President Trump’s sweeping new legislative package — dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill” — brings major policy shifts that will directly impact auto dealerships across the country. The bill includes provisions that could both stimulate and suppress different segments of the auto market. Here’s what dealers need to know: Auto Loan Interest Deduction: A New […]
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