While the road less traveled may not be the quickest path to our metaphorical destination, in the compliance world, both the destination and all other...

Businesses involved in the automotive industry are realizing there is no single-source tactic to fraud prevention and are taking important steps to cover...

The proposed strategy includes building 500,000 charging stations for electric vehicles across the country and lowering the cost of electric cars.

Some say the grants will provide a needed boost to EV adoption while others warn it will fail as previous policies did during the Obama Administration.

President Biden signed into law a nearly $1 trillion infrastructure bill to repair the nation’s aging roads and bridges, upgrade the electrical grid, and...

The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected Volkswagen AG's appeal to avoid lawsuits seeking damages over the automaker's alleged diesel emissions tampering.

By providing certification, regular video updates and an annual recertification exam, the ACE Safeguards Specialist Certification Program is intended to...

CDK Global inaugural Dealership Cybersecurity Report detects gaps in data protection plans.

Industry analysts suggest it could cost dealers hundreds of thousands annually to comply with the new rules.

Presented by F&I and Showroom magazine and sponsored by Spectrum Automotive Holdings, the annual awards program recognizes dealerships with highly...

Agency updates Safeguards Rule to better protect the American public from breaches and cyberattacks that lead to identity theft and other financial losses.

Mexico’s auto sector has criticized the move, saying it allows "car smuggling."

Automakers remain divided over the larger tax credit for EVs built in Union shops and other measures in the green energy plan.

This less expensive and safer battery technology will lower the prices of EVs and make them more accessible to price-conscious consumers and...

The U.S. Senate passed a $1 trillion infrastructure bill on a bipartisan 69-30 vote. The vote came after months of negotiations and debate.

Most people are drawn to a lease because of the options they have at the end of the lease. But leasing does involve some obligations. F&I trainer John Tabar...

Implementing pricing guidelines is not a guarantee that the regulators will stay away, but properly implemented and managed, it should provide a plausible...

We all know that terminating an employee may lead to a charge of discrimination. But it can happen at the other end of the employment lifecycle, too – the...

The documents that dealers use every day can be a danger that can be triggered by various contingencies.

Leading business analytics companies combine strengths to help customers empower risk decisions.

Expanded learning management system aims to strengthen compliance and improve employee retention.

The CFPB recently provided directions to the CEEA that will ensure consumer voices are heard throughout, and at every level, of the Bureau – from...

If dealers observe a modicum of compliance protocols, they can contain almost all regulatory perils. Dealers and their trade organizations are a formidable...

Don’t spot deliver a car unless you’ve considered all the signs of potential fraud.

I propose that your F&I and sales disclosure compliance models mirror the sales and F&I processes at dealerships in California — what is required by statute...

Many scenarios exist where employees can leave an employer owing the dealership money. The likelihood of your being able to recover money for these purposes...

Online training and certifications keep ‘the sword sharp’ and energize teams  amidst the pandemic.

We live in an ‘Age of Compliance Awareness’ and someone is always watching. We should care about what they see.

The settlement makes clear that USEA does not admit to any of the CFPB’s allegations.

SMART has completed a 4 year investigation with the CFPB.

On June 29, the United States Supreme Court ruled that the structure of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau was unconstitutional. A compliance expert...

The TCPA has been around for more than 25 years but remains one of the most litigated consumer protection statutes. By having proper compliance in place,...

The presidential election cycle will create unique concerns for dealerships dealing with employees who wish to discuss politics at work, especially given...

As car shoppers enter their personal information in web forms in search of the best offer, it’s important for dealers to have clear guidelines on data they...

Creating an environment for contactless transactions expedites the current game of catch-up the industry faces and brings a new level of ease and simplicity...

The multi-point program includes real-time call and repair order monitoring and auditing, in-depth training, proprietary claims system lockdown protocol,...

The coronavirus appears to be driving the automotive industry to selling vehicles remotely, a radical departure from the traditional dealer model. By...

Buying behaviors may change for a growing number of potential car shoppers, many who have lost jobs or been furloughed due to the economic fallout of the...

The Department of the Treasury issued guidance on the Aug. 8, 2020 Presidential Executive Order that defers an employer’s obligation to withhold, deposit,...

Remote online notarization to streamline touchless purchase of vehicles and more.

Virus or no virus, the law is still going to change and mandate new responsibilities for you and your business. Here are five recent legal developments that...

Claims adjuster shares a true story of unintentional deceit and offers a warning of an issue that happens in dealerships across the country.

As rules and regulations evolve, so must your employee handbook. Here is the basis for updating your dealership’s handbook today.

There is an increasing number of car thieves using identity theft to steal vehicles. And rather than going after cars on the street, they’re targeting dealers.

On Monday, The Supreme Court ruled that the structure of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is unconstitutional.

While the processes necessary to complete digital remote deliveries have been available for a while, dealers were slowly transitioning from paper-driven to...

Independent Dealer’s Guide outlines changes and best practices for operating through the pandemic.

As COVID-19 has lead to more vehicles being financed and purchased online, the ability of the F&I department to sift out synthetic fraud will be...

New platform is a free tool for auto repair services to share their compliance with COVID-19 safety standards.

Recall Masters, Inc. announced the launch of a special COVID-19 Response Kit at no cost for its auto dealer clients.