DEALER OPERATOR PRE-LICENSING COURSE
Interested in becoming a licensed independent dealer? VIADA administers the course for the MVDB. The dealer-operator of any new independent motor vehicle dealership is required to successfully complete a course of study before they are permitted to take the Independent Dealer-Operator Qualification Test at a DMV Customer Service Center. “Grandfathered” dealer-operators, title clerks and salespersons are also encouraged to take the course as regulations change regularly and the course has the most up-to-date information a prospective dealer-operator needs to know.
The Virginia Independent Automobile Dealers Association (VIADA) presents the two-day course at locations throughout the state and is taught by former dealers who have over 40+ years of experience combined.
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The elephant in the room: Has the recent run-up of used-vehicle prices set the market up for a crash in 2022?
No, Used-Vehicle Values Are Not Going to Crash - Cox Automotive Inc.
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Our team held the quarterly Manheim Used Vehicle Value Index call last week. We reviewed the used-vehicle market performance through the final quarter of 2021 and provided our forward-looking view of ...Used cars, housing, and clothing costs jump as inflation hits 40-year high of 7%
Used cars, housing and clothing costs jump as inflation hits 40-year high of 7%
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The Consumer Price Index climbed to 7% in December, with monthly surges in the cost of used vehicles, housing, apparel and home good contributing to the jump.What is the “new normal” anyways?
What is the “new normal” anyways? – Dashboard by NIADA
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Upon reading an article in Auto Finance News titled Inside Dealers’ New Normal, which was based on an interview with Rick Ricart, the Dealer Principal for theA Closer Look At The Used Car Bubble Of 2021
A Closer Look At The Used Car Bubble Of 2021
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In the coming years, used car prices could reach unprecedented highs. Here is what to expect, and the best ways to get in on the action.Ford recalls nearly 185,000 F-150s for driveshaft fracture hazard:
Ford recalls nearly 185,000 F-150s for driveshaft fracture hazard
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Ford Motor Co. is recalling 184,698 F-150 vehicles from the 2021 and 2022 model years because the driveshaft, which transfers torque to other parts of the vehicle, may become fractured. In a safety re...12 Auto Industry Expert Predictions for 2022
12 Auto Industry Expert Predictions for 2022
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Experts from Bring a Trailer, J.D. Power, IHS Markit, SEMA and CoPilot make predictions for what's ahead in 2022.VIADA would like to thank DMV Commissioner Holcomb for his years of service to the Commonwealth of Virginia and congratulate him on a well earned retirement.
Rick Holcomb to retire after 19 years in two stints as DMV commissioner
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Rick Holcomb will retire as commissioner of the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, 28 years after he first took the job under then-Gov. George Allen.Good advice… Stay Safe VA - VIADA will be opening at 10:30 am today.Roads, sidewalks and walkways are slick. Use caution and walk like a penguin! 🐧 #Cfield
Light-vehicle sales will increase by a modest 4.8% in 2021 to 15.3 million units, a level that is 1.3 million below what current economic conditions would support.
2021: Rollercoaster Ride Ends Poorly
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Light-vehicle sales will increase by a modest 4.8% in 2021 to 15.3 million units, a level that is 1.3 million below what current economic conditions would support.Is this low-inventory, low-incentive market the new norm going forward? Will a build-to-order model arise from the current situation?
Strategic Inventory Management a Must in Low-Inventory Market - Cox Automotive Inc.
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November new-vehicle sales are forecast by our team to be modestly better than October, but down significantly from November 2020 and well off the 16-to-17 million sales pace the industry enjoyed prio...While visiting dealers in Virginia Beach before the Holidays I stopped by Joel’s Auto Wholesale, a long time member of VIADA. A big thanks to the staff for the warm welcome and keep collecting those VIADA stickers, 2022’s are coming out soon.
Fifteen strong years, having the right team on your side is key!
Now they just need ComSoft 😜
Senior Director of Cox Automotive discusses inventory and his predictions for 2022.
Cox Automotive's Brian Finkelmeyer shares his 2022 outlook on EVs, used car values, and more
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Brian Finkelmeyer of Cox Automotive, joins us to discuss inventory, EV makers, and we’ll also get his predictions for 2022.
Happy Holidays!!
VIADA wishes you all a happy, and safe holiday weekend!
The office will be closed tomorrow Friday, December 24th, Monday December 27th, and Friday December 31st.
Please send us an email if you have any questions in the meantime.
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ATTN Members and Non-Members:
Starting Thursday, January 6th 2021 VIADA will be at Manheim Fredericksburg Auto Auction on the first Thursday of EVERY month for you to buy forms, and supplies!
If you're in the area make sure you pop in to see us, buy forms, or chat with us!
Remember you can check out our latest events at viada.org!
Will you be in Harrisonburg anytime soon?
How To Create More Efficiency In Your Advertising Strategy
How To Create More Efficiency In Your Advertising Strategy
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While a showroom may be full of shoppers and potential leads, dealers shouldn’t cast their advertising to the side. The market for consumers is ever evolving in not only issues but in competition. I...Fraud Against Car Dealers Has Never Been More Prevalent
Fraud Against Car Dealers Has Never Been More Prevalent
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These scams and schemes could impact any dealership’s profits and put their reputations with lenders on the line.How Chip Shortage Impacts Car Buyer Behavior
How Chip Shortage Impacts Car Buyer Behavior
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The chip shortage has had major impacts on the automotive inventory, but just how disruptive to car buyer behavior? Consumer research compares shoppers’ attitudes when impacts were first realized to...
