Pub. 3 2023 Issue 3

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We all know someone who waited until the last minute to get a service they needed: car insurance, that warrantee on their largest appliance or a list of valuable items they would like insured in their home. And what did they wait for? A car crash, a fridge malfunction or a flood. Well, we feel

The Importance of Professionalism in Family‑Owned Auto Dealerships In the current corporate landscape, family-owned enterprises are facing challenges as they vie for success against bigger conglomerates and nationally recognized brands. In the automotive industry, where consolidation is prevalent, family-owned dealerships are under significant strain to keep pace with their larger counterparts and stay relevant. One

Compared to this time last year, inventory levels continue to improve. But we’re still not back to the number of available new and used vehicles pre-pandemic. Thankfully, there are always new tactics you can implement to help to improve your dealership’s ability to acquire the right vehicles, at the right price. Here are seven that

Federal immigration officials just made critical changes to modernize the I-9 employment verification process. The new Form I-9 was made available for employers to use beginning August 1, and all employers must use the new form by November 1. Here are best practices for compliance, given the new rules soon in effect. DHS Makes Changes

In business, as in life, there are some things you can control and others you can’t. However, there are many controllable aspects of your dealership. For example, you can control how you spend your time, allocate your resources, respond to challenges and obstacles, and the suppliers you choose as partners to propel your success. Cycles

Thanks to everyone who came out for our Annual KADA Golf Tournament! We had a blast on the green with our dealer members and vendor partners! Congratulations to all the winners! 1st Place Shawn ParkerBob BarnardAustin NapierPreston Watkins 2nd Place George HernandezMichael CrouseJim CullenMark Johnson Closest to the Pin Matt Mutchler Longest Drive Shane Bigelow

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Dear Kentucky dealers, With a tight Governor’s race ahead, it is more important than ever that we are active and engaged. We’ve had much success over this last General Session, enacting policy that further strengthens and protects franchise dealers’ rights. We were able to ensure that manufacturer direct sales are prohibited, retail reservations must be

Joe Cummins Chairman Don Franklin Auto Group David Moore Chair Elect Moore Ford Chrysler Center Rob Marshall Vice Chair Marshall Auto Group Ray Cottrell, Jr. Treasurer Ray’s Ford Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Nancy Sparks Past Chair Kerry Automotive Group Kim Huffman Past Chair Neil Huffman Auto Group Carl Swope Past Chair Swope Family of Dealerships

Dear Kentucky dealers, The past couple of months have been busy with meetings, events and preparing for the coming year. Recently, I joined dealer association leaders across the nation at the Capitol for the annual NADA Washington Conference. We spent time meeting with Kentucky legislators or members of their office to discuss key federal issues