TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%
TSLA360.590-20.67001%
GM72.540-2.5%
F11.590-0.09%
RIVN15.4000.46%
CYD39.410-0.08%
HMC24.150-0.16%
TM207.010-2.66%
CVNA313.5481.45799%
PAG149.3400.18%
LAD251.8201%
AN197.680-0.29%
GPI329.450-1.34%
ABG194.7600.73%
SAH64.870-0.38%


Safety & Compliance

NHTSA weighs U.S. ban on defective Chinese airbag components

NHTSA weighs U.S. ban on defective Chinese airbag components

- April 3, 2026
On the Dash: For dealers, verify repair histories on used inventory, especially vehicles with airbag deployments since 2020 Avoid sourcing aftermarket safety components from unverified suppliers or secondary markets Advise...
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NTSB faults Ford BlueCruise after two fatal crashes, calls for stricter oversight

NTSB faults Ford BlueCruise after two fatal crashes, calls for stricter oversight

- April 1, 2026
On the Dash: Safety concerns about BlueCruise could erode consumer confidence in Ford’s advanced driver assistance systems. Ongoing federal investigations and potential new regulations may affect future vehicle features and...
Safety & Compliance Articles
Jim Ganther breaks down new FTC dealer guidance on pricing and ads

Jim Ganther breaks down new FTC dealer guidance on pricing and ads

- March 31, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sent warning letters to 97 dealer groups representing more than 500 dealership locations in March, putting the automotive industry on notice about compliance with advertising...
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EFG Companies compliance experts reveal six priority issues for dealers this year

EFG Companies compliance experts reveal six priority issues for dealers this year

- March 27, 2026
DALLAS, TX (March 26, 2026) EFG Companies reports that retail automotive dealer principals must prioritize six compliance issues in 2026 to avoid the potential of profit-killing fines and legal fees....
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FTC signals tougher enforcement on dealer advertising as compliance risks rise – Seth Dobbs | Fox Rothschild

FTC signals tougher enforcement on dealer advertising as compliance risks rise – Seth Dobbs | Fox Rothschild

- March 25, 2026
Dealers nationwide are facing amplified scrutiny from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) after the agency sent nearly 100 warning letters to dealerships, signaling a shift toward more aggressive enforcement of...
Safety & Compliance Inside Automotive
IIHS 2026 safety awards name 63 winners,

IIHS 2026 safety awards name 63 winners, but minivans don’t make the cut

- March 25, 2026
On the Dash: Families seeking maximum safety may consider three-row SUVs or family-friendly electric SUVs, as no minivans earned awards in 2026. Budget-conscious buyers can access more than a dozen...
Safety & Compliance Articles
How McCarthy Auto Group builds trust through compliance culture

How McCarthy Auto Group builds trust through compliance culture

- March 25, 2026
Mikelle Barnhart, compliance officer for the McCarthy Auto Group in Missouri and Kansas, has found that making compliance a collaborative, engaging experience can significantly improve dealership performance. Barnahrt joins Shannon Roberts...
Safety & Compliance Compliance That Works
NTSB to hold hearing on fatal Ford BlueCruise crashes

NTSB to hold hearing on fatal Ford BlueCruise crashes

- March 12, 2026
On the Dash: Federal regulators continue to closely examine advanced driver assistance systems, including hands-free features such as BlueCruise. Ongoing investigations could lead to new safety recommendations or regulatory changes...
Safety & Compliance Articles

AFIP’s Shannon Robertson shares must-know compliance strategies for dealerships

- February 16, 2026
Compliance is a critical yet often overlooked area in dealership operations. Ignoring it can lead to fines, legal issues and lost business, especially as dealerships increasingly handle digital transactions and...
Safety & Compliance Inside Automotive
Catalytic converter theft, PART Act

Catalytic converter theft drives bipartisan push for federal PART Act – Greg York & Charlie Dyjak

- February 4, 2026
Catalytic converter theft remains a costly and disruptive problem for dealerships and consumers nationwide, prompting renewed bipartisan momentum behind the federal PART Act, which would establish traceability requirements, strengthen penalties,...
Safety & Compliance Inside Automotive


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