Show Notes
NADA President & CEO Mike Stanton discusses dealer sentiment around affordability concerns, NADA's work to strengthen the dealer environment, key public policy initiatives and strengthening the franchise system.
In this episode you’ll hear: The pulse on dealer economic concerns How NADA is addressing technician shortages and training Protecting dealers and remaining compliant with Artificial Intelligence
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Episode Breakdown 0:00 - How are dealers feeling this year? 3:42 - Franchise laws are evolving 10:17 - Effects of dealer consolidation 13:17 - How do you pronounce NADA? 13:52 - Addressing technician shortages and training 16:04 - What Mike is excited for this year 16:42 - Protecting Dealers and remaining compliant with AI
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