Recent News is a summary of news items about franchise dealerships in Minnesota. Information, news, specialized advice and timely updates are the main benefits for many members of MADA.
Governor Walz has officially signed off on adoption of California's low emission and zero emission vehicle standards, effective on January 1, 2024 for model year 2025 vehicles.
Statement from MADA President Scott Lambert on ALJ Ruling We are not surprised by the Administrative Law Judge’s ruling today. With over 22,000 Minnesotans voicing their opposition, we still maintain that the Minnesota...
With a growing number of unhappy customers seeking replacements for their stolen catalytic convertors, the Minnesota Auto Dealers Association (MADA) is issuing a warning to consumers about replacing the devices and gives a few tips on preventative measures.
Today, the Minnesota Automobile Dealers Association (MADA) filed a lawsuit in Federal District Court alleging Minnesota lacks the authority under the Federal Clean Air Act to regulate motor vehicle emissions and is preempted under federal law from moving forward with its rules to adopt California vehicle emissions standards.
General Motors (GM) is requiring all dealers to obtain signed customer disclosures on certain sales and service transactions. Specifically, sales customers must sign and acknowledge when they are sold a “Non-GM Service Contract.” Service, and potentially sales, customers must sign and acknowledge when “Non-GM Parts and Accessories” are used or installed on service or sales vehicles.