There are hundreds of ways for car dealers to get ahead of the game, and one of those ways is running a sweepstakes. In this article, we discuss what a sweepstakes is and how to ensure it is legally executed. If you are more of an audio/visual [...]
If you own a dealership or if you are a vehicle owner yourself, chances are you have heard of emissions testing. This article outlines emissions laws in Georgia, issues that can arise if these laws are neglected, and best practices to protect [...]
In the auto industry, the "reasonable person" standard is critical and can determine whether a car dealer is met with praise or legal headaches. Having a Policies and Procedures handbook can help avoid said legal headaches, but there are a few [...]
Ever have an employee make an agreement with or offer a deal to a customer that they did not actually have the authority to execute? It is frustrating and can cause some tension, but the good news is that such scenarios are preventable. In this [...]
When it comes to standard sales agreements, every car dealership (or business for that matter) should consider incorporating a merger clause. Doing so will protect you as the dealer or the contracting party. In this article, you'll learn what a [...]
The difference between sales puffery and material representation could be the difference that determines whether you get sued or not for something said during the sales process. It really is a case-by-case issue, but there is a big difference [...]
When a customer comes into a dealership to take a look at a car, they will ask to have the vehicle inspected by an independent mechanic. While the dealer does have the option to reject that request, it's generally a good practice to allow customers [...]
Just as we try on clothes to ensure they are the right fit before we buy them, vehicles are no different. The majority of customers in the market for a new car want to take a prospect for a test drive, and allowing customers to do so builds trust [...]
Sometimes after selling a car to a customer, the vehicle needs to undergo an unforeseeable repair. To gain trust and build a relationship with the customer, your dealership offers a loaner so the customer is not without a vehicle while your complete [...]
Temporary tags and dealer tags are two very different things and understanding the difference is key as a car dealer. A world of restrictions come with dealer tags and knowing the risks associated with using them incorrectly can save car dealers [...]
