The Issues That Matter Most to Your Dealership

Dealer issues are changing fast, and some of the most expensive problems can start with something that seems routine: a price posted online, a payroll schedule, an OSHA inspection, missing tax documentation or an OEM request for access to customer data.

At GNYADA’s Regional Dealer Meetings on October 7 and 8, industry experts will focus on the issues that could have a direct impact on your dealership, your employees and your bottom line.

In one morning, you’ll learn:

• Advertising & Pricing: Which pricing practices, fees, rebates and disclosures are drawing regulatory scrutiny, and what to review before an ad or price quote goes out.
• OSHA: What an inspector may look for in your service department, from Hazard Communication requirements and safety records to lifts, PPE, spills and battery-charging areas.
• Employment: How New York’s weekly-pay requirements, protected time off rules and the growing use of AI in employment decisions can create costly claims.
• Taxes & Audits: Where dealerships can run into trouble with sales tax documentation, rebates, trade-ins, demonstrators, loaners and recordkeeping.
• OEM & Franchise Issues: How to protect your dealership when dealing with facility demands, performance standards, allocation, incentives, warranty audits and manufacturer access to DMS and customer data.
• New York Legislation: What came out of the 2026 legislative session, what’s still pending and what dealers should be watching heading into 2027.

These aren't theoretical issues. They affect day-to-day dealership decisions and can carry real financial, legal, and operational consequences.

Who Should Attend:

Bring the members of your management team who deal with these issues every day. Dealer principals, GMs, controllers, HR and compliance professionals, service managers, and other key managers can all benefit from the discussion.

Speakers:

James McGrath - Bond, Schoeneck & King PLLC

Craig Todderud - Citrin Cooperman

Doug Clark - Shenker Russo & Clark LLP

Steve Rosenblatt - RVMF CPAs

Lauren Bailey - ComplyAuto

Jason Allen* - Bass Sox Mercer

Kevin Timson - ArentFox Schiff LLP (Westchester)

Charles Gallaer - ArentFox Schiff LLP (Long Island)

*Jason Allen will only be attending the 10/7 meeting in Westchester.