DECEMBER 14, 2010

IN THIS ISSUE

DEALER NEWS & INFORMATION

– Auto Industry News at a Glance

REGULATORY & LEGAL UPDATES

– REMINDER: Model Privacy Notices & Risk Based Pricing Notices - BOTH EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2011

– 2011 Fuel Economy Guides

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

– Speaker-Designee Frank McNulty, R-Highlands Ranch, Announces Committee Assignments For the New House Majority

– Grassroots Meeting

– Dinner With Colorado's Republican Congressional Delegation in Washington DC

UPCOMING SEMINARS

– Upcoming Seminars

– Using Microsoft Outlook 2003 Effectively

– Using Microsoft Outlook 2003 Effectively

– Webinar: How to Stop Losing Service Work Due to Price Comparisons

CALENDAR OF EVENTS
– Upcoming Events

– CADA Office Holiday Hours

– 2011 Digital Marketing Strategies Conference

– NADA Convention and Expo

– Denver Auto Show

DEALER MILESTONES,
HIGHLIGHTS & TRANSITIONS

–Share Your Accomplishmens

THE AFTERFACT

–All the News That's Fit to Email!

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AUTO INDUSTRY NEWS AT A GLANCE

Listed here are several articles pertaining to the
auto industry in general that appeared recently in newspapers and other media outlets across the nation.

REMINDER: MODEL PRIVACY NOTICES & RISK BASED PRICING NOTICES - BOTH EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2011

A reminder that Privacy Notice forms change January 1, 2011 so that only the new model forms will provide the ‘safe harbor’ protection under federal law.  Dealerships need to ensure existing forms are modified accordingly.  CADA can print these forms for dealerships – contact us if you are interested in ordering. 

The Risk Based Pricing Notice new requirement also takes effect January 1, 2011.   To meet the new requirement, most dealerships will be providing an Exception notice to all consumers who apply for credit.  Typically credit bureaus and related companies that handle credit applications will be providing these notices to dealerships for no charge; you should check with your vendors.  If needed, CADA can also print these customized form for you as well.    

Visit the prior Open Road articles below for more information on each topic:

Model Privacy Notice: New Agency-Provided Forms Offer Safe Harbor, (November 16, 2010)

Risk Based Pricing to Consumers - New Federal Mandate Affecting Dealers Starts January 1, 2011, (September 14, 2010)

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2011 FUEL ECONOMY GUIDES

The U.S. Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency have released the 2011 Fuel Economy Guide. The guide provides detailed fuel economy numbers for MY 2011light-duty vehicles, along with estimated annual fuel costs and other information for prospective purchasers. Dealers must display a copy of the guide and provide copies to customers upon request.  There are a number of options available for dealers to comply:

• EPA/DOE is electronically distributing the guide to dealers for printing as needed.

• Dealers can download the guide, save it, and print it as necessary.

• Dealers can order hard copies of the guide by clicking here, by calling DOE’s Information Center at 877.337.3463 between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. EDT, or by using a form to order copies by mail. Hard copies will be mailed, free of charge, in December 2010.

Click here for an EPA/DOE letter detailing how to make the guide available to customers.

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If you have questions on any legal or regulatory topic, please contact:

• Tammi McCoy, Vice Pres., tammi.mccoy@coloradodealers.org, 303.282.1449
• Tim Jackson, President, tim.jackson@coloradodealers.org, 303.282.1448

DISCLAIMER: CADA is not authorized to dispense legal advice.The information contained in this weekly email is intended to provide important updates and reminders regarding statutes, litigation, and regulations. CADA always advises that dealers should consult legal counsel on the specifics of any laws or regulations to ensure proper compliance

SPEAKER-DESIGNEE FRANK MCNULTY, R-HIGHLANDS RANCH, ANNOUNCES COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS FOR THE NEW HOUSE MAJORITY

“With job creation and helping along our economic recovery as the top priorities of the House of Representatives this year, these committee structures capitalize on the strengths and breadth of experience of the House Republicans,” McNulty said. “With so many talented new and returning members, these teams will work together and across the aisle to tackle the issues that are important to all of Colorado.”

The House Republican committee assignments are as follows:

House Agriculture, Livestock, and Natural Resources Committee
Chair, Rep. Jerry Sonnenberg, R-Sterling
Vice Chair, Rep. Randy Baumgardner, R-Hot Sulphur Springs
Rep. Marsha Looper, R-Calhan
Rep. Glenn Vaad, R-Mead
Rep.-elect J. Paul Brown, R-Ignacio
Rep.-elect Don Coram, R-Montrose
Rep.-elect Ray Scott, R-Grand Junction

House Appropriations Committee
Chair, Rep. Cheri Gerou, R-Evergreen
Vice Chair Rep.-elect Jon Becker, R-Fort Morgan
Rep. Brian DelGrosso, R-Loveland
Rep. Bob Gardner, R-Colorado Springs
Rep. Marsha Looper, R-Calhan
Rep. Jerry Sonnenberg, R-Sterling
Rep. Glenn Vaad, R-Mead

House Economic and Business Development Committee
Chair, Rep. Larry Liston, R-Colorado Springs
Vice Chair, Rep. Spencer Swalm, R-Centennial
Rep. David Balmer, R-Centennial
Rep. Kevin Priola, R-Henderson
Rep.-elect Chris Holbert, R-Parker
Rep.-elect Keith Swerdfeger, R-Pueblo West
Rep.-elect Libby Szabo, R-Arvada

House Education Committee
Chair, Rep. Tom Massey, R-Poncha Springs
Vice Chair, Rep.-elect Don Beezley, R-Broomfield
Rep. Carole Murray, R-Castle Rock
Rep. Ken Summers, R-Lakewood
Rep.-elect Chris Holbert, R-Parker
Rep.-elect Janak Joshi, R-Colorado Springs
Rep.-elect Robert Ramirez, R-Westminster

House Finance Committee
Chair, Rep. Brian DelGrosso, R-Loveland
Vice Chair, Rep.-elect Keith Swerdfeger, R-Pueblo West
Rep. Cindy Acree, R-Aurora
Rep. Spencer Swalm, R-Centennial
Rep.-elect Don Beezley, R-Broomfield
Rep.-elect Kathleen Conti, R-Littleton
Rep.-elect Janak Joshi, R-Colorado Springs

House Health and Environment Committee
Chair, Rep. Ken Summers, R-Lakewood
Vice Chair, Rep. Cindy Acree, R-Aurora
Rep. Laura Bradford, R-Collbran
Rep. Jim Kerr, R-Littleton
Rep. Tom Massey, R-Poncha Springs
Rep.-elect J. Paul Brown, R-Ignacio
Rep.-elect Janak Joshi, R-Colorado Springs

House Judiciary Committee
Chair, Rep. Bob Gardner, R-Colorado Springs
Vice Chair, Rep.-elect Mark Barker, R-Colorado Springs
Rep. Brian DelGrosso, R-Loveland
Rep. B.J. Nikkel, R-Loveland
Rep. Jerry Sonnenberg, R-Sterling
Rep. Mark Waller, R-Colorado Springs

House Local Government Committee
Chair, Rep. Laura Bradford, R-Collbran
Vice Chair, Rep.-elect Libby Szabo, R-Arvada
Rep. David Balmer, R-Centennial
Rep. Bob Gardner, R-Colorado Springs
Rep.-elect Kathleen Conti, R-Littleton
Rep.-elect Keith Swerdfeger, R-Pueblo West

House State, Veterans, and Military Affairs Committee
Chair, Rep. Jim Kerr, R-Littleton
Vice Chair, Rep.-elect Don Coram, R-Montrose
Rep. Randy Baumgardner, R-Hot Sulphur Springs
Rep. Larry Liston, R-Colorado Springs
Rep. Mark Waller, R-Colorado Springs

House Transportation Committee
Chair, Rep. Glenn Vaad, R-Mead
Vice Chair, State Rep. Marsha Looper, R-Calhan
Rep. Kevin Priola, R-Henderson
Rep.-elect Mark Barker, R-Colorado Springs
Rep.-elect J. Paul Brown, R-Ignacio
Rep.-elect Robert Ramirez, R-Westminster
Rep.-elect Ray Scott, R-Grand Junction

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GRASSROOTS MEETING

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DINNER WITH COLORADO'S REPUBLICAN CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION IN WASHINGTON DC

Please join CADA for a very exclusive and private dinner with Colorado’s Republican caucus at the Occidental Grille on Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington DC at 7:00 p.m on the evening of January 4, 2011.  This private dealer-only dinner will be attended by Congressman Doug Lamborn, Congressman Mike Coffman, Congressman-Elect Scott Tipton, and Congressman-Elect Cory Gardner.  This dinner is open to all Colorado dealers and their spouses and please note that it is not a fundraiser.  This will be an excellent opportunity for dealers to spend quality time with Colorado’s Republican delegation to discuss issues of importance to Colorado’s dealer body.  CADA will cover the cost of the dinner, but all dealers must cover their own air fare and hotel accommodations.  Space is limited, so to RSVP, please contact Lauren Stadler at Lauren.stadler@coloradodealers.org by Friday, December 31, 2010.

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Questions or Comments?  Please contact:

• Melissa Kuipers – VP of Government Relations and Communications
  melissa.kuipers@coloradodealers.org, 303.457.5115
• Tim Jackson, President, tim.jackson@coloradodealers.org, 303.282.1448   

USING MICROSOFT OUTLOOK 2003 EFFECTIVELY

Discover little-known tips and tricks for managing your
workflow effectively!

Who should attend?
  Dealer principals, general managers and senior dealership staff

Do you have a hard time keeping up with the volume of email you receive daily? Would you like to better coordinate priorities for your management and sales teams to ensure administrative work is done quickly and efficiently, even while allowing more time for increased performance?  If so, this workshop is for you.

Laura Stack, President of the Productivity Pro, a Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, will provide you with the tools to effectively increase your workflow processes.

CLICK HERE to register online!

CLICK HERE for more info.!

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USING MICROSOFT OUTLOOK 2007 EFFECTIVELY

Discover little-known tips and tricks for managing your
workflow effectively!

Who should attend?
  Dealer principals, general managers and senior dealership staff

Do you have a hard time keeping up with the volume of email you receive daily? Would you like to better coordinate priorities for your management and sales teams to ensure administrative work is done quickly and efficiently, even while allowing more time for increased performance?  If so, this workshop is for you.

Laura Stack, President of the Productivity Pro, a Microsoft Certified Application Specialist, will provide you with the tools to effectively increase your workflow processes.

CLICK HERE to register online!

CLICK HERE for more info.!

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TO REGISTER ONLINE FOR ANY CADA SEMINAR OR EVENT, PLEASE VISIT: www.coloradodealers.org/registration

If you have a particular area of interest or would like to suggest a training seminar topic, please contact Lauren Stadler at 303.457.5123 or lauren.stadler@coloradodealers.org

As car dealers our visions are always beyond the present and embedded in the future. With new car sales on the rise and crippling legislation prevented, we, as dealers can certainly see a Bright Future Ahead!

To learn more about this Future and to explore all the possibilities it can contain, be sure to attend this year’s NADA Convention and Expo in San Francisco. We have so much in store for you! To name a few things headed your way:

• New on Friday night!  A NADA welcome reception co-sponsored by JD Power and Associates
• One stop registration and housing online with immediate confirmation!
• A compact 3 day Convention that wraps up on Monday at 5:00
• New workshops by Google, Ritz Carlton and JD Powers!
• General Sessions to be held on the third level in Moscone West, eliminating the busing to Civic Auditorium
• Advance registration open right up to Friday!
• Early Bird discounted registration fees
• New ID card scanners to replace the expo cards
• Optional badge mailing to your home enabling streamlined credential pickup.

Visit www.nadaconventionandexpo.com for more details!

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