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JANUARY 31, 2012
IN THIS ISSUE
 DEALER NEWS & INFORMATION
– Auto Industry News at a Glance
NADA / ATD CONVENTION
– Colorado and Utah Dealer Breakfast
– Super Bowl Party Hosted by CADA
REGULATORY & LEGAL UPDATES
– Labor Department - Unemployment Insurance Updates
– NADA Reminds Dealers to Protect Their Data
UPCOMING SEMINARS
– Innovative Dealer Summit
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
– Upcoming Events
– 2012 NADA and ATD Convention & Expo
– Colorado and Utah Dealer Breakfast
– Denver Auto Show
DEALER MILESTONES,
HIGHLIGHTS & TRANSITIONS
–Share Your Accomplishmens
THE AFTERFACT
–All the News That's Fit to Email!
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 CADA Open Road is now beginning its sixth year of service, providing uninterrupted weekly news and information for Colorado automotive professionals to better compete in our industry, since January 3, 2007.
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.
- Colorado new-car registrations up 15.5% in 2011
Dever Business Journal, January 30
"These numbers are huge," Tim Jackson, CADA's president, said in a statement.
- Colorado new car sales finish year strong
KUSA 9 News, January 30
The head of California's air quality board on Thursday called proposed rules that would require automakers to build less-polluting cars and trucks by 2025 a historic move for a cleaner environment.
- Last year new car and light truck registrations in Colorado increased 15.5 percent
The Denver Post, January 30
New car and light truck registration in Colorado finished 2011 with three strong upward trends, the Colorado Automobile Dealers Association said today.
- Colorado New Car Sales Finish Year Strong
CBS Denver, January 30
Colorado car and truck dealers are encouraged after new car and light truck registrations in Colorado finished 2011 with strong sales.
- New car sales finish year strong in Colorado
Colorado Springs Gazette, January 30
In this Jan. 10 file photo, new cars were being unloaded in Colorado Springs' Motor City.
- Car, truck registrations up statewide
Northern Colorado Business Report, January 30
New car and light-truck registrations increased by 15.5 percent in Colorado from 2010 to 2011, according to new data from the Colorado Automotive Dealers Association.
- Colorado New Car Sales Finish Year Strong
KMGH Denver Channal 7, January 30
A report by the Colorado Automobile Dealers Association said Monday that people went on a holiday spree in December, with new registrations up 25 percent over the previous year.
- Colorado new car sales finish year strong
Boston Globe, January 30
Colorado car and truck dealers are encouraged after new car and light truck registrations in Colorado finished 2011 with strong sales.
- Local Auto Industry Bouncing Back
KJCT 8 Grand Junction, January 30
Colorado’s auto industry is bouncing back. Sales for 2011 are higher than they've been since the downturn.
- Fiat-Chrysler in talks to produce Jeeps in China
The Detroit News, January 26
The Fiat-Chrysler group is in intense negotiations with the Guangzhou Automobile Group on a possible joint venture to produce Jeeps in China, for the Chinese market.
- Ghosn sees record auto sales year
Detroit Free Press, January 26
Carlos Ghosn, CEO of Nissan and Renault, said he expects this to be a record year for the automotive industry.
- Auto Makers' New Math Drives Net
The Wall Street Journal, January 27
Car makers and auto dealers are now selling significantly fewer vehicles than they did four or five years ago, yet the industry is brimming with profits.
- New-car leasing grows in better economy with improved access to credit
Tim W Jackson, Wordpress Blog
See more at http://timwjackson.wordpress.com
- Departing Ford exec led auto changes
Detroit News, Autos Insider
See more at www.autosinsider.com
- Genie in a Bottle? Testing a Headlight-Lens Defogging Solution
The New York Times, Wheels
See more at http://wheels.blogs.nytimes.com
- Anti-diesel prejudice eroding fast in the U.S.
USA Today, DriveOn
See more at http://content.usatoday.com/communities/driveon/index
- Native Knockouts
Los Angeles Times, Autos
See more at http://www.latimes.com/classified/automotive/highway1/
- Chevrolet MyLink Democratizes Infotainment, Coming To 2013 Sonic And Spark
AOL Autos
See more at http://autos.aol.com/
- Mobile Hot Spots: Web Radio, Apps Move to the Dashboard
The Wall Street Journal CARS
See more at http://online.wsj.com/public/page/news-autos-automotive.html
- Budget sports cars through the ages
CNN Money
See more at http://money.cnn.com/autos/
…more news articles are included at the end of this issue.
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LABOR DEPARTMENT - UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE UPDATES
From UI Quarterly News, 4th Quarter 2011
The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, Unemployment Insurance (UI) Program provided some key reminders and updates to employers in their latest newsletter. Typically, these changes are provided directly to employers in account statements and other communications. However, some highlights to bring to your attention are noted below:
- Due Dates – Change from Postmarked to Date Received. A change in regulation means that in order for reports and payments to be timely, ***they must be RECEIVED at the UI office on the date due***. A postmark by that date is no longer sufficient.
- 2012 Rates: The base rate for most employers remains the same. 2012 rates were provided on Unemployment Insurance Rate Notice forms mailed in November. Begin using the 2012 assigned rate with the first quarter 2012 reports due on April 30, 2012. Rates were mailed to each account; if you did not receive this notice, contact the UI office directly – they will need to provide to you directly as specific rates vary by account. 303.318.9100 (Denver-metro area) or 1.800.480.8299 (outside Denver-metro area).
- Independent Contractors: The first item highlighted covers ongoing focus on misclassification of employees as independent contractors. Misclassifying employees as contractors can result in UI back-premiums plus interest.
Employers can also seek advisory opinions if unsure—existing law requires the UI program to provide an opinion when one is requested. CLICK HERE for further information on that process.
Visit the following articles run in prior CADA e-newsletters on this topic:
13-Dec-11 |
Press Release: US Labor Dept., Colorado Dept, of Labor and Employment Partner on Misclassification of Employees as Independent Contractors |
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25-Oct-11 |
Employee vs. Independent Contractor? |
NADA 60-Second Email, 10/21/2011 |
12-Oct-10 |
Employee or Independent Contractor? |
Guest Article By Michael Charapp |
13-Apr-10 |
Independent Contractors: Be Careful of Employee Misclassification |
Guest article: How to Determine Whether a Worker is an Employee or an Independent Contractor, By Michelle R. Magruder, Esq. of Nemechek & Magruder, LLC |
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NADA REMINDS DEALERS TO PROTECT THEIR DATA
Regulatory Affairs has prepared and disseminated to NADA members a Dealer Alert entitled “Are You In Control of Your Data?” This alert, which follows a similar 2005 alert that NADA issued, reminds dealers of the critical importance of knowing who can access data in their DMS, how that data is used, and what federal and state restrictions may apply to such usage. The alert also explains the availability of extensive educational resources on this and other regulatory compliance topics at: www.nadauniversity.com and www.nada.org/regulatoryaffairs.
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If you have questions on any legal or regulatory topic, please contact:
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
INNOVATIVE DEALER SUMMIT
The Innovative Dealer Summit - the definitive management education forum for dealer principals and senior dealer managers, addresses the most pressing sales, profitability, technology, best practices, social media and other emerging issues in dealership operations - will take place on Wednesday, March 21, followed by the Denver Auto Show Charity Preview Party from 4pm to 8pm and Thursday, March 22.
The Innovative Dealer Summit is popular among dealer and industry meetings in that all participant and break-out sessions are conducted during 1-1/2 days and overlays the annual Denver Auto Show.
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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
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2012 NADA & ATD Convention & Expo
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February 3-6, 2012
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Las Vegas, NV
Register Online! |
Colorado and Utah Dealer Breakfast
*Sponsored by Comcast Spotlight
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Sunday, February 5
7:15 am - 9:00 am
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Las Vegas Hilton
Ballroom D
3000 Paradise Road
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Colorado Dealers Click Here: www.coloradodealers.org/registration
Utah Dealers Click Here: gwenn@uada.com |
Denver Auto Show
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March 21-25th, 2012
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Colorado Convention Center |
LET US KNOW ABOUT YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS!
Have you or anyone else at your dealership won an award recently? Have you or your dealership provided any outstanding community service? We want to recognize such accomplishments. Please send us a brief write-up of the award or event along with any other information to milestones@coloradodealers.org. Also include your contact information for further follow-up.
THE AFTERFACT
- GM's Akerson stands firm in Congress' Volt hearings
The Detroit News, January 25
Dan Akerson, the GM chief executive known for being blunt and impatient, made it through his first Capitol Hill testimony Wednesday without a hiccup.
- Video: Matthew Broderick Reprises Ferris Bueller for Honda Super Bowl Commercial
The CMO Site, January 30
Love Ferris Bueller's Day Off? You'll love Honda's upcoming Super Bowl commercial, a tribute to the movie featuring Matthew Broderick driving a Honda CR-V. You can watch the commercial now on YouTube
- More Car Companies Jump Into The Super Bowl (Video/Audio)
CBS Detroit, January 30
Chevy, Honda, Audi and Toyota show off their Super Bowl ads, as more and more auto companies get involved in the big game.
- Policy, green cars take center stage at Washington auto show
Auto Week, January 26
Public policy and the ultimate impact it has on consumers' cars was the hot topic on Thursday at the Washington auto show, as companies vied to show off and explain their latest fuel-efficient technologies under the watchful eyes of regulators and government officials.
- GM defends Volt as Congress asks questions about battery fires
Detroit Free Press, January 26
With newspaper ads, TV spots and its chairman testifying candidly to Congress, General Motors began Wednesday to undo any damage done to the Chevrolet Volt's reputation after battery fires threatened to turn the iconic hybrid car into a political football.
- Volkswagen may bring new VW Microbus to U.S.
The Detroit News, January 26
Volkswagen AG, Europe's biggest carmaker, may bring the new version of its iconic VW Microbus to the U.S. as it aims to boost sales of VWs and Audis to 1 million in the nation by 2018.
- Report: Taxpayers still owed $132.9B from bailout
Detroit Free Press, January 26
A government watchdog says U.S. taxpayers are still owed $132.9 billion that companies haven’t repaid from the financial bailout, and some of that will never be recovered.
- Calif. poised to vote on new 'clean car' regulations
The Detroit News, January 26
The head of California's air quality board on Thursday called proposed rules that would require automakers to build less-polluting cars and trucks by 2025 a historic move for a cleaner environment.
- Chevy Volt caught in Washington's crossfire
MSNBC, January 24
The Chevy Volt became a political punching bag on Wednesday, with Republicans accusing the Obama administration of hiding fire risks from the public, and General Motors saying its signature electric vehicle unfairly got caught in political crosswinds.
- Chrysler unveils 'World' training facility
The Detroit News, January 25
Chrysler Group LLC on Tuesday opened a state-of-the-art training center in Warren, designed to teach its workers the principles of "World Class Manufacturing."
- Chrysler hiring 400-500 to boost Dart production in Illinois
Detroit Free Press, January 25
Chrysler is hiring about 400 to 500 new employees to support the production of the Dodge Dart compact car at its plant in Belvidere, Illinois.
- For many luxury car buyers, small is now beautiful
MSNBC, January 25
When Mercedes-Benz pulls the covers on the all-new A-Class hatchback during the Geneva Motor Show this March, car buyers will get a glimpse of the changes rapidly sweeping through the luxury car market.
- Ford unveils a Fusion for NASCAR racing that looks like a Fusion
Detroit Free Press, January 24
The Ford Fusion will be back for the 2013 NASCAR season and for the first time in years the race car will be recognizable as a Fusion.
- Automakers focused on what young buyers want
MSNBC, January 23
There’s a big gap between what people say they want and what they’ll actually spend their money on, as automakers are well aware of.
- Nissan to build $2 billion factory in Mexico
The Detroit News, January 25
Nissan Motor Co. announced Wednesday it will build a $2 billion plant in Mexico to initially build 175,000 small cars annually.
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