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Over the past two sessions, MADA attempted passage of legislation to shore up Minnesota’s long-standing franchise law and ensure vehicle manufacturers can not sell direct-to-consumer. Unfortunately, our efforts were met with resistance from legislators who were not only swept up in “Tesla-mania” but also have a lack of understanding about why the motor vehicle dealer franchise law exists in the first place.
In an effort to bring legislators up to speed on how the franchise system encourages economic
competitiveness, provides customer convenience, and keeps dollars and jobs in local communities, MADA has launched the “Face of the Franchise” campaign. Over the summer and the fall, MADA staff will be meeting with lawmakers and legislative candidates to share the benefits of the franchise system and explain the negative consequences of dismantling it. If you are interested in hosting one of these meetings at your dealership, please let Scott Lambert or Amber Backhaus know, and we will work with you to set something up.
MADA’s new initiative provides a local angle to NADA’s “Get the Facts” campaign, which includes advertising, briefings, and studies to combat the misinformation being perpetuated by national media outlets in their coverage of Tesla’s attempts to gain marketshare. More information on the NADA campaign can be found at http://www.nada.org/getthefacts.
NewsJuly 2014
insideStreamlined ShopLien
MADA Dues Increase
TMQDA Nominations Due
Scott Lambert, Executive Vice President • 200 Lothenbach Ave. • West St. Paul, MN 55118 • (651) 291-2400 • 1-800-652-9029 • FAX (651) 291-2894
visit www.mada.org
for details, registration and a complete list of Upcoming Events and
Training
Industry News
MADA Launches ‘‘Face of the Franchise” Campaign
upcoming events
9sep
18sep
6aug
www.mada.org
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In honor of those individuals who “Build
America, Move America, Keep America
Running and Protect America,“
Nuss Truck and Equipment hosted an
appreciation day to honor truck drivers, heavy
equipment operators, diesel technicians
and U.S. military personnel. Over $4,000
in monetary donations were collected on
behalf of the Salvation Army and toy donations for the
Trucks & Toys program sponsored by the Minnesota
Trucking Association.
Kemna-Asa Auto Plaza in Jackson has completed
their annual promotion which they call “Countdown to
100” toward their goal of making 100 vehicle during the
last 100 days of 2012. For each deal, they will contribute
a percentage of the proceeds to local charities such as
the food shelf, scouting programs, churches, and the
Jackson United Fund. The customers will have a vote
in how these charities are selected. Last year over $4,000
was given to the local groups.
Employees at Polar Chevrolet Mazda donated
proceeds from a chili cook off to the White Bear Lake
Area Emergency Food Shelf. Mascot Pauly Bear
presented the check to Ann Searles, food shelf director.
The Northwoods Habitat for
Humanity was presented with
a new Toyota Tundra through
Toyota’s “100 Cars for Good”
campaign. The Northwoods
Chapter serves Beltrami and
Clearwater counties. The 1978
Ford conversion van that the
organization has been using was
described as “road-weary” and
the new vehicle was greatly appreciated. Northwoods
Habitat for Humanity was one of 3,000 initial applicants
and one of 500 finalists. The nonprofit that received the
most votes on a chosen day was awarded the Toyota.
Send YOUR good news
to Sandy at brom@mada.org
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1/16/13 11:02 AMGrand Rapids High School
Band Walker-Hackensack-
Akeley School Go Wolves!
Grand Rapids High School Band
Forest Lake Elementary School
Cohasset Elementary School
Northland High School
Truck donated to the Science and
Environmental Chemistry classes
Thank Youto our hometown communities
for all of your support!
Together, with Chrysler,
Dodge and Ford,
Tom Clusiau’s raised over
$19,000for our area schools
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Walker-Hackensack-Akeley School
Grand Rapids High School
Band Walker-Hackensack-
Akeley School Go Wolves!
Grand Rapids High School Band
Forest Lake Elementary School
Cohasset Elementary School
Northland High School
Truck donated to the Science and
Environmental Chemistry classes
Thank Youto our hometown communities
for all of your support!
Together, with Chrysler,
Dodge and Ford,
Tom Clusiau’s raised over
$19,000for our area schools
hr12
0396
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Walker-Hackensack-Akeley SchoolGrand Rapids High School
Band Walker-Hackensack-
Akeley School Go Wolves!
Grand Rapids High School Band
Forest Lake Elementary School
Cohasset Elementary School
Northland High School
Truck donated to the Science and
Environmental Chemistry classes
Thank Youto our hometown communities
for all of your support!
Together, with Chrysler,
Dodge and Ford,
Tom Clusiau’s raised over
$19,000for our area schools
hr12
0396
54
Walker-Hackensack-Akeley School
Grand Rapids High School
Band Walker-Hackensack-
Akeley School Go Wolves!
Grand Rapids High School Band
Forest Lake Elementary School
Cohasset Elementary School
Northland High School
Truck donated to the Science and
Environmental Chemistry classes
Thank Youto our hometown communities
for all of your support!
Together, with Chrysler,
Dodge and Ford,
Tom Clusiau’s raised over
$19,000for our area schools
hr12
0396
54
Walker-Hackensack-Akeley School
Grand Rapids High School
Band Walker-Hackensack-
Akeley School Go Wolves!
Grand Rapids High School Band
Forest Lake Elementary School
Cohasset Elementary School
Northland High School
Truck donated to the Science and
Environmental Chemistry classes
Thank Youto our hometown communities
for all of your support!
Together, with Chrysler,
Dodge and Ford,
Tom Clusiau’s raised over
$19,000for our area schools
hr12
0396
54
Walker-Hackensack-Akeley School
www.mada.org
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In honor of those individuals who “Build
America, Move America, Keep America
Running and Protect America,“
Nuss Truck and Equipment hosted an
appreciation day to honor truck drivers, heavy
equipment operators, diesel technicians
and U.S. military personnel. Over $4,000
in monetary donations were collected on
behalf of the Salvation Army and toy donations for the
Trucks & Toys program sponsored by the Minnesota
Trucking Association.
Kemna-Asa Auto Plaza in Jackson has completed
their annual promotion which they call “Countdown to
100” toward their goal of making 100 vehicle during the
last 100 days of 2012. For each deal, they will contribute
a percentage of the proceeds to local charities such as
the food shelf, scouting programs, churches, and the
Jackson United Fund. The customers will have a vote
in how these charities are selected. Last year over $4,000
was given to the local groups.
Employees at Polar Chevrolet Mazda donated
proceeds from a chili cook off to the White Bear Lake
Area Emergency Food Shelf. Mascot Pauly Bear
presented the check to Ann Searles, food shelf director.
The Northwoods Habitat for
Humanity was presented with
a new Toyota Tundra through
Toyota’s “100 Cars for Good”
campaign. The Northwoods
Chapter serves Beltrami and
Clearwater counties. The 1978
Ford conversion van that the
organization has been using was
described as “road-weary” and
the new vehicle was greatly appreciated. Northwoods
Habitat for Humanity was one of 3,000 initial applicants
and one of 500 finalists. The nonprofit that received the
most votes on a chosen day was awarded the Toyota.
Send YOUR good news
to Sandy at brom@mada.org
winter2013.indd 17
1/16/13 11:02 AM
®
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320-274-3064 • 800-947-1250
840 E. Elm St., Annandale, MN 55302 • www.countrychev.com
Thank You!
Joel Diers, center, presents the check to Ed and Jean Skomoroh of the Annandale
Area Community Food Shelf. Pat Francis of Country Chev is not pictured.
Thanks to our customers in December,
Country Chev donated $5,150 to the
Annandale Area Community Food Shelf
Thanks to everyone listed below and others
for helping us make a generous donation!
Craig Bardson, Albany
Joseph Shoults, Maple Grove
Michael Francis, Inver Grove Heights
Kay Francis, South St. Paul
Gary Heinrich, Woodbury
Douglas Stalboerger, Coon Rapids
Michael Elsenpeter, Maple Lake
Thomas Klingelhutz, Annandale
Patrick Salonek, Waverly
Arnette Borowicz, Stephen
Hayley Pitzl, Annandale
K. Lemke, St. Cloud
Mid MN Hotmix, Annandale
Molly Diers, Roseville
Paul Bredeson, Annandale
Todd Groskreutz, Chaska
Geraldine Cleland, Cohasset
RM Johnson Co. Inc., Annandale
Thomas Mackie, Annandale
Stephen Lafond, Clearwater
Laura Diedrich, Oakdale
Leon Schmidt Wood Products, Inc., Monticello
C.S. Arvola Inc., Annandale
James Hartfiel, Monticello
Carefree Lawn Sprinklers, Annandale
Wayne Luetgers, Maple Lake
Chad Wiles, Annandale
Jennifer Warner, St. Cloud
Jerry Johnson, St. Bonifacius
Steven Vergin, Rockford
Frank Blomquist, Jupter, Fla.
Wright Hennepin Electric, Rockford
Matthew Nygard, Fargo, N.D.
Jack Trovall, Becker
Charles Schuft, New Germany
Bradley Stegeman, Maple Lake
Michael Jude, Maple Lake
Miller Trucking of Buffalo, Inc., Buffalo
Rita Everhart, Silver Lake
Kenneth Mueller, St. Cloud
Joseph Schumacher, Annandale
Richard Swanson, Milaca
Janet Klein, Clearwater
Montrose Fire Department,Montrose
Jim Potthoff, Monitcello
Jordan Feyma, Kimball
Deanna Scheeler, Cold Spring
Innocast Corp., Howard Lake
James Skuza, Annandale
Richard House, Ramsey
Kyle Stommes, Annandale
Lori Groen, Monticello
Amanda Lieser, St. Louis Park
Nicole Gallus, St. Stephen
www.mada.org
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Luther Brookdale Chevrolet sponsored the Brooklyn
Center Soccer League, a second year partnership with
the city. Participating in athletic programs has proven
to be a very effective way to positively modify kids’
behaviors with activities and decrease juvenile incidents.
Luther Automotive is also helping to sponsor a new
project to transform an underutilized softball field into
four permanent soccer fields in this same area.
Dodge of Burnsville raised $4,040 for the Burnsville
High School boys soccer program. Dodge contributed
$20 to the program for each participant who test drove
a new Dodge.
Hibbing Chrysler Center hosted a similar fundraiser
for the Nashwauk-Keewatin High School.
The Ford Drive 4 UR Community program and
Zumbrota Ford helped raise funding for the Rotary
Club of Zumbrota. Zumbrota Ford also donated
$3,220 to the Pine Island Academics, Arts, and
Athletics Foundation through Ford’s Drive 4 UR
School program. The Drive One 4UR School raised
$5880 for the Zumbrota-Mazeppa Education
Foundation.
Madelia Ford held a fundraiser to benefit the Madelia
Baseball/Softball Association. For each person who
attended the “Go Further with Ford Night,” Madelia
Ford donated $10 to the Association.
On October 6th, New Brighton Ford (NBF) hosted
its third DriveOne4URSchool at its dealership for
Irondale High School. NBF and Irondale High School set
a goal to raise $6,000 for 14 school activity groups: Girls
Hockey, Boys Hockey, Fastpitch, Girls Swim, Wrestling,
Dance, Cross Country Running, Drama, Baseball,
Volleyball, Boys/Girls Track, Girls Basketball, Boys Soccer
and Nordic Skiing. This large event which drew nearly
200 test drives was able to raise nearly $4,000. Since
2011, New Brighton Ford has donated nearly $10,000 to
the Booster Clubs of Irondale High School.
The St. James Ambulance Service and the Ormsby
Fire and Rescue Department were presented with
emergency rescue equipment from Mel Carlson
Chevrolet, Inc., Truman and the Minnesota Auto
Dealers Association Charitable Foundation.
The Hermantown Area Chamber of Commerce and
Kolar Chevrolet Buick GMC hosted a holiday party
and fundraiser at the new Kolar dealership.
Toys were collected for the Toys for Tots
program. Cash donations were given to
Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food
Bank to be distributed to the food shelves
in the area.
Dealers Are Good Neighbors
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1/16/13 11:02 AM
FACE OF THE FRANCHISED NEW CAR DEALER
MINNESOTA AUTOMOBILE DEALERS ASSOCIATION
200 Lothenbach Ave | West St. Paul, MN | 800.652.9029 | 651.291.2400 | www.mada.org
Scott Lambert | lambert@mada.org | Amber Backhaus | amber@mada.org
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July 2014 / Page 2
The Minnesota Automobile Dealers Association is a non-profit trade association dedicated to the progress of the retail auto
industry in Minnesota.President Morrie Wagener, Morrie’s Automotive Group, Minnetonka President-Elect Greg House, House Chevrolet, Stewartville Treasurer Mike Saxon, Inver Grove Ford Lincoln, Inver Grove Heights Secretary Rick Jensen, Jensen Motors, Inc., New Ulm Executive Vice President Scott Lambert, MADA
200 Lothenbach Avenue • West St. Paul, MN 55118Metro: 651-291-2400 • Toll Free: 800-652-9029
FAX: 651-291-2894 • Web site: http://www.mada.org
The National Automobile Dealers Association has published several memos outlining dealers’ obligations with respect to recall notices. Each year, millions of vehicles become subject to safety recalls, according to NADA, but a relatively small percentage of these recalls involve “stop operation” or “stop sale” notices. Here are some steps for dealers to take based on the safety recall at issue and the vehicles involved:
New vehicles in inventory or in transit Once any notice of an outstanding safety recall is received, federal law prohibits the delivery of impacted new vehicles until the recall is remedied.
Used vehicles of a make the dealer is franchised to sell new Federal law neither imposes an obligation on dealerships to know the safety recall status of used vehicles, nor prohibits the resale of used vehicles with outstanding safety recalls.
However, it is recommended that used vehicles of the same make a dealer sells new be checked for outstanding, unremedied recalls (safety or
emissions) since the dealership is authorized to do service or repair work involved. Important: if and when a dealership receives a recall notice indicating that certain used vehicles should not be operated and/or resold, they should not be operated or resold until the recall is remedied.
Used vehicles the dealer is not franchised to sell new Again, Federal law neither imposes an obligation on dealerships to know the safety recall status of used vehicles, nor prohibits the resale of used vehicles with outstanding safety recalls.
However, state law may impose additional obligations. For example, state product liability laws, may impose liability in this situation if (1) a dealer chooses to sell a used vehicle containing the safety-related defect, and (2) that used vehicle is in an accident involving the defect.
Dealers with questions should contact General Counsel Jim Schutjer at your MADA office.
Legal News
Do’s and Don’ts of Stop Sales
The Minnesota Licensing and Registration System (MNLARS) is a Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) project to replace its current information systems with a modern 21st Century model. The first release of MNLARS enables deputy registrars and DVS staff to issue vehicle permits electronically. Over 2,000 vehicle permits have been issued through MNLARS since it was launched earlier this spring. The rollout of MNLARS to all deputy registrars will continue throughout the summer. Future installments of MNLARS include dealer licensing, driver’s licensing and vehicle title and registration.
Industry News
MNLARS Appears on the Horizon
July 2014 / Page 3
Legislative News
Shop Lien Foreclosure Sales StreamlinedMADA-sponsored legislation that simplifies the notice and sale provisions of the shop lien statute is effective August 1.
Standard shop lien scenario Customer drops off a vehicle or has it towed in for service or repair. You fix it or perhaps just diagnose the problem. In either case, you have charges against the vehicle and are accruing storage. You try to reach the customer to pick up the vehicle, but the customer either refuses to come in or perhaps just ignores you. They may not have the money to pay the bill. Perhaps the vehicle isn’t drivable. Maybe it’s worth less than the amount of your bill.In any case, after holding the vehicle for at least 90 days and providing notice to lienholders shown on the title, Minnesota law allows you to sell the vehicle and use the proceeds to satisfy your bill.
Old law Under the old law, dealers were required to go through antiquated sheriff’s sale procedures in order to sell the vehicle and obtain a title. Notices were required to be personally serviced on some customers or perhaps published in a legal newspaper. You were required to schedule the county sheriff to come out to your dealership and conduct a formal “Sheriff’s Sale” to dispose of the vehicle. In many cases, dealers paid their lawyers to handle the
complexities of the notice and sale provisions.
New law Effective Aug. 1, 2014, licensed new and used car dealers who are holding a vehicle for a shop bill can use a simplified alternative procedure. Instead of personally serving notices and/or publishing them in legal newspapers, notice to the customer three weeks in advance of the sale by certified mail is sufficient. Once the notice period runs, the dealership can sell the vehicle in the ordinary course of business to either a retail or a wholesale customer. Copies of your notice document and proof that you mailed the certified letter will be submitted to the deputy registrar along with a title application in the name of your retail or wholesale buyer.Note: If the dealer elects to use this new procedure instead of the regular sheriff’s sale, the dealer waives any claim for a deficiency against the customer over and above the proceeds of the sale.
MADA is creating a “cookbook” with shop lien procedures and suggested forms. Watch for it at mada.org soon after Aug. 1. If you want to look at the new law, it’s here: http://bit.ly/1r9FiNq
FAQ
Q: We deal with a lot of high performance cars. There are some pretty cool tail light film smoking products which our customers want us to install. Is that OK?
A: Afraid not. Minnesota Statute §169.64 prohibits both the installation of aftermarket tail light film and the operation of a vehicle with such tail light film.
The MADA Board of Directors approved a 20% dues increase during their recent summer Board meeting. The increase was requested by staff to help fund a ramped up communications effort to assist our legislative and public policy efforts. The increase will be effective for 2015.
MADA News
Dues Increase Approved
July 2014 / Page 4
Legislative News
Minimum Wage Takes EffectMinimum Wage For MADA Member Dealers
Effective Dates General Hourly Rates Rates for Ages 17 and Under
Rates for Ages 19 and under during first 90 days of employment only
Old Rates $7.25 (Fed) $7.25 (Fed) $4.90August 1, 2014 $8.00 $7.25 (Fed) $6.50August 1, 2015 $9.00 $7.25 $7.25August 1, 2016 $9.50 $7.75 $7.75January 1, 2018 Indexed to Inflation Indexed to Inflation Indexed to InflationAll dealers are “Large Employers” having total gross yearly sales greater than $500,000 and must pay according to this table. In certain cases, Federal requirements are more favorable to employees and take precedence over lower Minnesota amounts. Marked (Fed) above.
NADA has announced the details of the 2015 NADA Convention and Expo in San Francisco. The 2015 Convention has moved to a Thursday-to-Sunday schedule (January 22-25).Watch for registration materials coming to you from NADA.MADA is very happy to announce that our popular member brunch will be held on Sunday, Jan. 25 from 11 am – 2 pm atop Nob Hill at the Fairmont San Francisco’s Crown Room. This location boasts some of the most spectacular views of the city and the bay. Be sure to put this on your schedule of activities at the NADA Convention.
MADA News
NADA 2015 Convention
Nomination forms have gone out to each dealership for 2015 Quality Dealer of the Year nominations. MADA’s Selection Committee will vote on the nominee to be submitted. The Selection Committee is comprised of the last four nominees. From left, they are Rick Jensen, Jensen Motors, Inc., 2011; Morrie Wagener, Morrie’s Automotive Group, 2012; Gary Papik, Papik Motors, Inc., 2013; and David Luther, Luther Automotive Group, 2014.Candidates must be a franchised new car dealer principal and a member of both NADA and MADA. TMQDA is sponsored by Time Magazine in association with NADA. The TMQDA program recognizes outstanding new car dealers for exceptional performance in their dealership and for distinguished community service. Deadline for submitting qualified nominations is July 25, 2014.
MADA News
TMQDA
July 2014 / Page 5
Minnesota New Retail Car and Light Truck RegistrationsMost Recent Two Months YTD thru May* YTD Market Share (thru May)*
4/13 &5/13
4/14 &5/14*
%change 2013 2014*
%change 2013 2014* change
Industry Total 35,992 38,038 5.7% 81,791 82,773 1.2%Cars 15,830 15,866 0.2% 34,439 32,038 -7.0% 42.1 38.7 -3.4Light Trucks 20,162 22,172 10.0% 47,352 50,735 7.1% 57.9 61.3 3.4
Japanese Brands 12,380 13,442 8.6% 26,692 28,632 7.3% 32.6 34.6 2.0Toyota 4,878 5,265 7.9% 10,292 10,482 1.8% 12.6 12.7 0.1Honda 3,624 3,654 0.8% 7,277 7,517 3.3% 8.9 9.1 0.2Nissan 1,702 1,861 9.3% 4,015 4,461 11.1% 4.9 5.4 0.5Other 2,176 2,662 22.3% 5,108 6,172 20.8% 6.2 7.5 1.3
Domestic Brands 18,452 19,413 5.2% 43,702 43,750 0.1% 53.4 52.9 -0.5General Motors 7,489 7,939 6.0% 18,396 17,890 -2.8% 22.5 21.6 -0.9Ford 6,886 6,881 -0.1% 16,189 15,550 -3.9% 19.8 18.8 -1.0Chrysler 4,049 4,547 12.3% 9,033 10,232 13.3% 11.0 12.4 1.4Other 28 46 64.3% 84 78 -7.1% 0.1 0.1 0.0
European Brands 2,633 2,534 -3.8% 5,580 5,004 -10.3% 6.8 6.0 -0.8Volkswagen 1,224 1,197 -2.2% 2,666 2,440 -8.5% 3.3 2.9 -0.4BMW 747 655 -12.3% 1,513 1,210 -20.0% 1.8 1.5 -0.3Mercedes 382 403 5.5% 748 792 5.9% 0.9 1.0 0.1Other 280 279 -0.4% 653 562 -13.9% 0.8 0.7 -0.1
Korean Brands 2,527 2,649 4.8% 5,817 5,387 -7.4% 7.1 6.5 -0.6
19.9% 23.7%
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Minnesota Auto OutlookCovering the Minnesota automotive market Data thru May 2014
Released by:Minnesota AutomobileDealers Association
Data InformationAll data represents new vehicle retail registrations in Minnesota and excludes fleet and wholesale transactions. Please keep in mind that monthly registration figures can occasionally be subject to fluctuations, resulting in over or under estimation of actual results. This usually occurs due to processing delays by governmental agencies. For this reason, the year-to-date figures will typically be more reflective of market results. Data Source: Polk.
Percent Change in Three Month Moving Average of New Retail Registrations versus Same Period Year Earlier
The graph above provides a clear picture of the trending direction of the state market. It shows the year-over-year percent change in the three month moving average of new retail light vehicle registrations. The three month moving average is less erratic than monthly registrations, which can fluctuate due to such factors as the timing of manufacturer incentive programs, weather and title processing delays by governmental agencies.*Figures for May 2014 were estimated by Auto Outlook. Data Source: Polk.
Brands included above: Domestic Brands: GM (Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC), Ford (Ford and Lincoln), Chrysler (Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep). Japanese: Toyota (Toyota, Lexus, and Scion), Honda (Honda and Acura), Nissan (Nissan and Infiniti), Other (Mazda, Mitsubishi, Subaru, and Suzuki). European: VW (Audi, Bentley, and Volkswagen), BMW (BMW, Rolls Royce, and MINI), MB (Mercedes Benz), Other (Aston Martin, Ferrari, Fiat, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lotus, Maserati, and Volvo). Korean: Hyundai and Kia.*Figures for May 2014 were estimated by Auto Outlook. Data Source: Polk.
Percent Change in State and U.S. New Retail Light Vehicle Markets
YTD ‘14 thru May* vs. YTD ‘13
The graph above compares the change in new retail car and light truck registrations in both the state and U.S. markets. *Figures for May 2014 were estimated by Auto Outlook.Data Source: Polk.
July 2014 / Page 6
MinnesotaNew Retail Light Vehicle Registrations
Registrations Market share
YTD '13thru May
YTD '14thru May* % change
YTD '13thru May
YTD '14thru May*
TOTAL 81,791 82,773 1%Acura 581 686 18% 0.7% 0.8%Audi 587 692 18% 0.7% 0.8%BMW 1,167 1,000 -14% 1.4% 1.2%Buick 1,681 1,580 -6% 2.1% 1.9%Cadillac 575 575 0% 0.7% 0.7%Chevrolet 13,124 12,627 -4% 16.0% 15.3%Chrysler 1,694 1,289 -24% 2.1% 1.6%Dodge 2,978 2,830 -5% 3.6% 3.4%FIAT 136 126 -7% 0.2% 0.2%Ford 15,744 15,086 -4% 19.2% 18.2%GMC 3,016 3,107 3% 3.7% 3.8%Honda 6,696 6,831 2% 8.2% 8.3%Hyundai 2,790 2,564 -8% 3.4% 3.1%Infiniti 346 355 3% 0.4% 0.4%Jaguar 19 15 -21% 0.0% 0.0%Jeep 2,101 3,405 62% 2.6% 4.1%Kia 3,027 2,822 -7% 3.7% 3.4%Land Rover 157 154 -2% 0.2% 0.2%Lexus 815 868 7% 1.0% 1.0%Lincoln 445 464 4% 0.5% 0.6%Mazda 1,600 1,666 4% 2.0% 2.0%Mercedes 742 782 5% 0.9% 0.9%MINI 346 209 -40% 0.4% 0.3%Mitsubishi 337 774 130% 0.4% 0.9%Nissan 3,669 4,105 12% 4.5% 5.0%Other 155 134 -14% 0.2% 0.2%Porsche 91 93 2% 0.1% 0.1%Ram 2,260 2,707 20% 2.8% 3.3%Subaru 3,090 3,698 20% 3.8% 4.5%Tesla 36 34 -6% 0.0% 0.0%Toyota 9,477 9,614 1% 11.6% 11.6%Volkswagen 1,988 1,654 -17% 2.4% 2.0%Volvo 321 227 -29% 0.4% 0.3%
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Minnesota Auto Outlook Data thru May 2014
This report is sponsored by the Minnesota Automobile Dealers Association and produced by Auto Outlook (800-206-0102).
Auto Outlook, Inc. is not responsible for management decisions based on the con-tent of Minnesota Auto Outlook. Copyright Auto Outlook, June 2014.
Reproduction, including photocopying of this publication in whole or in part, is prohibited without the express permission of Auto Outlook, Inc. Any material quoted must be attributed to Minnesota Auto Outlook, pub-lished by Auto Outlook, Inc. on behalf of the Minnesota Automobile Deal-ers Association and must also include the statement: “Data Source: Polk.”
State Market Share for Top 15 Selling Brands YTD ‘14 thru May* vs. YTD ‘13
Top ten ranked brands in each percent change category are shaded green.
*Figures for May 2014 were estimated by Auto Outlook.
Source: Polk
*Figures for May 2014 were estimated by Auto Outlook.
Source: Polk.
July 2014 / Page 7
Member News Morrie’s Automotive Group has opened a new store, Morrie’s Inver Grove Mazda.
The last new car dealership in Minneapolis and St. Paul has moved to Golden Valley. Borton Volvo has closed the Lyndale Avenue store and moved the business into the Borton Volvo-Golden Valley location, which will expand to a five-acre campus.
Twin Cities Automotive, owned by the Pohlad Companies, changed its name and will now do business under the name of Carousel Motor Group. None of the dozen dealerships operated by the Carousel Group will be changing names.
Endorsed Service & Vendors
MADA Services sells a wide variety of products directly to the dealers including business forms, clothing and promotional items. For a full review of options, contact your sales representative at 651-291-2400 or go to www.mada.org
Computerized Vehicle Registration CVR
F&I Products Protective
Dealership Marketing Visible Customer
Group Health Insurance Blue Cross Blue Shield of MN Delta Dental ReliaStar Life
Workers Compensation Ensure Agency Midwest Family Mutual
Dealer Bond Program Ensure Agency
Collections Springer Collections
Check Guarantee/Credit Card Processing FIS / Certegy
Disability Income Insurance & Section 125 Cafeteria Plans American Fidelity Assurance
OSHA, EPA & DOT Compliance/Training ComplyNet Corporation
Fleet Fueling Program SuperAmerica
Office Supplies S&TOfficeProducts
Uniforms and Linen Services AmeriPride Linen & Apparel Services
Hole-In-One Insurance Hole-In-One-USA
Pre-Paid Legal, Jim Gavin Identity Theft Shield & Pre-Paid Legal Services
Union organizing efforts are on the rise across Minnesota. To complicate matters, the rules surrounding organization efforts are changing. Very soon, a ‘Quickie Elections’ provision will go into effect that can cut in half the normal time required for a union to call for a vote in a dealer’s shop.
Dealers have two issues to keep in mind as the landscape for union action changes. First, prevention is still the best course of action. Secondly, be sure to know the rules if an organizing petition is filed.
GMADA’s longtime and well-respected labor attorney is planning a seminar to address both of these issues. Not only is Steve Burton an expert on the changing rules, but he is also well aware of issues that have recently brought organizing petitions to the dealer’s doorstep.
The Union Organizing Seminar will be held Wednesday, Aug. 6, from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Register at www.mada.org or contact Denise at denise@mada.org.
Collision and Service UpdateBe Prepared for Union Organization
MADA is happy to report a 100% membership renewal of all new franchised car dealers in the state. We are proud to be an advocate for your business as we monitor legal regulations and legislative issues. Our communications team is proactively giving you the information you need to make informed decisions about your business. And, our MADA Services gives you the best products at the best price, delivered with superior service every day. Thank you for trusting us and making a commitment to MADA.
MADA News
Full MADA Membership Renewal
Scott Lambert, Executive Vice President • 200 Lothenbach Ave. • West St. Paul, MN 55118 • (651) 291-2400 • 1-800-652-9029 • FAX (651) 291-2894
200 Lothenbach AvenueWest St. Paul, MN 55118
ADVOCACY • EXPERTISE • EDUCATION • COMMUNICATIONMADA NEWS • JULY 2014
“Candidates don’t have to deal with reality. They talk about the wonderful things they can accomplish as if advocating them is the same as achieving them. They live in a world of
political make-believe in which everything from reconciling conflicting interests to paying for costly programs is easy.”
--Fred Barnes
MADA Annual Meeting Keynote Speaker Fred Barnes on Friday, December 5th. Mark your calendar now.
EducationFax Registration
For Information on these classes or to register online go to www.mada.org/training
FAX REGISTRATION TO: 651-291-2894Denise Anderson denise@mada.org
The Certified Title & Registration Program
Class Options Circle Preferred Date LocationSales Tax9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. $99 September 9, 2014
Doubletree by Hilton - Park Place1500 Park Place BlvdMinneapolis, MN 55416
New to Fleet 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. $99 September 9, 2014
Minnesota Titles and Transfers1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. $99 September 9, 2014
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Dealership______________________________________ Customer ID #____________________
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Union Organizing
Class Options Circle Preferred Date Location
Union Organizing 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.$99/$49 two or more/dealership
August 6, 2014
Doubletree by Hilton - Park Place1500 Park Place BlvdMinneapolis, MN 55416651-789-2950
Title Basics
Class Options Circle Preferred Date Location
Title Basics – Minneapolis9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. $199 September 9, 2014
Doubletree by Hilton - Park Place1500 Park Place BlvdMinneapolis, MN 55416
Title Basics –Brainerd 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. $199 September 18, 2014
Grand View Lodge23521 Nokomis AveNisswa, MN 56468
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