October 10, 2023

Dutch Miller’s Beckley Auto Mall Awesome to see the #BeckleyWV community help cut the ribbon today at our family’s new dealership! Opening a new store is not just about creating new jobs; it’s an enduring commitment to invest in the region and its people through giving … a rising tide raises all boats! Astorg Auto […]

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Ideally, vendors and businesses work together as partners. Having a genuine relationship and being able to problem-solve together is an advantage no matter what. The auto business is not exempt. Dealerships have done well during the last couple of years. But there’s a downside to good times: dealerships sometimes develop bad habits because it becomes

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Auto retailing is in the midst of a construction boom fueled by favorable cash flow, upgrades after ownership changes and the pent-up demand for facility updates to keep up with customers and serve them efficiently. To review current construction and design trends, we talked with Joe Pella, head of National Commercial Real Estate at Truist,

The Importance of Professionalism in Family-Owned Auto Dealerships In the current corporate landscape, family-owned enterprises are facing challenges as they vie for success against bigger conglomerates and nationally recognized brands. In the automotive industry, where consolidation is prevalent, family-owned dealerships are under significant strain to keep pace with their larger counterparts and stay relevant. One

Compared to this time last year, inventory levels continue to improve. But we’re still not back to the number of available new and used vehicles pre-pandemic. Thankfully, there are always new tactics you can implement to help to improve your dealership’s ability to acquire the right vehicles, at the right price. Here are seven that

In business, as in life, there are some things you can control and others you can’t. However, there are many controllable aspects of your dealership. For example, you can control how you spend your time, allocate your resources, respond to challenges and obstacles, and the suppliers you choose as partners to propel your success. Cycles

Federal immigration officials just made critical changes to modernize the I-9 employment verification process. The new Form I-9 was made available for employers to use beginning August 1, and all employers must use the new form by November 1. Here are best practices for compliance, given the new rules soon in effect. DHS Makes Changes

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This article takes a little different track by not addressing a particular area of the law, but offering more practical or day-to-day information that may assist you. I have the opportunity to review and study a variety of products and services available to dealers. This usually occurs during my review of contracts for West Virginia

In March of 2023, the West Virginia legislature passed a bill allowing pass-through entities (PTE) to annually make an election to pay West Virginia income tax at the entity level for the 2022 tax year and beyond. The bill affected primarily partnerships and S corporations; however, other entities that pass-through income to individuals can also

The West Virginia Automobile Dealers Association, the state’s new car franchise dealer membership group representing 140 dealerships, over 13,000 employees, and $295 million in state sales taxes paid annually, is excited to announce the organization’s endorsement of Chris Miller for Governor. Jared Wyrick, President of the West Virginia Automobile Dealers Association, said, “Chris Miller understands

WVADA recently spoke with Chris Miller of Dutch Miller Auto Group about their dealerships’ experiences with the Learn and Earn program. What are your thoughts about the Earn and Learn program as it relates to the auto industry’s focus on recruiting and retaining talent? It’s an incredibly successful program. Our experience with it has been

Dear West Virginia dealers, In an ever-evolving automotive industry, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for success. One innovative program, the Learn and Earn initiative, is offering auto dealers a unique opportunity to connect with community and technical college talent while enjoying substantial financial benefits. The program connects employers with students, allowing them to