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California Dealers: Wondering if the “Battery-Embedded Product” Recycling Fee Applies to You?

From a popular Reddit thread to the substantiated Mercatus Center’s “Snapshots of State Regulations” report, California is the most regulated state in the U.S., with 420,000 regulations and counting. (New York comes in second at 300,000, and Idaho is the least litigious with only 31,000...

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Tax-Free Overtime: Are you Recording it Properly?

What does “Tax-Free Overtime” really mean? The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) created a tax credit with a limit of up to $12,500 for an individual and $25,000 for a married couple filing jointly for “qualified overtime pay.” Who is eligible for the OBBBA...

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What’s in Your Dumpster? The Hidden Compliance Risk at Your Dealership

Every day, materials leave your dealership. Used absorbents. Sludge from floor drains. Sanding dust. Paint booth filters. Spent solvents. Aerosol cans. They go into a drum, a tote, or a dumpster — and operations move on. But here’s the uncomfortable question: Do you know, with...

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Why Dealers Must Prioritize Cybersecurity: It's Not If, But When

Cyber threats target dealers. Learn the real cost of breaches, FTC requirements, and why incident response planning is essential for dealerships.

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From Risk Assessment to Annual Reporting: Completing the Privacy Compliance Cycle

Navigate the final critical step in safeguards compliance - discover how annual reports provide accountability, demonstrate regulatory commitment, and help dealerships identify security vulnerabilities before they become costly problems.

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The Dealership's Data Security Playbook: Crafting an Incident Response Plan That Works

Learn how to develop an effective incident response plan that protects customer data, meets regulatory requirements, and safeguards your dealership's reputation.

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Beyond Passwords: The IT Technical Requirements That Keep Your Dealership Compliant

Dealerships must implement encryption, multi-factor authentication, and continuous monitoring to protect customer data and meet FTC Safeguards Rule requirements.

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Locking Down Customer Data: Access Controls for Auto Dealers

Discover how proper access controls protect your dealership from data breaches and regulatory penalties while preserving customer trust in today's digital-first automotive retail environment.

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