Pub. 1 2011 Issue 3

6 AUTOMOBILE DEALER NEWS ILLINOIS www.illinoisdealers.com B ehind every successf ul trade is a strong grass roots associa- tion. Your state trade association, IADA, has long been recognized as a premier automobile dealership association as a direct result of your strong membership support and participation. From time to time we feel it is ben- eficial to list our accomplishments to better appreciate the success IADA has achieved thru the strong grassroots ef- forts of our members. IADA membership is the smartest and most economical investment you can make in your dealership. For a little over $1 a day, here are some of the notable accomplishments achieved thru your State Association during recent legisla- tive sessions. • IADA passed legislation to raise the allowable doc. fee to $150. • IADA passed legislation to allow dualing of multiple franchises under one roof. • IADA passed legislation preventing manu f ac t u re r s f rom own i ng or operating dealerships in Illinois. • IADA passed legislation providing surviving dealerships with stronger termination rights. • IADA passed legislation exempting dealers from a rental tax when loaner vehicles are issued under provisions of a warranty or service contract. • IADA passed legislation to strengthen the IL Motor Vehicle Franchise Act (parts reimbursement at retail rate, double the time up to 30 days to file a protest, award expert witness fees, include coverage for truck engines, transmissions and real axles, andmore). • IADA passed legislation to bring dealers of large truck components under theMotor Vehicle Franchise Act. • IADA defeated legislation that would have created an unfair Gross Receipts Tax. • IADA defeated legislation that would force dealers to open on Sundays. • IADA defeated legislation that would create a 3-day cooling off period for vehicles. Congratulations all IADA Dealers IADA PRESIDENT’S Letter | BY PETE SANDLER • IADA defeated legislation that would create a “Used Car Buyer Protection Act.” • IADA passed legislation reducing manufacturers’ audit period from 18 to 12 months for all incentive and reimbursement claims. • IADA defeated legislation that would eliminate the dealer’s 1 ¾ % Retailers Collection Allowance. • IADA defeated the Attorney General bill that would have required you to disclose your profit margin on all F&I contracts. • IADA defeated a proposal to allow inaccurate accident information on all Carfax reports. On behalf of the Board of Directors and Staff, I congratulate all IADA dealers on your outstanding support of your state association and your grass roots involve- ment to protect our industry in Illinois. Q Sincerely, Peter J. Sandler, IADA President 2011 Of fi cers Chairman Mr. Tim Mooney / 217.253.4454 Tim Mooney, Inc. U.S. Highway 36, Tuscola, IL 61953 Vice Chairman Mr. Jim Lombardi / 815.476.2333 Lombardi Chevrolet Buick 901 E. Baltimore St., Wilmington, IL 60481 Treasurer Mr. Gary Knight / 217.443.6803 Carmack Car Capitol 3724 N. Vermilion, Danville, IL 61832 Secretary Mr. Mike Mangold / 309.467.2344 Mangold Ford Mercury, Inc. 1100 West Center St., Eureka, IL 61530 President Peter J. Sander / 217.753.0220 Illinois Automobile Dealers Association 300 W. Edwards, P.O. Box 3045, Spring fi eld, IL 62708 Illinois Automobile Dealers Association 300 West Edwards Street, Spring fi eld, Illinois 62708 T 217.753.0220 • F 217.753.3424 www.IllinoisDealers.com