December 19, 2023

In July of 2022, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) and solicited public comment on a Rule regarding unfair and deceptive acts or practices under its authority in regard to auto dealers. The Rule would prohibit auto dealers from making misrepresentations during the car buying journey, including selling, leasing

Delivering a superior service experience is the goal of every business. To achieve this goal, dealers must build a service experience that is both efficient and friendly. Achieving this balance can be difficult, but with the help of some fantastic technology, it’s not impossible. In this article, we will explore the steps necessary to create

The Chicago Auto Show organizers are proud to partner with A Girls Guide to Cars and Women in Automotive to produce the annual What Drives Her networking event and awards program during the show’s Media Preview. What Drives Her was started in 2017 as a way to bring together influential women in the automotive industry

The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) donated $1,500 to the Anderson Humane Society of South Elgin, matching CATA dealer Brilliance Subaru’s initial donation to the non-profit. The donation came via the CATA’s Chicagoland Dealers Care program in conjunction with a fundraising campaign and event hosted by Brilliance Subaru. Brilliance Subaru has partnered with Anderson Humane

The Chicago Automobile Trade Association recently donated $1,500 to the Chicago Community Works and Sports Alternative. The donation came via the CATA’s Chicagoland Dealers Care program in conjunction with a $5,000 donation by Pugi Auto Group of Downers Grove. Through Chicagoland Dealers Care, the CATA matches up to $1,500 of a member dealer’s donation to

This past summer, the Chicago Automobile Trade Association hosted the 10th Annual USO Barbecue for the Troops fundraisers, where more than 80 local new-car dealerships rallied their communities to bring in $100,453 for local military and their families. The barbecue events, held on July 15, featured everything from patriotic ceremonies, classic car shows, live music,

When it comes to the dealership buy-sell market, America’s heartland is truly at the center of the action. Whether you’re one of the growing numbers of Midwest-based dealers ready for retirement or an aspiring dealer looking to enter the market for a growth opportunity, interest is peaking in the Midwest’s thriving potential for buy-sell opportunities.

The CATA successfully concluded its second annual fall Chicago Drives Electric experiential test drive and educational event last fall. Organizers plan to, once again, bring Chicago Drives Electric indoors to the 2024 Chicago Auto Show February 10-19 at McCormick Place. In alignment with National Drive Electric Week, Chicago Drives Electric aimed to raise awareness of

Dear CATA Members, As we move toward the end of the year, I thought it would be appropriate to deliver an update on what the CATA has been pursuing on your behalf. In September, CATA Vice Chairman Jason Roberts, CATA Co-President Jen Morand and I attended the Washington Conference, organized by the NADA, to discuss