Pub. 3 2021-22 Issue 1

Democrats in charge of both houses of the legislature delayed the start of this year’s legislative session by one week due to high statewide COVID-19 case numbers.

Strengthened Franchise Laws
a. AB 179 (2019). Overcoming significant manufacturer opposition, the unanimous passage and signature on AB 179 was a significant step forward in CNCDA’s commitment to a stronger new motor vehicle franchise system. AB 179 significantly strengthened and updated California’s new motor vehicle franchise laws by enforcing accountability for unlawful treatment by manufacturers, addressing dealers’ inappropriate treatment and conforming California franchise laws to recent actions in other states, most notably retail warranty reimbursement.

I am a fifth-generation dealer. Our store’s roots date back to 1875, and I think we’re the fifth oldest dealership in the nation. So, my path was pretty much set — I worked at the dealership pulling weeds and washing cars in the summer during school, and I sold cars through college. That being said, I have a passion for this business. Going into the family business was always a plan for me.