As we approach November’s General Election, I want to emphasize the profound significance of your vote. It’s not just a civic duty but a pivotal role as business leaders in California. The decisions we make on election day will reverberate across our industry, our businesses and our way of life.
Our association works tirelessly to ensure that the voices of California’s new car dealers are heard loud and clear in the state legislature. A significant part of that effort is channeled through CNCDA’s Candidate PAC. By contributing to our Candidate PAC, you directly support the election of officials who understand and are sympathetic to your unique challenges as a dealer and are committed to advancing business-friendly legislation.
Our collective action has yielded tangible results. Helping to elect legislators who understand dealer issues and priorities allows our lobbying team to remind our elected officials of the importance of your businesses to their districts and constituents. It would be hard to imagine our success in the state capitol — ranging from passing our franchise bill (AB 473) last year to PAGA reform this summer — without the active participation of dealers. These victories were not just about sound policy — they were the outcome of having the right people in the right positions in Sacramento, individuals who comprehend our industry’s needs because they’ve had the support of our PAC and the backing of our members.
But our work is far from over. Some of the most pivotal races this November are incredibly close, and the outcome of these elections will directly influence our ability to pass dealer-friendly legislation next year. We need to ensure that those elected to represent us understand our members’ way of life and are committed to protecting it.
That’s why I’m urging you to exercise your right to vote on election day and consider contributing to our PAC if you haven’t already. Your support is not just important, it’s indispensable — now more than ever. It’s not too late to make a difference. Every dollar you contribute ensures that the candidates who share our values have the resources they need to succeed.
Together, we have the power to shape our industry’s future and secure our dealers’ success. Please click the link below and make your contribution today. And don’t forget — your vote matters. Make it count this November.
https://members.cncda.org/donate-now
Thank you for your continued support and dedication to California’s automotive industry.
Sincerely,
Brian Maas, President
California New Car Dealers Association
