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The California CARS Act takes effect on 1 October 2026, requiring two years of retained proof that advertised and contracted prices agreed. Disclosure is the ea...
Dealerships can develop a false sense of security by relying on an IT team, endpoint detection software, restricted email access and cyber insurance. These prot...
Using aviation’s “stay ahead of the airplane” principle, dealership cybersecurity requires continuous awareness, preparation and anticipation. Cybercriminals ac...
Dealerships face a wide range of cyber threats, including ransomware, phishing and business email compromise, third-party vendor breaches, unauthorized access,...
Cybersecurity is not solely the responsibility of an IT department, managed-service provider or dealership system vendor. A breach can compromise data flowing t...
A dealership’s data network needs the same regular cleaning and organization as its showroom, inventory and service department. Over time, unused devices, outda...
Employees may bypass cybersecurity rules to save time, close a sale or avoid inconvenient steps, making human behavior one of a dealership’s greatest vulnerabil...
Terry Dortch, president and CEO of Automotive Risk Management Partners, and Scott Fogarty, CEO of Ridgeback Network Defense, share cyber protection best practic...
Third-party vendors can create a direct path into a dealership’s customer, sales and financial data. Assuming a vendor has adequate security—or relying only on...
Dealership IT staff are typically focused on keeping systems running and may not have the specialized expertise needed to manage cybersecurity. Basic measures s...
Modern cyber threats require dealerships to look beyond the protection offered by conventional security tools. The “Cyber Engagement 2025” report highlights vul...
Cybercriminals have learned that ransoming data to stop sales operations can result in handsome rewards, and they are increasingly turning their attention to au...
A poorly configured Wi-Fi network can give attackers access to dealership systems from the parking lot or another nearby public area. Using one shared network f...
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Annual vehicle-lift inspections are an essential part of service-department safety. A proper inspection evaluates the lift’s structural, mechanical, hydraulic,...
2024—Terry Dortch, a seasoned expert with 25 years of experience as the CEO of Automotive Risk Management Partners, advocates that human eyes, hands, and experi...
To maintain a healthy stance on the Combating Auto Retail Scams (CARS) Rule, consider conducting a "temperature" check of your dealership. The CARS Ru...
Cybersecurity is an important and high-profile component of the federal Safeguards Rule requiring dealerships and other financial institutions to protect custom...
Best be certain your dealership complies absolutely with Consumer Financial Protection Board (CFPB) regulations, as any doubt to its constitutional authority wa...
CRYSTAL LAKE, IL, May 22, 2024 - As cyber crimes against auto dealerships escalate, dealers must recognize the importance of conducting frequent physical securi...
Charging customers more based on their race, ethnicity or appearance is unfair and illegal. The FTC and State of Wisconsin alleged that three dealerships charge...
Dealerships face cyber risks similar to those confronting large national retailers, yet many owners underestimate their likelihood of being targeted. Hackers in...
Hello! I'm Terry Dortch from Automotive Risk Management Partners, and today, I'm going to delve into the intricate world of contracts in the automotive business...
Hello everyone! My name is Terry Dortch, representing Automotive Risk Management Partners. I spend quite a bit of time traveling across the States, interacting...
The FTC investigated Liberty Auto City and Leader Automotive Group over possible unfair, deceptive or discriminatory sales and lending practices. Regulators sou...
Require • Implementation of certain technical changes/tools• Required policy changes/updates• Written reports and documentation• Training requirements Clarify t...
The automotive industry is one of the largest and most complex industries in the world. With millions of vehicles manufactured and sold every year, it is essent...
