{"id":28167,"date":"2024-10-18T21:05:52","date_gmt":"2024-10-18T21:05:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ordealers.net\/?p=28167"},"modified":"2024-10-18T21:05:54","modified_gmt":"2024-10-18T21:05:54","slug":"why-continue-ovda-membershipwhy-dealers-should-continue-ovda-membership-a-crucial-defense-against-misguided-consumer-advocacy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ordealers.net\/?p=28167","title":{"rendered":"WHY CONTINUE OVDA MEMBERSHIPWhy Dealers Should Continue OVDA Membership: A Crucial Defense Against Misguided Consumer Advocacy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A Consumer Group is Targeting YOU<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recent developments in the Oregon auto sales industry have drawn attention to a significant threat to car dealers across the state. A consumer group, Oregon Consumer Justice (OCJ), has issued a memo accusing auto dealers of engaging in \u201cpredatory and unfair sales practices.\u201d Without the input of reputable car dealers, they have proposed a series of regulations that could drastically change the landscape of vehicle sales in Oregon. Their nine-page memo outlines these \u201cproblems\u201d and suggests solutions that could devastate small dealerships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is not just an attack on bad actors but a sweeping generalization that unfairly targets all dealers. OCJ’s proposal ignores the complexities of the industry, and if it passes, it will harm both dealers and consumers. The Oregon Vehicle Dealers Association (OVDA) is your strongest ally in this fight. Now, more than ever, it is essential to maintain your membership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OVDA Needs Your Membership NOW!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The time to act is now. OVDA is spearheading efforts to protect the interests of reputable car dealers from OCJ\u2019s proposed regulations. These heavy-handed changes won’t protect consumers; instead, they will cripple responsible dealerships and force consumers to seek vehicles out of state. The regulations would add unnecessary barriers to vehicle sales, making it harder for people in need to qualify for financing, while the bad actors OCJ targets will continue to ignore the law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By remaining a member of OVDA, you stand with a united industry against a one-sided, misguided agenda. OVDA has been working tirelessly to ensure that the industry remains fair and competitive, and they need your voice to help push back against these damaging proposals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s at Stake if You Cancel Your Membership?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Should you choose to cancel your OVDA membership, you will no longer have the representation and support that has shielded your business from unjust regulations and legal attacks. OVDA has your back when dealing with the DMV, the Attorney General\u2019s office, and licensing investigations. Without OVDA, your dealership is exposed and will have to navigate the complexities of these challenges on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OVDA provides critical resources, including well-vetted legal forms and guidance to safeguard your business. These tools have been developed over years in collaboration with industry experts, attorneys, and judges. Without this expertise, you risk falling into compliance issues that could lead to costly penalties or lawsuits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A United Front: OVDA\u2019s Experienced Lobbyist on Your Side<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

OVDA is not just about legal forms and resources; it\u2019s about having a strong, informed voice at the state level. Darrell Fuller, OVDA\u2019s seasoned lobbyist, has been representing the interests of Oregon auto dealers since 1996. He is a trusted expert at the Capitol and within the DMV, and he is on the front lines of this fight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Darrell Fuller is prepared to continue advocating for your dealership, but he needs your support. Without the backing of members like you, the fight against OCJ\u2019s impractical and harmful proposals becomes much harder. By maintaining your OVDA membership, you are ensuring that Darrell has the tools and resources necessary to protect your business and the industry as a whole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Will OCJ\u2019s Solutions Impact Your Dealership?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have you considered how OCJ\u2019s \u201csolutions\u201d will directly affect your dealership? Fewer consumers will qualify for auto loans, which means fewer sales and a direct hit to your bottom line. Unreasonable regulations will only add to the administrative burden, leading to increased costs and potential legal risks. Many dealerships may find it impossible to comply, forcing them to close their doors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

OVDA is actively gathering input from dealers across the state. They want to know how these proposals will impact you. Your feedback is crucial. Send your concerns to OVDA@ordealers.com<\/a>, and OVDA will compile the responses to create a stronger case against OCJ\u2019s plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion: Stay with OVDA, Protect Your Business<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your OVDA membership is your shield against an increasingly complex regulatory landscape. OCJ\u2019s proposals, crafted without industry input, are a serious threat to your business. But OVDA is leading the charge to stop them, and they need your help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don’t stand alone in this fight. Join or renew your OVDA membership today, and together, we can ensure that Oregon’s auto industry remains fair, competitive, and free from misguided, harmful regulations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

A Consumer Group is Targeting YOU Recent developments in the Oregon auto sales industry have drawn attention to a significant threat to car dealers across the state. A consumer group, Oregon Consumer Justice (OCJ), has issued a memo accusing auto dealers of engaging in \u201cpredatory and unfair sales practices.\u201d Without the input of reputable car dealers, they have proposed a series of regulations that could drastically change the landscape of vehicle sales in Oregon. Their nine-page memo outlines these \u201cproblems\u201d and suggests solutions that could devastate small dealerships. This is not just an attack on bad actors but a sweeping… <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-28167","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"mb":[],"mfb_rest_fields":["title"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ordealers.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/28167","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ordealers.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ordealers.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ordealers.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ordealers.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=28167"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.ordealers.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/28167\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":28168,"href":"https:\/\/www.ordealers.net\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/28167\/revisions\/28168"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ordealers.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=28167"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ordealers.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=28167"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ordealers.net\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=28167"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}