Listed here are several articles pertaining to the auto industry that appeared recently in newspapers and other media outlets across the nation.

Judge tosses Calif. emissions lawsuit against automakers
Detroit News, Sept. 18

WASHINGTON -- The Detroit Big Three and Japanese automakers won a court victory Monday in the ongoing battle over vehicle tailpipe emissions and their contributions to global warming.

U.S. District Judge Martin Jenkins on Monday tossed out a California lawsuit that claimed the world's largest automakers should be held accountable for the impact tailpipe emissions were having on the environment. California claimed emissions were causing drought, beach erosion and warmer temperatures.
Car-buying spurt helps retail sales
Associated Press, Sept. 14
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Consumers kept spending in August and factories kept producing, but the gains were weaker than expected as financial market turbulence and a slumping housing market continued to weigh on the economy.
DIA surpasses Los Angeles LAX as the nation's 4th busiest airport
Rocky Mountain News, Sept. 14
DIA edged past its counterpart in Los Angeles, known as LAX, to rank as the nation's fourth-busiest airport from January through June, a testament to its continuing growth.
Detroit 3 designs impress Frankfurt
Detroit Free Press, Sept. 16

It's physically impossible for a single person to see every new car and technology in a show that fills seven buildings, a palatial temporary tent and more floors than the Compuware building.

With that caveat, here are the most intriguing things I did see at Europe's biggest auto show.
Charging Ahead: Chevrolet Volt ads show GM's direction down road
Detroit Free Press, Sept. 15

But General Motors Corp. is pitching the Chevrolet Volt in TV ads, on the sides of buildings, in print and on AM radio.

The ads are part of a larger campaign to tell consumers about GM's efforts to improve the fuel economy of its lineup, including hybrid versions of the Malibu and Tahoe, its models that get more than 30 miles per gallon and upcoming fuel cell projects.

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to inform members of current events. These in no way reflect the views, opinions,
and/or positions of CADA or its member dealers. They are sent for informational
and educational purposes only.

2007 NADA Washington, D.C. Conference

The focus of this year’s NADA Washington D.C. Conference was loud and clear: the industry is in a state of transition. To what extent remains to be seen in the upcoming year, but be assured significant changes will transform the auto marketplace.

CLICK HERE to read this article by CAR lobbyist Jeremy Cottrell.

TITLE & REGISTRATION: VEHICLES DONATED TO A COLLEGE FROM A DEALER

The Department of Revenue Titles and Registration Section issued the attached memo relating to title processing for vehicles donated to a public college or university.

CLICK HERE to view or download the memo.

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NEW SAFETY LABELS NOW REQUIRED

As of Sept.1, vehicle manufacturers were required to include National Highway Traffic Safety Administration New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) safety ratings on automobile Monroney labels. By law, automobiles include passenger cars and vans, station wagons, sport-utility vehicles, crossovers, and small buses under 10,000 lb. gross vehicle weight rating. Because NCAP assigns star ratings based on test performance, the new safety information label is known as “star for cars” and features a one to five-star graphic display.

NHTSA conducts NCAP testing on a rolling basis throughout the model year, but does not test all models and doesn’t always conduct all tests for each model. Manufacturers are required to add safety label information to Monroney labels within 30 days of receiving NCAP test results. NHTSA offers an explanatory brochure titled Coming to a Window Sticker Near You… It includes sample labels and can be used to help consumers understand the new safety information. The new labels reference www.safercar.gov and NHTSA’s hotline.

NHTSA also requires dealerships that alter covered vehicles to attach a second label adjacent to the Monroney label stating that the vehicle has been altered. Changes made to used vehicles are not subject to alteration labeling.

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If you have questions on any legal or regulatory topics, please contact:

Tim Jackson, President, tim.jackson@cadaonline.org, 303.282.1448
Tammi McCoy, VP, tammi.mccoy@cadaonline.org, 303.282.1449

DISCLAIMER: CADA is not authorized to dispense legal advice. The Information contained in this weekly email is intended to provide important updates and reminders regarding statutes, litigation, and regulations. CADA always advises that dealers
should consult legal counsel on the specifics of any laws or regulations to ensure proper compliance.

TITLE PROCESSING MANUALS AVAILABLE FOR SALE

CADA’s summer series of Title Processing seminars has concluded, but the in-depth Title Processing manual developed for those sessions is still available to dealerships. CLICK HERE for an order form. This manual will be updated on an ongoing basis with changes from the various counties and the state as CADA is made aware. Updates for the remainder of this year will be provided as part of the initial cost; future years will require some annual maintenance cost that has not yet been defined.

An overview of the information gathered is included below:

I. TRAINING PRESENTATIONS

II. SALES/USE TAX RESOURCES

CLICK HERE to view the table of contents for this section

III. COUNTY SUPPLEMENTS

Denver metro surrounding area counties were asked to provide sample materials, forms or information specific to their internal procedures and requirements. A screen print of the main page of each county Motor Vehicle Department is included and information provided to CADA
has been included.

CLICK HERE to view the table of contents for this section

IV. COUNTY TRAINING MANUAL EXCERPTS

Several metro area counties have detailed training manuals that have been somewhat co-developed and are all fairly similar. These cover
all key areas of title processing and include more details about the implementation of state requirements, as provided to counties in the State Administrative Title Procedures Manual

CLICK HERE to view the table of contents for this section

V. STATE MEMOS/UPDATES
Various state forms revision announcements, memos, and other correspondence.

VI. COLORADO ADMINISTRATIVE TITLE PROCEDURES MANUAL

State manual with detailed process and procedures provided to counties.

CLICK HERE to view the table of contents for this section

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F&i RESOURCE CENTER: SALES ASSOCIATE TRAINING AND EDUCATION

CADA member dealers asked for it and
your CADA F&I Resource Center delivered!

Many CADA member dealers have recently pointed out not enough time is spent in training your sales associates in ways to help build a stronger hand off to F&I and to help your customers have the best possible purchase experience, both of which drive bottom-line profits. This two day course is exactly what is needed to cover these important areas and much more.

Sales Associate Training and Education
by Jan Kelly of Kelly Enterprises Inc.

Oct. 16-17 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. both days

William D. Barrow Building (CADA headquarters),
290 E. Speer Blvd, Denver 80203

Course Content and Purpose Covered by Jan Kelly of Kelly Enterprises Inc.

Discover the necessary strategies and techniques to stay at the controls of the sales
Address the sales cycle missteps that prevent good salespeople from making the sale.

Jan Kelly, president and principal consultant of Kelly Enterprises Inc. will utilize her 25+ years of industry experience to train these important areas. Jan’s skills have been tested and sharpened by being an NADA approved and in-demand speaker for industry events like NADA, Dealer 20-Groups, and as a featured writer for industry publications such as F&I Management and Technology Magazine and AutoExec.

Day 1 Prospecting ~ Creative ways to expand your customer pipeline

Web Tracks ~ Turning cyber leads into brick & mortar customers
Phone Scripts ~ Increasing floor traffic with on-target messages

**Day 2 Road to a $ale ~** 10 quick steps to the Sale and Success

Negotiation ~ Playing by the rules that let everyone win

Getting Results ~ the S•M•A•R•T approach to the numbers game

REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE to download the flyer and registration form or CLICK HERE to register online. Contact Chad Julius at chad.julius@cadaonline.org or 303.319.8039 for more information on this CADA member-only training. Reservations must be made by Friday, Oct. 5! Don’t delay…call today and reserve your spot!

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Topics
City

Date/Time

Location

Sales Associate Training and Education
by Jan Kelly of Kelly Enterprises Inc. Denver Tuesday, Oct. 16 and Wednesday, Oct. 17
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. both days William D. Barrow Building
(CADA Headquarters)
290 E. Speer Blvd, 80203
(SW Corner of Grant/Speer)
CLICK HERE to download the flyer and registration form or CLICK HERE to register online. For more information, contact Chad Julius at 303.319.8039 or chad.julius@cadaonline.org

Adverse Action Notices: What You Need To Know
NADA Webinar Online Tuesday, Oct. 23
11 a.m.-1 p.m. MST (1-3 p.m. EST) CLICK HERE to register. The fee is $199 per computer connection. Email any questions to seminars@nada.org or call 703.821.7273.

Event Description Date/Time Location

CADA Regional
Member Briefings

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MDADA
Annual
Membership
Meeting

Ten meetings
for dealers
across Colorado

CLICK HERE for a full list of meeting locations, dates and times and to register online.
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Tuesday, Nov. 27
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

lunch included

rsvp@cadaonline.org

* Please note different RSVP
for Colorado Springs and
Pueblo meetings.

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Cherry Hills Country Club
4125 S. University Blvd.
Cherry Hills Village, 80113

Attendees can register through
CADA via phone, fax or e-mail.
P: 303.831.1722
F: 303.831.9100
E-mail: rsvp@cadaonline.org

NADC
(National Association of Dealer Counsel)
Fall Workshop
Oct. 15-16

NADC membership required
CADA strongly encourages membership in NADC.
Hermitage Hotel,
Nashville,TN
(Reserve rooms by Sept. 12 for discounted rate)
CLICK HERE to link to the NADC web site.

NADA 91st Annual Convention & Expo Feb.9-12, 2008 Moscone Center,
San Francisco, CA

Denver International
Auto Show March 26-30, 2008 Colorado Convention Center, Denver

CADA Golf Event

Monday, Sept. 8, 2008
Columbine Country Club
17 Fairway Lane
Columbine Valley, 80123

LET US KNOW ABOUT YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS!

Have you or anyone else at your dealership won an award recently? Has your dealership provided any outstanding community service? We want to recognize such accomplishments. Please send us a brief write-up of the award or event along with any other information to milestones@cadaonline.org. Also include your contact information for further follow-up.

Day 2 Road to a $ale ~ 10 quick steps to the Sale and Success

**Day 2 Road to a $ale ~** 10 quick steps to the Sale and Success