But first, a word from our sponsor

“American Fidelity is more than an insurance company. We also offer benefits strategies to help empower you to make benefits decisions that help both your organization and your employees. Our goal is to act as an extension of your human resources department. We educate, enroll, and support the development of competitive employee benefits packages—all while ensuring seamless administration and employee satisfaction."

ANNOUNCEMENT:

With the recent increased interest in Fine Art among the Maryland Region, RADD will officially be converting its focus from automotive to this emerging community and associated news. Please welcome the Regional Art Dealers Digest 🎨

April Fools

Speaking of art and corny jokes, here’s something that’s not a prank — This piece of “art” sold for $28 MILLION DOLLARS. Maybe we are all in the wrong industry… 🙃

What is Liberation Day?

As many of you may know Wednesday marked the start of the 25% tax on foreign autos as a government imposed “reciprocal tariff”.

Today being the first day following the aftermath, what this will mean for the industry is still speculative. Many do not believe the tariffs will stick, but all agree that this will spell trouble for the auto industry.

How are the recent tariffs affecting your dealership? Let us know

I know these all seem VERY believable, but I assure you, they are just April Fools jokes 👍

We are excited to introduce Ourisman Pet Chauffer Service. Because your pets have places to be, and we’re here to get them there in style. 🐾✨

Features Include: ✅ Custom pup-friendly seating ✅ Complimentary treats & belly rubs ✅ GPS set to the nearest squirrel park

📞 Book your pet’s ride today… at 1-800-April-Fools. #AprilFools #April1st #OurismanPetChauffer

✨ Introducing the Jones Junction Invisible Air Freshener!👃🚗

The perfect solution to keeping your vehicle smelling fresh without the distraction of a hanging air freshener.

FOR TODAY ONLY❗️ Who needs a hanging air freshener when you can have... nothing at all? 🤣 #CarAccessories #AprilFirst #AprilFools

🐶🚗 Buy a car today and get a free puppy co-pilot! 🐾 (Alright, maybe not…but we do sponsor the adoption fee for the dog of the week at the Humane Society of Calvert County. We are sure your furry friend will love riding in your new ride!) #AprilFools #PawsomeDeals

IT’S OFFICIAL —

MADA Annual Meeting at ASOTUCON

Date: 5/15/25 Time: 8-10AM Location: Live Hotel Maryland

Please access the sponsorship and registration links below:

🚨 Back to tariffs 🚨

We highly encourage you to listen to Car Dealership Guy’s recent “Emergency Podcast With 8 Top Dealers And Insiders”.

Car Dealership Guy - Auto Tariffs Are Coming– Now What?

ONLY 20 DAYS AWAY!

MADA Title & Registration Seminar

The Association has been offering Title & Registration (T&R) Seminars since 1993. After a pause during COVID, we're excited to be back!

Join us to review both the old and new T&R procedures, and take advantage of the opportunity to meet with MVA personnel who make day-to-day decisions that impact your business. These seminars provide a valuable forum for discussing issues that affect us all. One of the highlights is the insightful questions raised by attendees, which also benefit the MVA by shedding light on your challenges. The knowledge gained from these seminars can help you avoid potential problems at your dealership.

For more information and questions, please email [email protected]