But first, a word from our sponsor

“Crovato BG Products and Services is the official supplier of BG Products and Services. We offer Service Solutions that generate efficient, effective, and profitable fixed operations revenue."

NEW From MADA and RADD

MADA Membership Program

MADA is excited to announce a new membership option for our associate members starting in 2025. You can still renew your associate membership as in previous years.

The new recommended associate membership will offer enhanced advertising opportunities. Vendors who partner with dealer members and provide satisfactory service will be designated as a Recommended Associate Member (RAM) on the MADA website and directory. As a RAM, your company will be promoted in MADA's official newsletter, the Regional Automobile Dealers Digest (RADD), with an introductory post and a second annual post showcasing a RAM product. Additionally, RAMs will be listed as MADA/RADD partners on the RADD website.

Email [email protected] for more information!

Thanksgiving’s on RADD this year!

Don’t bother yourself with shopping, cooking, and preparing your own Thanksgiving dinner this year — We’ve got you covered. RADD will be giving away a FREE Thanksgiving Whole Turkey Meal prepared by Whole Foods to one of our lucky subscribers!

Here’s how you can enter:

Just email [email protected] with the subject line RADD Giveaway and let me know where the closest whole foods is to you! That’s it!

The winner will be announced in our next newsletter on 11/13. Good Luck!

Daylight Saving Time

Not “Saving’s” Time

Ah yes, we meet again… We’ve gone back in time for Daylight Saving Time. If you are among the majority, you’re more than sick of it.

So, why do we do this? Where are the origins? What are the benefits? Are there benefits?

You probably think you know the answer; It was for farmers so they could have more daylight to work.

Wrong. That is a myth.

Turns out, it’s roots are in Europe and it has nothing to do with farming, and much more to do with candles. 🤯

As with just about any “tradition'“, there are varying accounts as to where and when DST started, however, they all agree it was in the interest of saving energy (candles) in the early hours of the day. Seems a little antiquated; No?

So, basically, we have no real use for Daylight Saving Time (unless you don’t have electricity) and states have an ability to opt out of DST, but they can't permanently observe it.

It’s all… weird.

BG Rev-It Automated Throttle Actuator Tool

The BG Rev-It Tool creates labor without requiring a technician to "babysit" while the service is being performed. Like having a "free helper" that never calls out sick, complains, or requires vacation!

Contact Crovato Products & Services to learn more about the Revit-It and how you can improve productivity today!

Phone — (703)405-7855

Email — [email protected]

Finally, let’s shine the spotlight on our local dealers

@AudiTysonsCorner celebrated Jack Busch’s 40th anniversary 🎉 with a team barbecue honoring his dedication to Penske Automotive Group. General Manager Sam Alimi and Area HR Manager Caroline Ruckstuhl presented Jack with some thoughtful gifts, recognizing his impactful contributions to the organization.

🚚 Pack the Truck for Our Heroes 🇺🇸

Starting November 8th, the Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships and Collision Centers will kick off our 8th Annual Pack the Truck Supply Drive, benefitting the United Service Organizations (USO)®! We're packing trucks with essential supplies, snacks, and monetary donations to support our military heroes year-round.

Celebrating 5 years of partnership! 🌟 Sheehy Toyota of Stafford has contributed an amazing $170,000 to Stafford County Public Schools, supporting programs in Special Education, Career & Technical Education, English Learners, and more. This year’s $35,000 donation will empower even more students and bring impactful initiatives to life—like the 2025 Family Engagement Bus! 🚍

Excited to welcome John to the Ourisman team! New to the auto biz, a big fan of the G70, and a cinematography enthusiast! 🎥 #MeetTheTeam

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Racked up 5 stars thanks to Omar. Much gratitude for the stellar rating by Kayla!

PSA: IF RADD IS NOT AMONG YOUR FOLLOWERS, LET US KNOW.

We want to know what you guys are up to. Message us on social media, email us at [email protected], or call us at (443) 440-5088. We are here and we are excited to connect.

Feel free to send pictures, stories, events, and anything community related. We want to be your stage!(There might even be a swag bag in it for you)

After all, that’s what RADD is all about; Fostering connections, creating community, and delivering invaluable resources, mentorship, and talent to empower the next generation of automotive leaders for sustained success.

I hope your favorite team wins this Sunday 🤞