
From the DBJ Archives: What Changed in Dealer Licensing Over the Years
Getting a motor vehicle dealer license may seem like a straightforward administrative step today, but dealer licensing has evolved significantly

Getting a motor vehicle dealer license may seem like a straightforward administrative step today, but dealer licensing has evolved significantly

Independent car dealers operate under a range of federal consumer-protection, financing, privacy, and advertising requirements. In 2026, dealers should pay

The Buy Here Pay Here industry enters 2026 with a combination of opportunity and pressure. Consumers continue to face elevated

Interest rates can have a significant effect on a Buy Here Pay Here dealership, even when the dealership finances customers

Independent dealers and Buy Here Pay Here operators continue to face important federal consumer-finance obligations when they arrange or provide

The used vehicle market in 2026 continues to present both opportunities and challenges for independent dealers. Affordability remains a major





