BSM is representing twenty-eight (28) Volkswagen and Audi dealers in Florida challenging Volkswagen Scout’s plans to sell vehicle direct to consumers. The lawsuit has been filed in Florida state court – Miami-Dade County Complex Business Litigation section arguing that VW Scout’s...
BSM Represents 10 New York VW and Audi Dealers in Lawsuit Against VWoA
Written by admin on . Posted in 2025, Newsbrief.
BSM has been retained by ten (10) Volkswagen and Audi dealers in New York to challenge Volkswagen of America’s response to New York’s new warranty time guide reimbursement law. BSM has filed petitions for administrative hearing on behalf of these dealers before the New York Department of...
Jury Finds That Hyundai Failed to Fairly Allocate Vehicles
Written by admin on . Posted in 2025, Newsbrief.
A federal jury in Florida found that Hyundai Motor America breached its Dealer Agreements, and the requirements of Florida law, to fairly and reasonably allocate new vehicles to Universal Hyundai. The jury found that the dealership suffered over $1 million in lost profits as result.
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Preparing Your Dealership for Audits
Written by admin on . Posted in 2025, Franchise News.
By: Danielle Roth
Though manufacturers have the right to audit your dealership’s incentive and warranty claims, most states have statutes that an OEM must follow when performing these audits. These procedures vary by state and are important to be aware of if and when your dealership is...
Optimize your revenue from reimbursed service work
Written by admin on . Posted in 2025, Finance.
By the team at Truist Dealer Services, with special contribution from Jason Allen, a shareholder at Bass Sox Mercer, Attorneys at Law.
Dealerships often depend on healthy margins from service departments to provide a consistent, reliable source of revenue. With 20-40% of total service hours...