SB173: Modifying certain guidelines for motor vehicle dealers, distributors, wholesalers, and manufacturers

Legislative Summary

The purpose of this bill generally relates to new motor vehicle dealers, distributors, wholesalers, manufacturers, factory branches, and distributor branches. The bill defines terms. The bill clarifies a manufacturer's obligations for warranty and recall reimbursement to a new motor vehicle dealer. The bill restricts the manufacturer and distributor right of first refusal. The bill identifies and clarifies unlawful and prohibited practices. Finally, the bill clarifies statutory authority of dealer data systems vendor agreements.