SB1939 amends the Motor Vehicle Franchise Act to regulate dealership transfers and franchise agreements.
SB1939 amends the Motor Vehicle Franchise Act to regulate dealership transfers and franchise agreements. It prohibits manufacturers from bypassing their franchise networks by directly selling to consumers. It mandates that manufacturers honor succession agreements for deceased or incapacitated dealers. It requires manufacturers to provide fair compensation for warranty repairs and prohibits them from imposing unreasonable restrictions on dealers. It also sets rules for the transfer and relocation of dealerships, including notice and hearing requirements for protesting dealers.
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