Today's show features:
- Kelly Van Blommestein, Dealer Principal / Managing Director at Werribee and Western Auto Group
- Adam Crowell, Chief Legal & Strategy Officer at KPA
- Barrett (Charapp) Beaty, Partner at Charapp & Weiss, LLP
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Key Moments:
05:41 Auto Industry Headlines Roundup
10:19 Australia Dealer Interview Chinese Brands
28:57 Overfuel Sponsor Break
29:47 FTC Warning Letter Deep Dive
46:24 Disclosures Must Be Visible
47:28 OEM Incentives And Liability
49:20 Doc Fees In Advertised Price
52:19 Barrett Beatty On FTC Guidance
01:06:12 Roundtable Takeaways And Next Steps
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