OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE NEW HAMPSHIRE AUTOMOBILE DEALERS ASSOCIATION

2025 Pub. 7 Issue 5

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Employee Benefits That Work for You

At the NHADA Insurance Division, we put you in the driver’s seat when it comes to employee benefits. We provide true one-stop shopping with access to medical, dental, vision, short-term disability and life insurance plans, giving members the power to shape benefits at the group level and make the choices that work best for their teams.

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Surcharging Explained

What Dealerships Should Know

Auto and truck dealerships are navigating an evolving payment landscape. With the increased use of credit cards for both vehicle purchases and service transactions, processing costs have become a significant expense. One way dealerships consider managing these costs is through surcharging. At the same time, solutions offered by dealer-focused merchant service providers can help balance compliance, customer satisfaction and profitability.

Surcharging Explained

What Dealerships Should Know

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Doors Are Officially Closed

Carbon Monoxide Issues in Member Service Departments

When cold weather sets in, service departments close their garage doors. This has an immediate impact on the air quality in the shop, which can lead to service technician complaints centered on inadequate shop ventilation. Vehicle exhaust is loaded with thousands of contaminants resulting from the incomplete combustion of fuel. The primary culprit and largest

Doors Are Officially Closed

Carbon Monoxide Issues in Member Service Departments

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NHADA School Safety Presentations

Keeping the Future Industry Safe

By having NHADA conduct HazCom training, Automotive Lift Safety Awareness, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) training for high school automotive classes, students receive an early foundation in workplace safety that mirrors real industry standards.

NHADA School Safety Presentations

Keeping the Future Industry Safe

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2025 Career Day at Manchester Community College

Inspiring Future Automotive Professionals

More than 800 middle and high school students from across New Hampshire gathered at Manchester Community College for the 2025 Automotive Career Day. The event, hosted in partnership with the Community College System of New Hampshire, provided students with the opportunity to explore degree-based automotive technology programs and connect directly with industry leaders.

2025 Career Day at Manchester Community College

Inspiring Future Automotive Professionals

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NH Auto Careers Hits the Road with Automotive Career Exploration Trailer

The New Hampshire Automotive Education Foundation has taken career exploration to the next level with the launch of the NH Auto Careers Exploration trailer — a 24-foot mobile showcase designed to spark interest in automotive and transportation careers across the Granite State.

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The Federal Annual Inspection

What Dealers and Carriers Need to Know

Even as New Hampshire transitions away from its long-standing state vehicle inspection program, one crucial fact remains: Federal law still requires many commercial vehicles to undergo a Federal Annual Inspection every 12 months. This inspection, governed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs), serves as the foundation of the nation’s effort to keep commercial vehicles mechanically safe and roadworthy.

The Federal Annual Inspection

What Dealers and Carriers Need to Know

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A Message From the Chairman: The Power of Volunteerism

Building a Stronger Industry Together

Volunteerism has always been the heartbeat of our association. The automotive community in New Hampshire is built on relationships, shared purpose and a genuine desire to move our industry forward. When our members give their time and talents, the results reach far beyond their own businesses. They strengthen the foundation that keeps New Hampshire’s automotive sector growing and thriving.

A Message From the Chairman: The Power of Volunteerism

Building a Stronger Industry Together

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