Pub. 4 2015-2016 Issue 4

4 San Diego Dealer Cha i rman ’s Le t t e r New Car Dealers Association ® San Diego County 10065 Mesa Ridge Court San Diego, CA 92121-2916 Tel: (858) 550-0080 Fax: (858) 550-9537 www.ncda.com NCDA Board of Directors Board Officers Paul Dyke CHAIRMAN Jennifer Brown VICE CHAIRMAN Dave McCracken SECRE TARY/TREASURER DavidWolfson PAST CHAIRMAN Board Members Chris Baker John Ball Jo Hannah Hoehn Tim Brecht Tom Brecht Doug Fuller Greg Kaminsky Dave McCracken Owen Mossy D ear Dealer Members, I trust 2016 is in full swing as we head into what is predicted to be another 3rd/4th quarter for vehicle sales. 2015 remained positive in our market with county new-retail registrations increasing 10.3% from 2014 to 2015. Market trends indicate we can expect to increase 3.7% in 2016. These figures are a great reminder of the tremendous impact our industry has on the San Diego County market. OVER 10 BILLION DOLLARS in vehicle sales is astounding. If you haven’t done so already, please take a fewmoments to review the Economic Impact Report that the New Car Dealers Association recently sent out. It is posted on the NCDA website, www.ncda.com under the Industry Reports. As I head into my last quarter as Chairman of the New Car Dealers Association, this will be my last letter addressing the membership. I can’t reiterate enough what a first-class organization this is. My tenure as Chairman has been a rewarding experience and I am extremely proud of the work the NCDA does for dealers.With the ever-changing landscape of our industry, the NCDA continues to be at the forefront of issues that affect our day-to- day business. I have been able to see first- hand how the Association protects us when complicated issues arise, and be the voice for the dealers with government officials. My hat goes off to NCDA President, Dean Mansfield and his talented leadership. Dean and the NCDA staff have been a pleasure to work with this last year and I thank them for their service. I would also like to thank my fellow Boardmembers. While I will remain inmy role as Chairman until June, I am thankful for the opportunity to address the membership and highly encourage you to be proactive with the New Car Dealers Association. Sincerely, Paul Dyke Chairman, New Car Dealers Association