Bill > SB5945

This bill amends various sections of Washington state law to regulate the relationship between motor vehicle dealers and manufacturers, importers, and distributors. The key provisions are: - Expanding the definition of "manufacturer" to include entities that indirectly control or direct the management and policies of a manufacturer. - Prohibiting manufacturers from offering subscription services for vehicle features that use already-installed hardware, with some exceptions. - Requiring manufacturers to compensate dealers for parts and labor at rates at least equal to the dealer's non-warranty retail rates, and to compensate dealers for parts provided by the manufacturer. - Increasing the time period for manufacturers to approve or disapprove warranty claims from 30 to 90 days. - Prohibiting manufacturers from implementing incentive programs that do not provide equal opportunity for all dealers to qualify. - Limiting the ability of manufacturers to charge back warranty claims or audits after one year, except in cases of fraud. The overall goal is to promote fair and efficient business practices between dealers and manufacturers, and to ensure dealers can effectively manage their businesses.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5945&Year=2023&Initiative=false