The Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) has recently hired over 60 new inspectors, and inspections are on the rise. As a result, fines for non-compliance are becoming increasingly aggressive. It’s crucial that all dealerships prioritize safety, not only to protect employees but also to avoid costly citations and penalties. MADA members are invited to join us for a complimentary member training program to help your dealership maintain compliance.

MADA Dealership Education Series: MIOSHA Compliance Training
February 27, 2025  |  9:00 am – 12:00 pm
In-person training at the MADA Office (East Lansing)

Speaker: Ken Smylie | VP Loss Control, MADSIF

This training program is designed to equip dealership staff with the knowledge and tools needed to establish a strong safety culture, which will help your dealership prevent injuries and stay in compliance with MIOSHA regulations.

Discussion topics:

• Common MIOSHA Violations: Learn about the most frequently cited safety violations, and how to avoid them.
• Identifying Hazards: Understand how to identify unsafe acts and hazardous facility conditions.
• Employee Safety Training: Discover how to implement effective training programs for your team that ensure everyone understands safety protocols and procedures.
• Safe Equipment Operation: Gain insight on proper equipment operation and handling of hazardous materials.
• Signage & Labeling Requirements: Learn about required and recommended safety signage to keep your workplace informed and compliant.

Q&A will follow the presentation, giving you the opportunity to ask questions specific to your dealership’s needs.

Registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/cB4ZAPDpqn

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Following is a brief overview of Michigan-specific business operations for 2025. Please click the links provided for further information. You may also contact MADA at (800) 292-1923 or email news@michiganada.org.

Sales Tax on the Difference Beginning Jan. 1, 2025, owners trading in a motor vehicle receive a sales tax credit for the vehicle’s trade-in value up to a maximum of $11,000. This amount increases $1,000 annually and is based on the delivery date of the vehicle. [FAQ]

Documentary Preparation Fee DIFS is reviewing the prior-year consumer price index to determine if Michigan’s doc fee will be adjusted for 2025/2026. Until a determination is announced, the current fee remains in place. [link]

Obsolete CVR Tabs Obsolete 2024 tabs must be returned to the CVR Warehouse by Jan. 20, 2025. See this handout with steps to return unused inventory and properly mark 2024 tabs as obsolete.

Minimum Wage On Jan. 1, 2025, Michigan’s minimum wage rate increased to $10.56 per hour. Effective Feb. 21, 2025, the rate increases again to $12.48. [link]

EV Registration Fees As of Jan. 1, 2025, the Michigan Motor Fuel Tax Act increased the fuel tax, which also increased the registration fees for plug-in hybrid and EVs. The fee increase is $3 for PHEV and $5 for electric vehicles. [fee breakdown]

Unemployment Insurance Taxes Effective Jan. 1, employers will be taxed on a smaller portion of the wages they pay to employees. When calculating first quarter payments, qualified employers will be taxed on the first $9,000 in wages per employee (down from $9,500). [link]

Dealer Plates | Tabs Previous-year tabs for dealer plates remain active through the last day of February (Feb. 28, 2025). MDOS continues to mail dealer-plate tabs for the new year.

Sales Tax and Out-of-State Buyers 2025 instructions for Michigan vehicle dealers collecting sales tax from buyers who will register and title their vehicle in another state or country. [link]