MADA is offering three dealership education programs in August to support continuing education for dealers, general managers, office staff and others. This training is covered by your annual MADA membership dues, with additional underwriting from MADA partners. There is no cost to attend, but you must be an MADA dealer-member in good standing to register.
- MARQUETTE – August 5, 2025
- GRAND RAPIDS – August 19, 2025
- MIDLAND – August 20, 2025
TOPICS:
Dealer License Regulations | This session, presented by the Michigan Department of State, covers the basic requirements of the Michigan Vehicle Code, dealer functions, licensing requirements, and CARS e-Services.
MiEFS Training | The MDOS MiEFS team helps ensure secure electronic vehicle transaction processing. They will provide best practices on processing, paperwork and integration with CVR.
CVR User Group | This session from CVR will include new-user tips, processing guidance, inventory management, program updates, and other valuable information for those using CVR.
Sales & Use Tax Regulations | Presented by the Michigan Department of Treasury, this session will help dealerships stay compliant with complex sales and use tax laws. The training will cover tax reporting for vehicle transactions, exemptions, rebates, rescinded deals, and best practices for using Michigan Treasury Online (MTO). Please note: this topic is only scheduled in Marquette.
Q&A will be incorporated into the presentations, allowing attendees to further understand and request clarification about rules and regulations related to operating a dealership in Michigan.
Additional information and registration details will be emailed to dealers/staff who are on the weekly MADA newsletter list. Or email Summer Kniss at skniss@michiganada.org.
Thanks to support from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and CVR, this is a free program for MADA members.

