Calif. governor signs dealer franchise, data privacy legislation

California Governor — Gov. Gavin Newsom (BLOOMBERG)

October 14, 2019 06:00 PM

California auto dealers will be able to recoup costs for warranty and recall work at rates closer to what retail customers pay, after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an update to the state's dealer franchise law.

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