Mike Stanton pushes back on “middleman tax” claims

Mike Stanton pushes back on “middleman tax” claims

Author: Jim Fitzpatrick April 15, 2026 Duration: 16:12
Mike Stanton, CEO and President of the National Automobile Dealers Association, examines the debate סביב claims that franchised dealerships act as a “middleman tax” in vehicle pricing. He challenges recent findings from the International Center for Law & Economics, arguing that the analysis overlooks the operational realities of automotive retail and the value dealers provide. Stanton explains how dealerships manage inventory risk, integrate sales and service functions, and support consum...

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