Facing increasing pressure from automakers using future investments as a bargaining chip, the governor's office is considering a move to repeal the Illinois Warranty Reimbursement Act during the Fall Veto Session which is being held this week and next. The CATA is urging its dealer members to contact their elected officials immediately. We are also requesting that dealers ask their technicians to make calls.   

As a reminder, the warranty reimbursement legislation allows dealers to be fairly compensated for warranty repairs, has resulted in better pay for service technicians and made the automotive technical career choice more attractive in a highly competitive labor market.

Unfortunately, some vehicle manufacturers have communicated to the Pritzker administration that as long as the warranty law is in place in Illinois, they will not consider locating vehicle, parts or battery plants in Illinois.

The CATA asks its dealer members including technicians to contact their state representative and senator immediately to help them understand the impact a repeal of the warranty reimbursement act will have on dealerships and employees. Ask your representatives to vote "no" on any legislation to repeal the warranty reimbursement legislation. You may also want to pass this message along and encourage your employees to contact their legislators.

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