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Advertising Specialties

WATDASI Forms offers a full line of advertising specialties to meet all of your dealership needs. When you support WATDA Services, you support yourself.

John Strange, Account Manager; 608-334-9020
jstrange@watda.org
Alec Snyder, Account Rep; 608-577-5426
asnyder@watda.org
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​www.watdasi.com
Phone: (800) 236-7672


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Dealership Bonds

​WATDA offers reasonably priced bonds to those qualified dealers obtaining or renewing their dealer license.  Our surety bonds are competitively priced and we provide prompt processing service. WATDA also offers many other commonly required bonds including Wisconsin Notary Bonds, License and Permit Bonds, Miscellaneous Bonds, Court Bonds, and Probate Bonds. As well as ERISA Bonds, Business Service Bonds, Employee Dishonestly/Fidelity, Commercial Contract and others.

We can handle your non-standard Commercial business too! Our program is administered by NFP provides bonding options for cancelable bonds up to $100,000 when Principal's credit scores do not qualify in standard markets.

To learn more about WATDA dealership bonds and to obtain a copy of the application contact Meghan Hruska by phone at (608) 251-5577, or email at mhruska@watda.org. If there are any other types of bonds you are interested in, please contact us and we will get the necessary information and application to you.


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Electronic Vehicle Registrations

A trusted registration and title technology partner of dealers across Wisconsin since 1999 – Dealertrack is proud to be the endorsed Reg & Title solution of WATDA.
 
With more and more dealerships looking to deliver upon a simple and easy way to sell vehicles – don't let electronic registration and title processing be a difficult and time-bogging effort. The Dealertrack Wisconsin Reg & Title solution delivers a unique combination of industry-leading technology, best-in-class service and support, and an unwavering commitment to compliance that can help mitigate margin compression, maximize profitability, and help you deliver the start-to-finish experience your customers expect.
 
Dealertrack is a leading provider of digital solutions to the automotive retail industry, helping dealers transform the way they sell cars – both efficiently and profitably. Our integrated and intuitive approach to products and services makes your workflows more simple, transparent, and profitable. From Digital Retailing tools that bridge the gap between the online and in-store experience to the largest lender network in North America, we help enable the transformation of auto retailing through a comprehensive solution set spanning DMS, Fixed Operations, Sales and F&I, and Registration and Titling.

​Contact Jerrod Wertz, Regional Sales Manager at (262) 239-9078


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F&I Products

​Your only WATDA Endorsed F & I Provider in Wisconsin
Ethos Group partners with retail automotive dealers to promote an ethical, customer-focused approach to the sale, financing and servicing of automobiles. We drive profits and customer retention by helping the dealership create a world-class ownership experience.

​Contact Ronnie Coleman (319) 270-0350 or rcoleman@ethosgroup.com


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Employee Benefits - Cafeteria Plan

As an endorsed WATDA plan provider, American Fidelity has established a quality reputation when it comes to our Section 125 administrative services. Whether you currently have a Section 125 program and are simply looking to enhance it, or are interested in setting up a new program, we can help. 

By partnering with American Fidelity and moving toward using their Section 125 Plan/FSA Administration, you and your employees will continue to receive:
  • Section 125 administrative services, including plan document support and compliance hotline;
  • Complete program education and enrollment through group meetings, along with one-on-one benefit enrollments with a Wisconsin-based, salaried, career account manager;
  • Upfront funding of Health FSA plans, with reimbursements beginning on the first day of the plan year, regardless if funds have been received – just like you have experienced with WATDA;
  • Year-round support for new hires, benefit fairs, and Wisconsin-based, salaried, career account managers to assist with questions;
  • FSA Administration with complimentary debit card(s);
  • Timely reimbursements of submitted claims;
  • Direct Deposit or paper check options; and
  • Full benefit enrollment, including core and supplemental insurance products, to streamline your employees’ enrollment experience. A WATDA Benefit Specialist is available to partner with American Fidelity throughout the entire communication process.Online claims submission by simply uploading receipts for reimbursement;PLUS… Additional Support Now Available To You!
  • On-site counsel to assist with your Section 125 or Health Care Reform questions and needs;
  • Daily claims processing;
  • Insuring the “risk” associated with the Health FSA;
  • AFA MobileTM, AFA’s Mobile App;
  • Educational materials, tools, and resources including online tax-savings calculators, expense worksheets, and more;
  • VIP email updates on important Health Care Reform developments;
  • One-on-one strategy sessions to discuss long-term plan options and implementation steps;
  • Discounted Health Care Reform Webinars; and
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) administration

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Buyers Guides, Labels, Uploads & Online Inventory

Vehicle Details offers Wisconsin Buyers Guides PLUS - Print your Wisconsin Buyers Guide in perfect compliance. In addition, you may choose to print Custom Data Labels designed specifically for your dealership, Certified Labels and/or upload to websites daily. Franchised or independent, works for anyone.

For a no obligation demonstration, contact:
John Strange - jstrange@watda.org / 608-334-9020
Alec Snyder - asnyder@watda.org / 608-577-5426
For repeat orders, please call (800) 236-7672


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Retail Warranty Reimbursement

Armatus Dealer Uplift provides the industry’s only fully outsourced Retail Warranty Parts & Labor Reimbursement Submission Service, and is by far the largest provider of these services in the U.S., with over 8,000 successful submissions in 50 states.
 
Armatus’ many advantages include: proprietary software to identify your optimal parts mark up and labor rate increase; extensive knowledge of state laws and factory protocols; a staff dedicated solely to Retail Warranty Reimbursement, with over 800 years of combined automotive industry experience.

Our average client gains $170,604 in parts and labor combined annually per store and our fees are fully contingent on your manufacturer approving your submission; meaning we walk in your shoes, and are incentivized to get you the best result as quickly as possible. Dealers have virtually no administrative burden and are assured of optimal results that are delivered with unparalleled speed and accuracy.


​Armatus Dealer Uplift
217 International Circle, Suite 150
Hunt Valley, Maryland 21030

info@dealeruplift.com
www.dealeruplift.com
(888) 477-2228

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Vehicle Registration Reports

New Vehicle Reports
Monthly reports include cars and trucks in selected markets, indicate "pump ins", and "pump outs", and provide summary sales analysis. Also available is a unique market analysis report which shows market share by dealer and make.

Used Vehicle Reports
Available on a quarterly basis, you get makes, years and types of used vehicles sold by dealers and the private market.

We also have the capability to produce specialized reports customized to your needs.  Have an idea for something you would like to see?  Let us know, and we can put together a registration report to meet your needs.

​Reg-Trak, Inc.
790 Lexington Way
Waterloo, WI 53594

(920) 478-2909 or Call WATDA at (608) 251-5577
scott@reg-trak.com


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Buying Cooperative

A dealer-owned cooperative plan enables dealers to purchase parts and other equipment at reduced prices compared to other sources, plus receive annual rebate checks.

WISCO CO-OP ASSOCIATION
401 South Hume Ave., P. O. Box 665
Marshfield, WI 54449-0665
(715) 387-3418, (800) 274-2319
www.wisco.com


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Environmental Paint & Interior Protection

Featuring Appearance Protection Programs. Fully insured warranties.  ECP has been endorsed by WATDA since 1980. ECP offers a diversified line of products and programs which include: Appearance Protection/Protective Coatings, Optional Protection Products and Customer Appreciation Programs for new, pre-driven and leased vehicles as well as a complete line of Detailing, Prep, Service, Facility Chemicals and Supplies. Over 14,000 dealers use ECP products, programs, and services.

ECP Incorporated
Appearance Protection Programs for New, Used & Lease Vehicles
11210 Katherine’s Crossing Suite 100
Woodridge, IL 60517
www.ecpinc.net

Approved Laser Form Suppliers

The following suppliers have worked with WATDA to develop WATDA copyrighted forms for laser printed applications and are currently producing laser forms for dealerships.
  •     ​ADAM Systems
  •     Advent Resources
  •     Arcadium Technologies, LLC
  •     AutoMaster
  •     Auto/Mate
  •     Autosoft
  •     CDK
  •     DCS (Summit Venture Group)
  •     DealerBuilt - Lightyear Dealer Management
  •     Dealer Dynamics (AFA)
  •     DealerTrack
  •     Finance Express, LLC/Dealer Socket
  •     Frazer Computing
  •     Karmak
  •     Micro 21
  •     PBS Dealer Services
  •     ProMax/Dealer Marketing Service
  •     Supreme Software
  •     Tekion
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  • Dealer Resources
    • Find a Legislator
    • Government & Industry Relations
    • Forms & Products
    • Endorsed Services
    • WATDA Online Learning
    • Useful Links
  • Upcoming Events
    • Calendar
  • Membership
    • Join the Association
    • WATDA Dealer Bonds
    • Member Login
  • About Us
    • WATDA Staff
    • Board Members
    • Advocacy
    • History
    • Contact
  • The Foundation
    • Scholarship Information
    • Question & Answers
    • Major Contributors
    • Charter Founders
    • Foundation Board of Directors
    • CONTACT