--- title: Industry News description: Read the latest in Maine's independent motor vehicle sales and service industries. News delivered to you by the Maine Independent Motor Vehicle Association --- - [Member Login](https://www.member.mimva.org/dashboard) - [Leadership](https://www.mimva.org/leadership) - [Industry News](https://www.mimva.org/news) - [Contact](https://www.mimva.org/contact) [![MIMVA-Logo_W_Tag_Solid](https://www.mimva.org/hs-fs/hubfs/MIMVA-Logo_W_Tag_Solid.png?width=1080&height=302&name=MIMVA-Logo_W_Tag_Solid.png "MIMVA-Logo_W_Tag_Solid")](https://www.mimva.org/) [![MIMVA-Logo_W_Tag_Solid](https://www.mimva.org/hs-fs/hubfs/MIMVA-Logo_W_Tag_Solid.png?width=1080&height=302&name=MIMVA-Logo_W_Tag_Solid.png "MIMVA-Logo_W_Tag_Solid")](https://www.mimva.org/) - [About MIMVA](https://www.mimva.org/about) - [Insurance Plans & Benefits](https://www.mimva.org/insurance) - [Contact](https://www.mimva.org/contact) [GET A FREE QUOTE](https://www.mimva.org/quote) [Free Trial](https://www.hubspot.com/) [Buy Now](https://www.hubspot.com/) [GET A FREE QUOTE](https://www.mimva.org/quote) More results - [About MIMVA](https://www.mimva.org/about) - [Insurance Plans & Benefits](https://www.mimva.org/insurance) - [Contact](https://www.mimva.org/contact) - [Member Login](https://www.member.mimva.org/dashboard) - [Leadership](https://www.mimva.org/leadership) - [Industry News](https://www.mimva.org/news) - [Contact](https://www.mimva.org/contact) [Free Trial](https://www.hubspot.com/)[Buy Now](https://www.hubspot.com/) # Industry News ## [Working Alone in the Automotive Industry: How To Stay Safe & Connected](https://www.mimva.org/news/working-alone-in-the-automotive-industry-how-to-stay-safe-connected) by [**Maine Independent Motor Vehicle Association**](https://www.mimva.org/news/author/maine-independent-motor-vehicle-association) on Jan 3, 2024 2:34:28 PM [![](https://www.mimva.org/hubfs/Male%20mechanic%20with%20flashlight%20examining%20tire.jpeg)](https://www.mimva.org/news/working-alone-in-the-automotive-industry-how-to-stay-safe-connected) The US automotive industry employs nearly 2 million people. At some point in their jobs and careers, many employees will be required to work alone and in circumstances where help might not be accessible in an accident. [Read Story](https://www.mimva.org/news/working-alone-in-the-automotive-industry-how-to-stay-safe-connected) Topics: [Safety](https://www.mimva.org/news/tag/safety) ## [Winter Weather Preparedness: A Guide to Creating a Safety Plan](https://www.mimva.org/news/winter-weather-preparedness-a-guide-to-creating-a-safety-plan) by [**Brian Duplessis, Loss Prevention Supervisor**](https://www.mimva.org/news/author/brian-duplessis-loss-prevention-supervisor) on Nov 20, 2023 10:55:43 AM [![Snowy dealership lot](https://www.mimva.org/hubfs/MIMVA_WinterBlog_Header.jpg)](https://www.mimva.org/news/winter-weather-preparedness-a-guide-to-creating-a-safety-plan) Is your business prepared for the Winter? The winter may conjure comfort with imagery of falling snow, sitting by a fire, hitting the slopes and the holidays. Still, the cold, hard truth is that the business impact of winter weather is anything but idyllic. [Read Story](https://www.mimva.org/news/winter-weather-preparedness-a-guide-to-creating-a-safety-plan) ## [New Title Law – Exempted Vehicles – Effective October 25, 2023](https://www.mimva.org/news/new-title-law-exempted-vehicles-effective-october-25-2023) by [**Maine Bureau of Motor Vehicles**](https://www.mimva.org/news/author/maine-bureau-of-motor-vehicles) on Oct 16, 2023 12:53:53 PM [![](https://www.mimva.org/hubfs/Federal-Advocacy_Maine_Statehouse.jpg)](https://www.mimva.org/news/new-title-law-exempted-vehicles-effective-october-25-2023) As of October 25, 2023, vehicles that are 26 model years and older will be exempt from the requirement for a certificate of title. [Read Story](https://www.mimva.org/news/new-title-law-exempted-vehicles-effective-october-25-2023) Topics: [Regulatory](https://www.mimva.org/news/tag/regulatory) ## [Maine's E-Lien Titling: Key Insights You Can't Miss](https://www.mimva.org/news/maines-e-lien-titling-key-insights-you-cant-miss) by [**Dan Bennett, President**](https://www.mimva.org/news/author/dan-bennett-president) on Aug 28, 2023 11:51:14 AM [![Dan Bennett, MIMVA President at the Maine BMV](https://www.mimva.org/hubfs/Dan-Maine-BMV.jpg)](https://www.mimva.org/news/maines-e-lien-titling-key-insights-you-cant-miss) Last week, MIMVA had an engaging meeting with the Maine BMV's Titling division to discuss an upcoming transition to electronic lien titling that will impact our membership. [Read Story](https://www.mimva.org/news/maines-e-lien-titling-key-insights-you-cant-miss) Topics: [Regulatory](https://www.mimva.org/news/tag/regulatory) ## [Are You Prepared to Help Save a Life?](https://www.mimva.org/news/are-you-prepared-to-help-save-a-life) by [**Matt Foster, Sr. Loss Prevention Consultant**](https://www.mimva.org/news/author/matt-foster-sr-loss-prevention-consultant) on Apr 3, 2023 4:13:29 PM [![](https://www.mimva.org/hubfs/CPRTraining.jpg)](https://www.mimva.org/news/are-you-prepared-to-help-save-a-life) Do you know what to do when someone goes into cardiac arrest? Do you start performing CPR or do you get an AED first? Are you protected from any liability if you perform CPR? You never know when you will find yourself as a bystander, but knowing what to do in that scenario can help sa … [Read Story](https://www.mimva.org/news/are-you-prepared-to-help-save-a-life) Topics: [Safety](https://www.mimva.org/news/tag/safety) ## [Safety Tips for Ladder Usage](https://www.mimva.org/news/safety-tips-for-ladder-usage) by [**Dustin Howe, Loss Prevention Representative**](https://www.mimva.org/news/author/dustin-howe-loss-prevention-representative) on Mar 27, 2023 3:32:09 PM [![](https://www.mimva.org/hubfs/Laddersafety.jpg)](https://www.mimva.org/news/safety-tips-for-ladder-usage) Ladders are a common tool used in a variety of everyday tasks, but using them properly is essential for avoiding accidents. Whether you're a professional or a do-it-yourselfer, you must understand and follow the safety guidelines for ladder usage. In this article, we'll cover the basi … [Read Story](https://www.mimva.org/news/safety-tips-for-ladder-usage) Topics: [Safety](https://www.mimva.org/news/tag/safety) ## [Managing the Risks of New Employees](https://www.mimva.org/news/managing-the-risks-of-new-employees) by [**Maine Independent Motor Vehicle Association**](https://www.mimva.org/news/author/maine-independent-motor-vehicle-association) on Mar 7, 2023 10:17:24 AM [![](https://www.mimva.org/hubfs/newhire.jpg)](https://www.mimva.org/news/managing-the-risks-of-new-employees) We all manage the risks we face every hour of every day. We manage health risks by eating right, exercising, and keeping up with annual physicals. We manage our commuting risks by driving defensively, obeying traffic laws, and avoiding distractions. But here at MIMVA, our staff focuse … [Read Story](https://www.mimva.org/news/managing-the-risks-of-new-employees) Topics: [Safety](https://www.mimva.org/news/tag/safety) ## [Proper Ventilation in the Workplace](https://www.mimva.org/news/proper-ventilation-in-the-workplace) by [**Brian Duplessis, Loss Prevention Supervisor**](https://www.mimva.org/news/author/brian-duplessis-loss-prevention-supervisor) on Mar 7, 2023 10:17:09 AM [![](https://www.mimva.org/hubfs/ventillation.jpg)](https://www.mimva.org/news/proper-ventilation-in-the-workplace) When cold weather sets in, Service Departments close their garage doors. This has an immediate impact on the air quality in the shop, which can lead to service technician complaints centered on inadequate shop ventilation. Vehicle exhaust is loaded with thousands of contaminants resul … [Read Story](https://www.mimva.org/news/proper-ventilation-in-the-workplace) Topics: [Safety](https://www.mimva.org/news/tag/safety) ## [Updated Information On EV Clean Vehicle Tax Credits for Used Vehicles](https://www.mimva.org/news/updated-information-on-ev-clean-vehicle-tax-credits-for-used-vehicles) by [**Maine Independent Motor Vehicle Association**](https://www.mimva.org/news/author/maine-independent-motor-vehicle-association) on Feb 13, 2023 4:27:27 PM [![](https://www.mimva.org/hubfs/DJI_0375.MP4.00_00_02_10.Still001.jpg)](https://www.mimva.org/news/updated-information-on-ev-clean-vehicle-tax-credits-for-used-vehicles) Beginning January 1, 2023, if you buy a qualified previously owned electric vehicle (EV) or fuel cell vehicle (FCV) from a licensed dealer for $25,000 or less, you may be eligible for a previously owned clean vehicle tax credit under Internal Revenue Code Section 25E. A full list of O … [Read Story](https://www.mimva.org/news/updated-information-on-ev-clean-vehicle-tax-credits-for-used-vehicles) Topics: [electric vehicles](https://www.mimva.org/news/tag/electric-vehicles) ## [EV Service Training Compliance: Challenging For Independent Repairers](https://www.mimva.org/news/ev-service-training-compliance-challenging-for-independent-repairers) by [**Brian Duplessis, Loss Prevention Supervisor**](https://www.mimva.org/news/author/brian-duplessis-loss-prevention-supervisor) on Dec 12, 2022 9:57:51 AM [![Electrical circuit board](https://www.mimva.org/hubfs/EVSafety1.jpg)](https://www.mimva.org/news/ev-service-training-compliance-challenging-for-independent-repairers) Resources for compliance are built into the EV training service technicians receive from the manufacturer, aside from possibly some program development and/or record keeping. MIMVA will be able to provide assistance in these deficient areas. 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