Car Dealership Guy Podcast Dyjak/York on PARTS Act, Nens on Buyer Privacy, Johnson on EOS Gains | Daily Dealer Live
Jan 21, 2026
Guests include Charlie Dyjak, Senior Manager at NADA, focused on legislative policy; Sherryl Nens, SVP at Privacy4Cars, specializing in vehicle data privacy; and Josh Johnson, CEO of Don Johnson Auto Group, who advocates for effective dealership cultures. They delve into the PART Act addressing catalytic converter theft and its implications for dealers. Sherryl highlights vehicle data risks and solutions for privacy compliance. Josh discusses EOS as a transformative operational framework, emphasizing the importance of trust and leadership in dealerships.
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Why Catalytic Converter Theft Spiked
- Catalytic converter theft surged because precious metals make quick cash and scrap markets lack traceability.
- Federal marking, scrapkeeping floor, grants, and stiffer penalties can restore traceability and deter organized theft.
How The PART Act Creates Traceability
- The PART Act pairs vehicle-level unique IDs with federal scrap rules and grants to push markings through the fleet.
- That combination aims to shorten investigative time and make prosecutions easier.
Dealer Group Hit Repeatedly By Theft
- Greg York shared his group had about 30 catalytic converters stolen last year across customers and inventory.
- Customer cars getting hit creates complex service, parts, and relationship fallout.