News & Resources

March 18, 2026

If you want to understand where the next wave of cyber risk is hitting dealerships, powersports stores, and RV centers, look past the showroom and straight into the service lane. Upstream’s 2026 Global Automotive & Smart Mobility Cybersecurity Report makes it clear: attackers are no longer just targeting vehicles or OEM cloud platforms—they’re exploiting every […]

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February 25, 2026

Dealerships increasingly rely on website banners to manage customer tracking preferences—but recent lawsuits show that many banners don’t actually do what they claim. And regulators, especially in California, are making it clear: if your website says it honors opt‑out choices, it must do so in practice. A recent class action against the ATP Tour illustrates […]

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February 18, 2026

If you thought phishing was just about shady emails, think again. The latest wave of cyberattacks is hitting retailers through their ears—literally. It’s called vishing (voice phishing), and it’s been used to trick staff into handing over access to CRM systems like Salesforce. Even tech giants like Allianz Life, Google and Cisco have been caught […]

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January 14, 2026

As of January 1, 2026, the Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act (KCDPA) is officially in force, adding to the growing list of state-specific privacy laws. This act brings new expectations for any dealership that sells to or maintains a business relationship with Kentucky consumers. The law gives residents important rights over their personal data, including […]

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December 3, 2025

700Credit recently announced that they were the victims of a hack that exposed personally Identifiable Information (PII). This event highlights the urgent need for dealerships to strengthen their data protection practices. You can read more about the breach here and here. Even if your store has not been directly impacted, this event underscores the importance […]

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November 12, 2025

In today’s digital landscape, senior executives aren’t just leading organizations; they’re becoming prime targets. For auto, RV, and powersport dealerships, where leadership often holds direct access to financial systems, customer data, and vendor relationships, the risk is especially acute. But this threat extends far beyond the showroom floor. Any organization with high-profile executives and valuable […]

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November 12, 2025

Watch this video where our Chief Compliance Officer, Matt Vatter, discusses the risks dealers face and what Accelerate2Compliance does to help them address these risks and better protect their customers’ data and themselves.

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October 14, 2025

In August 2025, Motility Software Solutions, a widely used dealer management system (DMS) provider for powersport and RV dealerships, suffered a significant ransomware attack that compromised the personal data of over 766,000 individuals. The breach exposed sensitive information, including names, birthdates, Social Security numbers, and driver’s license details. Although Motility has restored its systems and […]

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October 7, 2025

If you’re running a dealership, you’ve probably got enough on your plate: inventory, customer service, compliance, driving foot traffic, and keeping your digital tools up to date. But there’s a new kind of threat creeping into the industry, and it’s not just targeting the big guys anymore. Meet the emerging cybercrime collectives like Scattered Spider […]

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September 23, 2025

Salt Typhoon, Scattered Spider, Shiny Hunter, and Silent Starling – sounds like code names from a spy novel, right? These are groups that are actively trying to infiltrate your digital systems and steal your data. Groups like these have compromised hospital systems, payroll platforms, cloud vendors, automobile OEMs, and even cybersecurity firms. Your industry is […]

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