Oregon Dealership Training Program
OnlineAutoDealerEd.com offers the highest quality of state-approved, expert driven content for future Oregon autodealers. Our online prelicense course covers the skills needed to be a successful autodealer, including teaching the basic fundamentals of autodealership and ownership, training in business management, reviewing trends, accounting, and covering Oregon state specific rules and laws. We also offer state approved continuing education courses so once you obtain your Oregon Auto Dealer's License, you can keep it up to date.
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Oregon Auto Dealer Pre-License Training
This comprehensive course for Oregon auto dealers covers vital legal and procedural topics required to maintain compliance with state regulations. It includes detailed instructions on vehicle titling, registration, VIN inspections, and the correct use of legal documents such as Power of Attorney and Release of Interest. Additionally, the course addresses the management of salvage titles, imported vehicles, and special cases like leased vehicles. Through structured lessons and practical examples, dealers will learn how to navigate these complex processes effectively, ensuring their operations remain legally sound and efficient.
Oregon 12 Hour Complete CE Package
This 12-hour course for Oregon auto dealers covers essential legal and administrative requirements necessary to maintain compliance with state regulations. The course provides in-depth guidance on topics such as vehicle titling, registration, the use of Power of Attorney, VIN inspections, handling of salvage and imported vehicles, and the proper completion of necessary DMV forms. Through structured lessons, practical examples, and review questions, dealers will gain a comprehensive understanding of these critical processes, ensuring their dealership operations remain legally sound and efficient.
Oregon 4 Hour Auto Dealer CE - Ownership Documents
This course provides Oregon auto dealers with crucial knowledge on handling legal and regulatory aspects of dealership operations. Key topics include the correct use of Power of Attorney, subleasing vehicles, lien claimant responsibilities, and the expedited title process. Additionally, the course covers essential procedures for managing vehicle consignments, trip permits, salvage titles, and security interests. Through detailed lessons and practical examples, dealers will learn how to navigate these complex legal requirements effectively, ensuring compliance with state laws and maintaining the integrity of their business operations.
Oregon 4 Hour Auto Dealer CE - Auto Transactions
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the essential requirements for operating an auto dealership in Oregon, as outlined by the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and the Driver and Motor Vehicle Services Division (DMV). Topics include the DMV's mission, vehicle title requirements, the expedited titling process, and detailed instructions on accurately completing and submitting necessary forms. Additionally, the course covers specific scenarios such as VIN inspections, correcting title application errors, and handling releases of interest. Through lessons, review questions, and resources, students will gain the knowledge and skills needed to ensure compliance with state regulations and maintain their dealership operations smoothly and legally.
Oregon 4 Hour Auto Dealer CE - Operating a Dealership
This course provides Oregon auto dealers with essential knowledge on taxes, recordkeeping, and other business practices. It covers critical topics such as business identification numbers, tax considerations for different business entities, and the importance of proper record retention. Additionally, it delves into accounting system mechanics, payroll tax calculations, cash flow management, and employer obligations related to workers' compensation, unemployment insurance, and employee rights. Through lessons and review questions, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of these crucial aspects, ensuring they can maintain compliance and optimize their dealership operations.
How to Get an Auto Dealer License in Oregon
Getting an Oregon auto dealer license isn’t an easy process, but it’s also not overly arduous. In just a handful of steps, you can knock out all of the to-dos to get your vehicle dealer license from the Oregon DMV.
What, exactly, are those steps? And, perhaps more importantly, how much work do they entail? In this guide, you’ll learn the ins and outs of the process to get an Oregon auto dealer license. Here’s your step-by-step path.
Step 1: Complete the required pre-license education
Before you can get an auto dealer license, the DMV requires you to complete eight hours of pre-license education. This teaches you the basics of selling cars in Oregon, setting you up for success as a business owner who complies with state regulation.
You don’t need to sit in a classroom for eight hours to meet this requirement, either. You can take your pre-license education online for an Oregon car dealer license. This lets you complete the hours at your convenience from your computer, tablet, or even your smartphone.
Once you finish your pre-license education hours, your education provider issues you a certificate of completion. You’ll need that, so hang onto it.
Step 2: Get bonding and insurance
To protect your business and the customers you’ll serve, the DMV requires you to get both a surety bond and liability insurance.
ORS 806.070 governs how much liability insurance you need. Get a policy with:
- $25,000 in bodily injury coverage for one person
- $50,000 in total bodily injury coverage
- $20,000 in property damage coverage
Make sure you get a certificate of insurance from your insurance provider because you’ll need it for your application.
Similarly, you need to find a bonding company and get a surety bond in the amount of $50,000. To prove you have the bond, you’ll need your bonding company to fill out 735-370B, which is page 7 of the dealer application packet PDF.
Step 3: Complete and submit your dealer application
Speaking of that packet, it gives you a bunch of information to help you complete the “Application for Three-Year Dealer Certificate,” which starts on page 3 of the PDF.
Fill out the entire application. Make sure you read through all 12 pages because a lot of them provide helpful details to ensure you fill out the application correctly.
Once you get this paperwork done, submit the application to the DMV along with:
- Copies of photo IDs for all owners, partners, LLC members, and/or corporate officers
- The form proving you have the $50,000 surety bond
- Your liability insurance certificate
- Your certificate of completion for your pre-license education
- Your application fee ($1,187 plus $350 for any additional locations)
Submit all of the above by mail to the DMV at:
DMV Business Licensing Unit
1905 Lana Ave NE
Salem OR 97314
It usually takes 7 to 10 business days for the DMV to process applications. Wait until you hear back; you can’t legally open your dealership until they give you the green light and issue your auto dealer license.
How to renew an Oregon Car Dealer's license:
- Complete a continuing education course: 12 Hour Complete CE Package, $100, every three years, or any of our 4 hour electives, $35, each per year.
- Pay the renewal fee to the Oregon DMV.
- Submit proof of bonding and insurance to the Oregon DMV.
- Provide to the DMV the names of partners or corporate officers under the license.