# May 7, 2026 | New Jersey dealers fight broker networks; April sales takeaways

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Podcast: [Automotive News Daily Drive](https://stenobird.com/podcast/automotive-news-daily-drive-58649)
Published: 2026-05-07T17:00:00+00:00
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Laura Perrotta, president of the New Jersey Coalition of Automotive Retailers, says dealers are pushing back against a growing network of brokers who charge fees and operate without licenses in the state. Ram wants more dealers chasing small-business buyers. Plus, U.S. auto sales fell nearly 7 percent in April as tariffs and high prices continue to weigh on the market.

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