As we enter the new year, I’m struck by how much has changed — and how much remains worth protecting — in North Carolina’s automobile industry. Our industry is evolving at a pace few could have imagined even a decade ago. From electric vehicles and digital retailing to manufacturer restructuring and supply chain realignments, the landscape is shifting quickly. Yet, amid all that change, two things remain constant: the strength of the franchise system and the commitment of North Carolina dealers to their customers and communities.