Virginia Governor Declares Tire Dealers Essential

March 27, 2020

Tire dealerships and automotive repair facilities have been declared essential businesses by Virginia Governor Ralph Northam.

Parts and accessory stores also have been deemed essential, according to Virginia Automotive Association (VAA) Executive Director Steve Akridge.

“Last week, the VAA and (our) lobbyist had made appeals to the governor to consider our industry essential,” he says.

Click here to read the governor’s full order.