Month: January 2026

New Mandate for Dealer Security in 2026 – Justin Shanken on What the Fixed Ops?!

New Mandate for Dealer Security in 2026 – Justin Shanken on What the Fixed Ops?! What the Fixed Ops?! podcast graphic featuring Justin Shanken, former counter-intelligence agent, with bold text reading “OEM Security Mandates Are Here,” focused on automotive cybersecurity and dealer security requirements.

A major focus of the conversation is Mercedes-Benz’s new security certification and audit mandate, a move that signals a significant shift in how OEMs are enforcing cybersecurity standards. The discussion explores what compliance actually looks like, how these requirements impact daily dealer operations, and why this mandate may set a powerful precedent across the automotive ecosystem.