The Mississippi Motor Vehicle Commission (MMVC) plays a vital role in the franchised automotive industry in Mississippi. The Commission is charged with ensuring a fair marketplace between vehicle manufacturers and local franchised dealers, protecting consumers by promoting ethical business practices and maintaining stability in the dealer network by preventing unfair franchise terminations and coercive practices by manufacturers.

Commissioner Waldrop was reappointed by Gov. Tate Reeves for a seven-year term. Waldrop is general manager of Pine Belt Ford and is also involved in the operations of additional dealerships owned by the Pine Belt Automotive Group.

Commissioner Hebert was reappointed by Attorney General Lynn Fitch for a four-year term, serving as one of the two consumer representatives. Hebert is an attorney with the Brunini law firm in Jackson.

The Mississippi Senate has confirmed Jeff Smith to serve as a commissioner on the Mississippi Motor Vehicle Commission following his appointment by Gov. Tate Reeves.

Smith’s confirmation places him on the state regulatory body for the first time. Smith, the owner of Crossroads Chevrolet GMC in Corinth, will serve a six-year term on the Commission, ending on June 30, 2032. He brings over four decades of industry knowledge to the position. He has also been actively involved in Mississippi’s automotive community, including leadership, serving as the current chairman of MADA.