American International Automobile Dealers | AIADA is the only national trade association serving America's international nameplate automobile dealers in Washington, D.C.

AIADA is the only national trade association serving America's international nameplate automobile dealers in Washington, D.C.

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Catching Up with AFIT-PAC Chairman Howard Hakes

Howard Hakes, President of Hitchcock Automotive, sits down with AIADA President & CEO Cody Lusk to talk about his role, free trade, and dealer involvement.
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Automotive Resource Library

Browse AIADA's one-stop, convenient source for industry-leading automotive publications.
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AutoTalk Webinar Series

Optimize your dealership practices in 2021 with AIADA's ongoing AutoTalk webinar series.
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What Is An American Car?

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Our Publications

FirstUp: Daily News

Arriving in email inboxes every morning, FirstUp summarizes the day’s top automotive news.

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This quarterly magazine offers dealers exclusive interviews with auto executives, detailed political coverage, vehicle reviews, and member spotlights.

A podcast examining the intersection between Washington politics and the auto retail industry.

Today in #FirstUp: Mitsubishi swings back to profitability on hot new Outlander + Polestar eyes doubling retail loc… https://t.co/iYrirRiaXo

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Listen in to this panel, which will include our 2021 Chairman, Steve Gates! https://t.co/TcprW2TRZT

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ICYMI: This morning’s #FirstUp has the latest on how the publics are navigating dealership acquisitions + the hot u… https://t.co/BZkVuQsQYR

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Read this morning's #FirstUp for the latest #DealersDoGood shout outs + Volvo and Hyundai report positive sales num… https://t.co/VsrtG3tyXE

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Today in #FirstUp: Car dealers can keep rolling after supply crunch + Watch the newest #DealersMakeAnImpact video f… https://t.co/P4L0UP3pQc

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About Us

Established in 1970, the American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) is the only national trade association representing America’s 9,500 international nameplate automobile franchises in Washington, D.C.

Public and Industry Relations

AIADA communicates the value of international nameplate dealers to the public and the industry through regular publications, statements, and strategies.

Grassroots

AIADA provides a voice to dealers on the issues they care about by connecting them with legislators and policy makers.

Advocacy

AIADA advocates on behalf of international nameplate dealers, educating and informing policy makers, legislators, and the public of the industry’s value to America.

Member Benefits

AIADA's Member Benefits Program is one of the most valuable services AIADA provides to its members. AIADA partners with best-in-class companies to provide members with exclusive values on the goods and services they need to succeed in a competitive business environment.

Click on a logo to learn more about each of our Affinity Partners and the services they provide to members, or learn more about our overall Member Benefits Program.

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