Automotive Data Analytics Joins AIADA as Affinity Partner 

Alexandria, Va. –  The American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) is proud to announce a new partnership with Automotive Data Analytics (ADA) designed to help dealers more effectively identify, engage, and convert open recall opportunities. ADA’s advanced Service and Recall Conquest solutions combine real-time recall detection, precision customer targeting, and intelligent outreach to help dealers maximize service lane traffic…

New Report Details Enormous Economic Benefit of International Auto Brands on U.S. Economy

Alexandria, Va. – WASHINGTON, D.C.— Autos Drive America and the American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA) today released their 2025 Economic Impact Report, highlighting the growing footprint and significant economic contributions of international automakers and nameplate dealers across the United States. For the second consecutive year, international automakers produced more vehicles in the U.S. than the Detroit-3. In 2024, Autos…

Accumatic Joins AIADA as Affinity Partner to Automate Accounting for International-Nameplate Dealers

Kirkland, WA – June 24, 2025 — Accumatic, a leading provider of intelligent automotive accounting automation, today announced it has become an Affinity Partner of the American International Automobile Dealers Association (AIADA). AIADA is the only national trade association dedicated to representing America’s international-nameplate automobile franchises. As an AIADA-affiliated partner, Accumatic will offer its transformative automation platform…

Auto Dealers Grateful for President Trump’s Support of Vehicle Choice

Alexandria, Va. – American International Automobile Dealers Association President & CEO Cody Lusk today released the following statement in response to President Trump’s signing of legislation blocking California’s effort to phase out gas-powered vehicles over the next decade. “With his signature today, President Trump has defended the right of all Americans to choose the vehicle…

Auto Dealers Applaud Senate’s Defense of Consumer Choice

Alexandria, Va. – American International Automobile Dealers Association President & CEO Cody Lusk today released the following statement in response to the Senate’s 51-44 vote to revoke the EPA waiver that allowed California’s aggressive electric vehicle mandate. “The last thing consumers need right now are higher prices and fewer choices. With its vote today blocking California’s…

AIADA: Dealers, Consumers Wary of New Tariffs

Alexandria, Va. – American International Automobile Dealers Association President and CEO Cody Lusk today released the following statement in advance of President Trump’s implementation of a 25 percent tariff on all imported vehicles and parts beginning tonight.  “Auto dealerships were unusually busy this week, as both dealers and consumers scrambled to close sales in advance of…

In Response to New Tariffs, Auto Dealers Reiterate Affordability Concerns

Alexandria, Va. – American International Automobile Dealers Association President and CEO Cody Lusk today released the following statement in response to President Trump’s announcement during the signing of the executive order implementing a 25 percent tariff on all cars not made in the U.S., beginning on April 2.  “While we await the details in the executive…

In Response to New Tariffs, Auto Dealers Urge Policymakers to Seek Solutions

Alexandria, Va. – American International Automobile Dealers Association President and CEO Cody Lusk today released the following statement in response to the Trump Administration’s implementation of 25 percent tariffs on goods imported from Canada and Mexico, as well as an additional 10 percent tariff on China, beginning on Tuesday March 4th. “For auto dealers and their…

Auto Dealers Urge Canada, Mexico to Come to the Negotiating Table on Tariffs

Alexandria, Va. – American International Automobile Dealers Association President and CEO Cody Lusk today released the following statement in response to the Trump Administration’s announcement that it will impose 25 percent tariffs on goods imported from Canada and Mexico beginning on Tuesday, February 4. “Trade between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico is crucial to America’s international…