DRIVING VIRGINIA SINCE 1943
We empower the business of the Commonwealth's franchised new car and truck dealers.
FEATURED NEWS
FEATURE NEWS
Transparency and Talent on the Minds of Automotive Association Leaders
Don Hall spent a few days with his counterparts this month in North Carolina. Here’s what they talked about.
NEWS
Barrie: NLRB’s Expanded Joint-Employer Rule in Action
Now that courts have begun to use this rule to classify management companies as joint employers, dealer groups that operate under a common management company must be aware that their liability exposure is significantly increased.
Barrie: It’s Time to Check Employees’ Pay Plans
Pay plans can lead either to employee satisfaction or to dissatisfaction. For dissatisfied employees, lawsuits are a possibility with significant liability for the dealership.
‘You represent freedom’
Virginia’s Attorney General spoke to auto dealers at the 2024 Annual Convention, covering his decision to end Virginia’s EV mandate and insight on the challenges facing America’s electrical grid.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Rolling Virginia’s Economy Forward with
a $2.5 Billion Industry.
Automobiles are a big business in Virginia. More than 400 new vehicle dealerships offer high-quality jobs, create new tax revenue, and support the communities we serve.
61,000 Jobs
$2.3 Billion Payroll
$1.2 Billion Annual state sales tax
Our Valued Partners
VADA’s official Partner Programs provide products and services at members-only competitive pricing. Partners also help us maintain low dues and offer exceptional training and education opportunities. When you buy from a partner, it’s like buying from yourself!
Benefits & InsuranceIntegrum Advisors
Integrum Advisors is a full service insurance brokerage firm offering group health insurance, voluntary insurance, enrollment services and consulting.
Registration & Titling SystemDealerTrack Technologies
The only registration and titling company endorsed by VADA, Dealertrack offers a cutting edge web-based solution developed with input from dealerships across the Commonwealth.
F&I Products & ServicesZurich N.A.
Increase product penetration and customer satisfaction. Zurich F&I helps dealers build relationships with their customers and increase product sales.
Service Department Products & ProgramsMOC Mid Atlantic
Providing new car dealers the ability to buy necessary products, tools and equipment at manufacturer direct pricing, but also receive unprecedented local and regional service…
Forms & DocumentsReynolds & Reynolds
Promote your business, reduce compliance risk, manage data, and keep your office inventory stocked.
Retail Warranty Parts & Labor ReimbursementArmatus
The industry’s only fully outsourced retail warranty parts and labor reimbursement submission service.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging StationsFreeWire Technologies
FreeWire Technologies offers ultrafast, battery-integrated electric vehicle (EV) chargers to franchised new car and truck dealerships across the Commonwealth.
Uniforms, Mats, SuppliesCintas
Supplying corporate identity uniform programs, entrance and logo mats, restroom supplies, promotional products, first aid, safety, and fire protection products and services.
Hiring and TalentHireology
A hiring and talent management platform to address all human capital needs, helping businesses build their best team — saving time, reducing expenses and driving…
CRM SoftwareVinSolutions
Products to integrate dealership systems, processes, and tools to deliver a single view of the customer across the business. OEM certified by every major manufacturer.
Online AuctionsACV Auctions
Investing in game-changing technologies and world class people to improve the wholesale process for all dealers.
Dealership ComplianceComplyAuto
Cloud-based software to help dealerships enhance their compliance capabilities while becoming more efficient and cost-effective.
Customer Engagement and ExperienceDigital Air Strike
A pioneer in digital response, social media marketing technology, and online reputation management solutions to monitor, respond, improve, and convert more consumers into customers.
Credit Card ProcessingDealer Merchant Services
Allows dealers to take advantage of federal law to greatly diminish their expenses with credit card processing fees, typically between 75% – 95%.
Financial LiteracySqwire
A financial wellness program committed to equipping and empowering its users to effectively protect their lives, their legacy, and their loved ones.
Mobile LearningRockED
A mobile learning platform allowing for anytime learning. Lessons are based on competencies and include highly relevant, industry-specific audio-visual content delivered by industry leaders.
A Model For State And National Dealer Advocacy.
Without question, VADA is one of the most influential and successful political advocacy groups in Virginia. Our Political Action Committee backs pro-dealer and pro-business candidates to reinforce our message with legislators and demonstrate our industry's value.
VADA Education Foundation
The VADA Charitable Education Foundation supports education, safety, and research focused on motor vehicles in Virginia. In addition, we fund academic and trade scholarships for Virginians with an interest in pursuing automotive careers, such as motor vehicle technicians or dealership leadership roles.
The Franchise System: The Foundation of Automotive Retail.
New to the retail automotive franchise system? Meet some of the faces of Virginia’s dealer body who outline why the franchise system ensures consumers are protected and get the best experience possible. Need more info? Visit our Franchise System 101 page, and hear directly from our dealers in our video.
Strengthening communities in every corner of the Commonwealth.
While we are a statewide association of automobile dealers, we operate regional associations that bring dealers together to grow their companies and support their communities.
