Menu About Our Vision We see a robust, ethical, and professional independent used vehicle market trusted by consumers. Our Mission We exist to promote, educate, and advocate for ethical independent automobile dealers and their consumers. Our Code of Ethics We will have a general duty of integrity, honor and fair dealing toward the general public. We will comply with all city, county, state and federal laws and shall endeavor to keep ourselves informed of the laws governing our business. We will not intentionally injure the business reputation of another member or competitor. We will employ truth and accuracy in advertising and selling. We will stand behind any guarantee given with the sale of a motor vehicle. We will not perform any act which would bring disrepute to the motor vehicle industry. We will expose or halt, where found, any scheme designed to deceive or defraud the automobile buying public and aid in prosecuting those guilty of such acts. We will constantly strive to improve business methods to the end that the public will be better served. We will encourage the American system of free enterprise. Our History 1946 National Used Car Dealers Association (NUCDA) is formed in Chicago, IL. 1950 For the first time, NUCDA convention features suppliers and vendors. 1953 NUCDA boasts over 2,000 members. 1954 NUCDA pushes for federal price controls to be eliminated and succeeds. 1955 NUCDA becomes National Independent Automobile Dealers Association (NIADA). 1956 5 million used cars were sold this year. 1959 More state associations begin forming and affiliating with NIADA. 1960 Membership in NIADA costs $35. 1964 NIADA makes available to members the first ever group life insurance program. 1981 NIADA's Used Car Dealer magazine makes its debut. 1986 NIADA's support helps get Truth in Mileage Act of 1986 signed by president Reagan. 1987 NIADA reports there are between 65,000 and 75,000 used car dealers in the United States. 1994 NIADA develops "Ring of Honor" Award. 1985 National headquarters of NIADA moves to Irving, Texas. 1996 NIADA celebrates its 50th anniversary. Over 12,000 members and growing. 1997 NIADA meets with IRS to revise tax codes. 2000 NIADA announces its Certified Master Dealer Program. 2005 NIADA Elects first Female President from within its 20,000 members. 2010 NIADA began a Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle program for its dealer members. 2012 NIADA starts its Dealer 20 Groups. 2016 NIADA's BHPH Dealer magazine publishes its inaugural issue. 2021 NIADA celebrates its 75th anniversary as the used car market is at an all time high. 5215 N O’Connor Blvd 11th Floor Ste 11-104 Irving, TX 75039 800-682-3837 Company About Advertise Shop Contact Learn Dashboard Join a 20 Group BHPH Dealer Magazine NIADA.TV Members Advocacy Become a Member Benefit Hub © 2021 NIADA.