Volume 2024, Number 5 (2024-06-12)
Beautiful Weather Contributes to Outstanding WANADA Open
This past Monday, June 3rd, over 180 golfers competed in the 2024 WANADA Open at the Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, VA. The weather cooperated beautifully, helping ensure that the event was an overwhelming success. Golfers from more than 20 dealerships around the region participated this year. Dealerships represented included Academy Ford, Alexandria VW, […]...
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Beautiful Weather Contributes to Outstanding WANADA Open
June 12, 2024
This past Monday, June 3rd, over 180 golfers competed in the 2024 WANADA Open at the Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, VA. The weather…
Theft & Fraud Reports Decline in 2nd Quarter
May 23, 2024
WANADA values the safety and security of all our dealership partners and their customers. Recently, we’ve noticed a decline in the reporting of incidents related…
Legislative Roundup: Maryland & Virginia
April 16, 2024
The General Assembly sessions in our region have recently wrapped up with successes for dealers on both sides of the Potomac. Many thanks to our…
New Corporate Transparency Rules
February 29, 2024
Your business may soon have to meet new reporting requirements that take effect on January 1, 2024. Under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), enacted in 2021, certain…
The 2024 DC Auto Show Kicks Off Year with a Bang
January 29, 2024
On Sunday, the 2024 Washington, DC Auto Show concluded an eminently successful event. “We’re very happy with this show’s performance,” said WANADA CEO John O’Donnell.…
December 06, 2023
The evening of November 7 was one of the most memorable in a long time, as the extended WANADA membership gathered at Columbia Country Club…
IRS Expects to Reimburse Dealers for EV Credits Within 72 Hours
October 06, 2023
A few weeks ago our friends at NADA reported that the IRS expects to reimburse dealers who transfer advance payments for clean vehicle tax credits…
Great Play & Weather Highlight the 2023 WANADA Open
October 06, 2023
Though a wet and stormy weekend preceding the rescheduled 2023 WANADA Open threatened to cancel the event for good, the rain moved out just in…
ADEI Kicks off Semester at Montgomery College
September 14, 2023
On Wednesday, August 23, WANADA executives, dealers, college officials, community leaders and participating service managers gathered with new and existing technician apprentices to kick-off the…
Updates from NADA Chairman Geoff Pohanka
August 15, 2023
WANADA is very fortunate to have Geoff Pohanka, one of our distinguished members and former chairmen, serving as the current chairman of the National Automobile…
Dealers Back in the District as Polestar Opens DC Location
August 02, 2023
When the Martens family exited the local car business nearly a decade ago, the last franchise physically situated within the District of Columbia exited with…
Training Offered for Entry Level Technicians
June 20, 2023
Nearly every dealership in the country is facing the same problem: the nationwide technician shortage. Over twenty years ago, WANADA members collaborated to address this…
WANADA to Offer MD State Inspection Classes
May 09, 2023
WANADA is pleased to announce a new offering for our members. Beginning at the end of this month, WANADA will be hosting a certification class…
Show Your Support for the Auto Show!
April 18, 2023
With retail automotive sales predicted to weaken over the next year, it’s never been more important to support your local auto show. The Washington, DC…
Virginia General Assembly Election Preview
March 21, 2023
As many of you are likely aware, the 2023 Virginia General Assembly elections will be historic. With mere two-vote majorities existing in both the House…
NADA Report from Chairman Geoff Pohanka
February 28, 2023
NADA Chairman Geoff Pohanka provided the below letter to WANADA, which summarizes the current legislative & regulatory agenda on Capitol Hill, in addition to providing…
WANADA Launches New Service Manager Training Program
February 16, 2023
In a new initiative to expand the training options available through the Automobile Dealer Education Institute (ADEI), WANADA recently delivered its first Assistant Service Managers…
The 2023 Washington, DC Auto Show Exceeds All Expectations
February 01, 2023
On Sunday, the 2023 Washington, DC Auto Show concluded after a landmark year and full return to pre-pandemic levels of attendance and consumer engagement. “This…
Register Today for the WANADA Member Reception at the DC Auto Show!
January 12, 2023
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Save The Date for WANADA Events at the DC Auto Show
December 22, 2022
The Washington, D.C. Auto Show is less than one month from opening, so be sure to save the date in your calendars so as not…
DC Auto Show Confirms Premier Keynote Speakers for Public Policy Day
November 30, 2022
The Washington, D.C. Auto Show announced today that White House National Climate Advisor, Ali Zaidi, will be the keynote speaker for their Public Policy Day…
WANADA Annual Meeting: New Format Energizes Premier Event
November 16, 2022
Reformatted as a dinner for the first time in recent memory, the 2022 WANADA Annual Meeting was, by any measure, a smashing success. “We wanted…
Geoff Pohanka Formally Elected NADA Chairman
October 26, 2022
The next chairman of the National Automobile Dealers Association does business only a long test drive away from the organization’s headquarters. On Tuesday, the 65-member…
Law Enforcement Tips Continue to Pay Dividends for WANADA Members
October 04, 2022
Around the Washington, DC region, auto theft is a reality that is not going away any time soon. As area law enforcement departments struggle with…
Dealers Converge on Capitol for NADA Washington Conference
September 14, 2022
In 1917, approximately 30 auto dealers gathered in Washington D.C. to visit their members of Congress to fend off a proposed 5% luxury tax on…
NADA: Urgent Need to File Grassroots Comments with the FTC
August 30, 2022
In a joint letter to the national dealer body, NADA Chairman Mike Alford, President & CEO Mike Stanton and ATAE Chair Greg Remensperger penned the…
Electric Vehicle Tax Credit Legislation Changes the Rules for EVs
August 16, 2022
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WANADA Flu Shot Program Now Open
August 02, 2022
Registration is now open for WANADA’s seasonal flu shot program for dealership employees. WANADA’s flu shot program will be available on-site at WANADA dealerships and…
WANADA Welcomes New Staff Members
July 13, 2022
Two new staff members have been added to the WANADA team in key positions. Chris Daniel and Joe Hemberger have been brought on to help…
2023 Washington, DC Auto Show Planning Underway
June 28, 2022
Planning has kicked off in earnest for the 2023 Washington, DC Auto Show. In the past few weeks, show producers have met with multiple exhibiting…
The 2022 WANADA Open: Sold Out Smashing Success!
June 09, 2022
This past Monday, June 6, over 140 WANADA dealers and kindred members gathered at the Trump National Golf Club in Sterling, VA. It was a…
Prepare for FTC’s New Safeguards Rule
May 24, 2022
This past October, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) announced final amendments to the Safeguards Rule of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. Although the amendments will not become…
Maryland Passes Mandatory Paid Leave Law
May 10, 2022
On April 9, 2022, the Maryland General Assembly overrode Governor Larry Hogan’s veto of the Time to Care Act of 2022 to establish a mandatory…
WANADA CEO John O’Donnell Speaks at Greg O’Dell Send-Off
April 19, 2022
On April 14, the city of Washington held a celebration honoring the career of Greg O’Dell, the former CEO of Events DC, at the Walter…
ADEI Eyes Prince George’s Expansion
April 05, 2022
WANADA’s Automobile Dealer Education Institute (ADEI) has long been the best feeder program for entry level technicians in Montgomery County, and recent expansion into Northern…
NADA Show: Back in Person for 2022
March 23, 2022
The NADA Show was finally back in 2022 and, as always, WANADA dealers were proudly represented. Held from March 10-13 in Las Vegas, the annual…
WANADA Celebrates Black History Month
February 15, 2022
In 1939 Prince George’s County landowner McCager Mills met with Doffrey Jones, then manager of the Washington Blacksox, a semi-professional African American baseball club in…
Washington, DC Auto Show: Member Events Highlight Weekdays
February 01, 2022
Once the Washington, DC Auto Show left its better-than-expected opening weekend, the attention turned to several member events planned throughout the week. None was more…
Washington, DC Auto Show: Opening Exceeds Expectations
January 26, 2022
Even while the challenges mounted, the producers of the 2022 Washington, DC Auto Show forged ahead. Several manufacturers backed out, citing lack of available inventory.…
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January 05, 2022
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Washington, DC Auto Show Set for Grand Return, Planning in Full Swing
December 08, 2021
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First Annual Luncheon in Two Years a Resounding Success
November 09, 2021
WANADA’s 2021 Annual Meeting & Luncheon, the first large, indoor gathering of the membership in nearly two years, was a resounding success. Over 200 dealers…
Last Chance to Register for the WANADA Annual Luncheon!
October 27, 2021
WANADA’s 2021 Annual Meeting & Luncheon is fast approaching! The automotive networking event of the fall is set to be held next week, Thursday, November…
Registration Now Open for WANADA Annual Luncheon on Nov 4
October 14, 2021
Registration is now open for WANADA’s 2021 Annual Meeting & Luncheon on Thursday, November 4 at the Ritz-Carlton Tysons Corner in McLean, VA. Click here…
O’Donnell Joins MD Rep. Anthony Brown & Sen. Ben Cardin at Local EV Awareness Event
September 29, 2021
On September 21, WANADA President & CEO John O’Donnell joined Congressman Anthony G. Brown (MD-04), Senator Ben Cardin (D-MD), local leaders, car dealers and climate…
Sean Spicer to Speak at WANADA Annual Luncheon on Nov 4
September 16, 2021
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COVID FDA Approval and What It Means for Employers
September 01, 2021
On August 23, the US Food & Drug Administration approved the first COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine has been known as the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine, and…
Reminder: Register Your Staff for WANADA’s Flu Shot Program By August 31
August 18, 2021
Registration is open for WANADA’s seasonal flu shot program for dealership employees. Once again, WANADA’s flu shot program will be available on-site at WANADA…
Reminder: Register Your Staff for WANADA’s Flu Shot Program By August 31
August 04, 2021
Registration is open for WANADA’s seasonal flu shot program for dealership employees. Once again, WANADA’s flu shot program will be available on-site at WANADA dealerships…
DC DMV to Halt Some In-Person Dealer Services as Public Walk-Up Appointments Resume
July 21, 2021
With the DC DMV resuming walk-in appointments to the public as of this week, dealerships and third-party providers will not be able to utilize walk-in services…
Register for WANADA’s Flu Shot Program for Dealer Employees Before August 31
July 07, 2021
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WANADA Members and Friends Reunite at 2021 WANADA Open
June 23, 2021
It was sunny and warm last Monday when WANADA dealers, Kindred-line members, and other supporters and friends gathered at the Trump National Golf Club in…
Local DMVs Still Operating on Appointment-Only Basis
June 09, 2021
While jurisdictions across the Washington area have rolled back nearly all of their capacity limits and mask requirements (with Prince George’s County, the last county…
Register Today for the 2021 WANADA Open, to be Held June 14
May 26, 2021
Registration for the 2021 WANADA Open is now open to all Kindred-line members and others who were not eligible during the Early Bird window. After…
Washington, D.C. Auto Show TV Special Airs Saturday on NBC 4
May 11, 2021
The 2021 Washington, D.C. Auto Show Special is airing this weekend, showcasing new vehicles from several major automakers in a fast-paced half-hour television showcase. The…
Washington, D.C. Auto Show TV Special to Air May 15
April 28, 2021
While the pandemic led to the unfortunate cancellation of the 2021 Washington, D.C. Auto Show, WANADA has partnered with NBC 4 and its sister networks…
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April 14, 2021
The Maryland General Assembly adjourned for the year on Monday night, concluding an unprecedented session that saw landmark bills in police reform, COVID-19 financial relief,…
Save the Date: 2021 WANADA Open on June 14
March 30, 2021
One of WANADA’s flagship member events, the WANADA Open, will be making its return on June 14 following a year off due to the pandemic.…
Several Important Business Bills Approved by Va. Assembly
March 17, 2021
Last issue, WANADA reported on the four electric vehicle-related bills that passed the Virginia General Assembly in this year’s session. But there were also several…
WANADA Hosting Legal and Ethical Standards Training for Sales/Service Managers
March 03, 2021
With new federal, state, and local regulations and best practices potentially on the horizon, now is a great time to ensure that your sales and…
Washington, D.C. Auto Show Will Not Be Held in 2021
February 16, 2021
WANADA, which produces the annual Washington, D.C. Auto Show, announced this morning that the show will not be held as planned in 2021. In a…
WANADA’s ADEI Program Hosts Outdoor Kickoff Event for Spring Students
February 03, 2021
Last month, new enrollees in WANADA’s Automobile Dealer Education Institute participated in an outdoor, socially-distanced kickoff event at Montgomery College in Rockville. Even amidst a…
PPP Reopens Application Portal with $284 Billion in Funding
January 19, 2021
Following an initial rollout last week that prioritized community lenders and small businesses in underserved communities, the Small Business Administration has re-opened the Paycheck Protection…
New Laws Take Effect Across the Region
January 05, 2021
A new year means that several new laws of interest to dealers are now in effect across the Washington area. Notably, the minimum wage in…
Upgraded WANADA Member Portal Rolling Out in Coming Weeks
December 15, 2020
As part of the association’s ongoing software and hardware systems upgrade, WANADA has made a significant improvement to its membership management processes. Part of this upgrade is a…
Kevin Reilly Receives Washington Business Journal’s 2020 Corporate Philanthropy Citizenship Award
December 02, 2020
WANADA Board of Directors Chairman Kevin Reilly, who serves as owner and president of Alexandria Hyundai, was given the 2020 Corporate Philanthropy Citizenship Award for…
WANADA Holds First-Ever Virtual Annual Meeting
November 11, 2020
Much like every large gathering scheduled for the last nine months of 2020, WANADA’s Annual Meeting was a fully-online event this year. While the format…
Howard Kurtz to Deliver Keynote Address at WANADA’s Virtual Annual Meeting on November 5
October 27, 2020
WANADA’s Annual Meeting will be held virtually this year, from 11 a.m. to noon next Thursday, November 5. In addition to receiving the annual report…
Howard Kurtz to Headline WANADA’s Virtual Annual Meeting on November 5
October 14, 2020
Fox News media reporter Howard Kurtz will be the keynote speaker at WANADA’s 2020 Annual Meeting, which will be held virtually on Thursday, Nov. 5…
Virginia Emergency Safety Standards Now Fully in Effect
September 30, 2020
Please note that, as of last Friday, Virginia’s state-specific workplace safety standards are now fully in effect, and are being enforced. As of this past…
Save the Date: WANADA Annual Meeting Goes Virtual on Nov. 5
September 16, 2020
Due to the current situation with COVID-19, WANADA’s 2020 Annual Meeting will be moving online this year, and will be held on Thursday, Nov. 5…
Washington, D.C. Auto Show Moving to Late March in 2021
September 02, 2020
Late last month, WANADA announced that The Washington, D.C. Auto Show would be re-scheduled for the beginning of spring. The 10-day show will now be…
Register for WANADA’s Employee Flu Shot Program by August 31
August 19, 2020
We would like to remind you that registration is open for WANADA’s dealer employee seasonal flu shot program, and we strongly encourage you to register…
Dealers Win Big Federal Court Ruling Against Major DMS Systems
August 04, 2020
Late last month, Arizona auto dealers were handed a major victory in U.S. District Court, as a federal judge refused to block a state law…
Reminder: Register for WANADA’s Employee Flu Shot Program
July 21, 2020
We would like to remind you that registration is open for WANADA’s dealer employee seasonal flu shot program, and we strongly encourage you to register…
PPP Extended; SBA Discloses Info of Large Loan Recipients
July 08, 2020
Earlier this week, the Treasury Department released data on nearly 700,000 businesses who received Paycheck Protection Program loans. The release, which was designed to head off a…
Area Motor Vehicle Departments Begin Ramping Up Operations
June 24, 2020
Over the past couple of weeks, the state motor vehicle departments in our region have begun expanding their appointment-only in-person services, as the rate of…
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June 16, 2020
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Regional Re-Open Statuses Vary as No.Va. Readies for Phase 2
June 10, 2020
On Tuesday, Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam announced that all of Northern Virginia would enter Phase 2 of the Forward Virginia re-opening plan. Beginning Friday, the…
Some In-Person DMV Services Resume Around the Region
June 03, 2020
The motor vehicle departments in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia have expanded their in-person services across the Washington region, following the introduction of first-phase re-opening plans.…
May 19, 2020
It is with sadness and a profound sense of reflection that WANADA reports the passing of its longtime dealer member and past chairman, John J.…
WANADA’s Webinar on May 14 Covers PPP Loan Forgiveness and More
May 12, 2020
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Feds Issue More Guidance as SBA Funds Run Low Once Again
May 05, 2020
In just the first week after the Paycheck Protection Program was replenished, the Small Business Administration reported that more than half of the newly-allocated funds…
Seeking Feedback About WANADA COVID-19 Resources
April 28, 2020
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April 21, 2020
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April 14, 2020
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April 07, 2020
During this time of unprecedented uncertainty for businesses of all sizes, WANADA is committed to doing everything possible to support our members during this crisis.…
D.C., Maryland, Virginia Stay-at-Home Orders in Effect
March 31, 2020
The leaders of D.C., Maryland, and Virginia all issued stay-at-home orders on Monday, further emphasizing to residents the importance of remaining homebound except to partake…
Supporting Our Members During the COVID-19 Pandemic
March 25, 2020
Beyond the very scary and real health threat facing all of us, the COVID-19 pandemic has created an unprecedented series of challenges for business owners…
Be Alert: Help Prevent Scams and Theft at Dealerships
March 10, 2020
WANADA has recently been letting member dealers know about a spate of auto theft and fraud cases going on throughout the region. While the recent…
February 25, 2020
It is with sadness and reflection that WANADA reports the passing of longtime staff member and Washingtonian, Archie Avedisian. At age 91, he passed peacefully,…
The 2020 Washington Auto Show Opens to the Public With Strong Attendance
January 29, 2020
The 2020 Washington Auto Show, WANADA’s crown-jewel event and the largest annual public indoor event in Washington, D.C., opened its doors to the public last…
Reminder: Important Washington Auto Show Information for Dealers
January 20, 2020
With the 2020 Washington Auto Show opening to the public on Friday, WANADA member dealers and Kindred-Line members should have received their tickets in the…
Important Washington Auto Show Information for Dealers
January 07, 2020
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The 2020 Washington Auto Show is Just Weeks Away!
December 03, 2019
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November 19, 2019
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan and Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam announced a bi-state, bi-partisan agreement last week to widen the American Legion Bridge on the Capital…
Washington area sales up 0.9% in 2018, up 12.8% in 4th quarter
March 19, 2019
After an up-and-down year, Washington-area new vehicle sales rallied in the fourth quarter and ended 2018 with a 0.9 percent gain over the prior year.…
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February 19, 2019
Recent news from Pennsylvania shows that all dealers should have a social media policy. Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro recently announced legal action against dealerships…
NADA Show sweeps through San Francisco, projecting dealer resilience
February 06, 2019
This year’s NADA Show in San Francisco, which started the day before President Trump announced a temporary end to the government shutdown, showed dealer resilience…
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January 25, 2019
Although much has been made of the Trump administration’s efforts to cull regulatory enforcement across the government, there have been exceptions. The U.S. Consumer Financial…
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January 08, 2019
With President Trump saying the partial government shutdown could go on for months or years as Congress refuses to agree to funding for the president’s…
Area sales drop 0.8% in third quarter, down 3.1% through September
December 28, 2018
Washington area auto sales continued their yearlong slide downward in the third quarter, dropping 0.8 percent in the quarter and 3.1 percent year-to-date through September.…
John Bowis is WANADA’s 2019 Time Dealer of the Year
December 13, 2018
WANADA is pleased to announce that John Bowis, president of Chevy Chase Acura in Bethesda, and chairman of WANADA, will represent the Metropolitan Washington Area…
WANADA Luncheon keynoter, Ed Henry, Fox News discusses nation’s extremism
November 29, 2018
Speaking at the WANADA Annual Meeting and Luncheon on November 14, 2018 at the Ritz/Tysons Corner, Fox News Chief National Correspondent Ed Henry expressed some…
Ed Henry, Fox News, to address WANADA Annual Meeting & Luncheon, Nov. 14
October 02, 2018
Fox News Channel’s Chief National Correspondent Ed Henry will give the keynote address at the WANADA Annual Meeting & Luncheon, Wed., Nov. 14, at the…
Mercer sees evolution, not revolution, for future of dealerships
September 20, 2018
Forecaster Glenn Mercer sees many changes coming to the auto sales landscape in the U.S., but no significant disruption to the dealership business model. He…
Register now for Glenn Mercer’s talk on future of dealership
September 04, 2018
Time is running short to sign up for the WANADA-sponsored presentation by auto industry analyst Glenn Mercer on the Dealership of Tomorrow on Thursday, Sept.…
WANADA offers new vision plan for members, insurance clients
August 22, 2018
WANADA is pleased to announce that it is now offering a Vision Trust plan to all association members and/or insurance clients. The new Vision plan is…
WANADA goes to Beijing Auto Show
May 02, 2018
For the first time, WANADA officials – represented by Chairman John Bowis and CEO John O’Donnell – attended the Beijing, China Auto Show. The visit…
Geoff Pohanka carries NADA agenda to members of Congress
April 24, 2018
Last week, WANADA’s NADA, Director Geoffrey Pohanka met with several Washington-area members of Congress to discuss NADA’s legislative priorities, in conjunction with NADA’s Legislative Affairs…
WANADA Dealer Practices Seminar
April 17, 2018
WANADA will host a Dealer Practices Seminar for its members on Wednesday, April 18, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Bethesda Marriott Suites.…
WANADA Dealer Practices Seminar
April 10, 2018
WANADA will host a Dealer Practices Seminar for its members on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Bethesda Marriott…
February sales down 2.3 percent, but SAAR still strong
March 07, 2018
February is usually one of the weaker months of the year for auto sales, and in that respect, last month was not atypical. Sales fell…
Washington area sales fell 7% in fourth quarter, 9.6% in 2017
February 28, 2018
Unlike the usual pattern of Washington area sales rates topping U.S. new-vehicle sales, last year saw lower sales for our region in the fourth quarter…
Maryland paid sick leave now in effect; check for compliance
February 22, 2018
The Maryland paid sick leave law took effect Feb. 11, 2018. All businesses with at least 15 employees must provide five paid days of sick…
2018 Washington Auto Show opens to enthusiastic crowd, Friday, Jan. 26
February 02, 2018
Various circumstances aligned this year to help the Washington Auto Show (WAS) open successfully and on time to the public. The federal government reopened just…
2018 Washington Auto Show Industry/Media Days launched this week with action-packed schedules
January 26, 2018
Industry Days for the 2018 Washington Auto Show (WAS) were eminently successful Tuesday and Wednesday of this week, Jan. 23 through Jan. 24 on Capitol…
New DOD interpretation of Military Lending Act affects dealers
January 12, 2018
A new interpretation of the Military Lending Act (MLA) by the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) should cause dealers to question whether they will sell…
Fitzgerald Auto Mall, Toyota donate $5,000 to ADEI tech training
January 05, 2018
WANADA would like to thank Fitzgerald Auto Mall, spearheaded by dealers Jack and Dottie Fitzgerald, who made a generous donation of $2,500 to the Automotive…
Expanded MobilityTalks International at The Washington Auto Show
December 19, 2017
MobilityTalks International, which had its premiere at the 2017 Washington Auto Show (WAS), boasts an expanded schedule for 2018 with speakers from all over the…
WANADA set for Annual Meeting and Luncheon Nov. 17 at Ritz/Tysons
November 14, 2017
Everything is ready for WANADA’s Annual Membership Meeting and Luncheon this Friday, Nov. 17, at the Ritz-Carlton/ Tysons Corner. Popular Fox News anchor Bret Baier…
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A humble man who credits his success and prosperity to helping the underprivileged and underrepresented citizens of our communities. This is how Linda Plummer, President…
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