Although "Momentum" was the slogan for the 2013 NADA Convention in Orlando, the buzzword was really "Transitions".  NADA’s new president, Peter Welch, took the helm of the national organization during the convention.  Peter is expected to move the organization into a more proactive stance on issues with the factories and with Congress.

The NADA Convention’s trade show was sold out for the first time in five years and dealers reported robust meetings with manufacturers.  NADA declared their continued skepticism of factory-mandated building programs with the release of part two of their report on the subject.

Gary Papik of Papik Motors in Luverne was honored as Minnesota’s candidate for Time Quality Dealer of the Year.

Meanwhile, MADA was given accolades from NADA for achievements in Membership, DEAC fundraising, and support of their Charitable Foundation.