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MADA champions Minnesota’s franchised new car and truck dealerships with powerful advocacy, expert compliance guidance, targeted training, and operational support that drives results.
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Who We Are
Trusted, Experienced, Focused on You
Since 1919, Minnesota Automobile Dealers Association (MADA) has been the unified voice for Minnesota’s franchised new car and truck dealerships. We advocate for you at the Capitol, provide expert legal and compliance guidance, deliver title and registration solutions, and offer resources to strengthen your operations and brand.
Advocacy That Protects Your Business
Your voice at the Capitol—monitoring legislation, influencing policy, and fighting manufacturer overreach to safeguard your profitability and future.
Operational & Compliance Support
Expert support for title, registration, and compliance training to streamline processes and help you navigate complex regulations confidently.
Brand Building & Promotion
Full range of promotional branding, apparel, and products designed to enhance your professional image and keep your dealership visible.
Dealership Support
Championing dealerships through advocacy, expert legal guidance, comprehensive education, timely communication, and vibrant community networking.
Advocacy
Your voice at the Capitol — keeping your dealership compliant with evolving laws and regulations, safeguarding your legal rights and profitability, and fighting manufacturer overreach on behalf of Minnesota dealers.
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Title Solutions
Whether it’s quick answers through our hotline or on-site at your dealership, our experts keep deals moving. From clearing backlogs to navigating complex issues, we provide the guidance needed to stay compliant.
Certified Training Courses
Online and in-person courses designed to keep your team compliant, confident in best practices and prepared for today’s dealership challenges. Courses include Title Basics, the Certified Title and Registration Program, and the Minnesota Electric Vehicle Certification Course.
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Supplies & Branded Apparel
Branded apparel, promotional products, and dealership supplies — all in one place. From deal jackets and temp tags to stickers, banners, and custom-branded apparel, we provide the supplies that keep your dealership running smoothly and your brand visible.
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News & Events
Stay current with the latest industry news, legislative updates, and association announcements that impact Minnesota dealerships. Our members are at the heart of Minnesota’s automotive community, and we’re committed to keeping you informed and engaged.
PFAS is Top Priority
As for MADA, we are pleased we no longer have to advance legislation to address the dealer license background check issue. Our top legislative priority for 2026 will be fixing PFAS reporting requirements. Currently, manufacturers will be required to report to the...
Session Starts February 17
The 2026 Legislative Session begins on February 17, and there will be many changes as lawmakers convene. Opening day promises to be somber, with it being the first day back in session since the assassination of former Speaker Melissa Hortman. Due to increased threats...
MADA Secures Positive Outcome for Dealer License Renewals
MADA spent the past several months in communication with DVS, asking the department to interpret the new dealer license background check law consistent with how it was conveyed to lawmakers and stakeholders: applying only to initial applications. We appealed to...
ComplyAuto Webinar: 2026 Automated Deal Verification Update
New compliance requirements are coming — and dealerships need to understand what automated deal verification will mean for operations, documentation, and risk exposure. Our partner, ComplyAuto, is hosting a timely webinar to walk Minnesota dealers through what’s...
MADA’s Efforts on Dealer License Background Checks
MADA has received a lot of member outreach about the new dealer license background checks that took effect on January 1, 2026. We’ve been working hard to resolve this issue and wanted to provide a brief update on our efforts. Behind the scenes, MADA has been having...
Colorado Grants Scout Motors Dealer License; Dealers Challenge Decision in Court
Colorado recently approved Scout Motors, the Volkswagen Group–backed electric vehicle startup, to operate as a licensed dealer in the state, allowing the company to sell new, used, and wholesale vehicles directly to consumers. The Colorado Motor Vehicle Dealer Board...
Lawful Dealer Plate Use
During these times of times of heightened tension and unease, this email serves as a reminder that Minnesota statute limits the lawful use of dealer plates to the following activities: Business and personal use by the dealer, dealer's spouse, or full-time employee...
Electric Vehicle Shock
Electric Vehicle Shock – What’s Really Happening in the Auto Industry? Electric vehicles (EVs) are not just cars — they’re a story about how transportation, consumer demand, and policy are colliding in real time. In Case File #182: Electric Vehicle Shock of The Crisis...
Career in Cars
Thank you to everyone who helped make the 2026 Career in Cars Event at the Twin Cities Auto Show such a tremendous success. This year’s event welcomed a record 464 attendees and drew participation from dozens of schools and tech programs across the state, including...
Upcoming Advertising Standard
Upcoming Advertising Standard on Retired Courtesy Vehicles MADA is finalizing a new Advertising Standard to clarify how dealerships advertise retired courtesy vehicles. This update follows a change to Minnesota law allowing dealers to place dealer plates on courtesy...
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Endorsed Vendors
Endorsed Vendors are approved annually by MADA’s Board of Directors for their ability to offer high-quality products and services with special pricing for our members to help dealerships control costs across operations.
When Dealerships use Endorsed Vendors, Everyone Benefits:
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Dealers save with pre-negotiated pricing and trusted services.
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MADA earns support that helps offset costs to keep membership dues low.
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