A handful of states have dealer associations that represent the dealers in those areas. These associations do important work behind the scenes—monitoring legislation, engaging with lawmakers, and advocating for policies that protect the franchise system and the long-term health of independent dealers. In many cases, these organizations are the only line of defense against OEM overreach, restrictive regulations, or anti-dealer lobbying efforts from powerful national groups.
Unfortunately, many dealers either aren’t aware that these associations exist or don’t realize how much they rely on their support. That lack of engagement can weaken the association’s ability to speak with a unified voice, especially when legislation is being considered that could directly impact your business model.
If your state does have an active dealer association, now is the time to get involved. That means attending meetings, staying informed on policy issues, and—yes—paying your dues. Think of it like insurance: when things are going well, you may not notice the value, but when a threat shows up at the Capitol, you’ll be glad someone was there fighting for you.
If your state doesn’t have a dealer association, it might be time to start asking why—and what it would take to change that. No one knows your challenges better than you do, and waiting for someone else to step up is a good way to get left behind when policy decisions are made.
In this business, staying quiet is rarely a winning strategy. Whether it’s fighting for fair warranty reimbursement, pushing back against forced inventory, or ensuring dealer input is part of the EV rollout, your voice matters. And a well-organized state association is one of the best ways to make sure it gets heard.
Here is information I have been able to assemble on the current DAs. If any of this is wrong, please contact me and I will be happy to correct it.
Dia Matteson
4334 Spenard Rd
Anchorage, AK 95517
(907) 248-5300
dia@harleyalaska.com
amcda.com
CALIFORNIA
California Motorcycle Dealers Association
John Paliwoda
PO Box 399
Lake Elsinore, CA 92531
(951) 471-1500
info@camda.net
californiamotorcycledealersassociation.com
ILLINOIS
Jay Hall
3801 N Dirksen Pkwy
Springfield, IL
(217) 789-0107
illmda2016@gmail.com
illinoismda.net
INDIANA
Motorcycle Dealers Association of Indiana
Amy Phillips
150 W Market St, Suite 812
Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 635-1441
amy@adai-inc.org
indianaiada.com
IOWA
Iowa Motorcycle Dealers Association
Aly DeMoss
1500 E Army Post Rd
Des Moines, IA 50320
(515) 423-6697
iowamda@outlook.com
iowamotorcycledealers.com
NEW HAMPSHIRE
New Hampshire Automobile Dealers Association
Dan Bennett
507 South St
Bow, NH 03304
(800) 852-3372
dbennett@nhada.com
nhada.com
NORTH CAROLINA
North Carolina Motorcycle Dealers Association
Chris Brewer
420 Warrenton Rd
Henderson, NC 27537
(252) 432-2189
ncmda.info@gmail.com
nemda.com
OREGON
Oregon Vehicle Dealer Association
Christa Flores
PO Box 4290
Salem, OR 97302
(503) 399-9199
gvda@ordealers.com
ordealers.net
SOUTH DAKOTA
South Dakota Automobile Dealers Association
Myron Rau
PO Box 89008
Sioux Falls, SD 57109
(605) 336-2616
mlrau@sdautodealer.com
sdautodealer.com
TEXAS
Texas Motorcycle Dealers Association
Trey Sralla
823 Congress Ave, Suite 230
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 238-8013
Info@TXMDA.org
txmda.org
VERMONT
Vermont Vehicle Dealer and Automotive Distributors Association
Marilyn Miller
1284 US Route 302, Suite 2
Barre, VT 05641
(802) 461-2655
mmiller@vermontada.org
vermontada.org
VIRGINIA
Virginia Powersports Dealers Association
435 5 Washington St
Falls Church, VA 22046
(571) 310-5006
info@psdva.org
psdva.org
In addition to these state Dealer Associations, there is also a 50-state organization, the NPDA.
The National Powersports Dealer Association (NPDA) is the premier trade organization representing powersports dealerships across the United States. Dedicated to advocating for the interests of dealers, the NPDA provides critical resources, education, and industry insights that help businesses thrive in an increasingly competitive market. By fostering a strong community and a unified voice, the NPDA works tirelessly to influence legislation, promote fair business practices, and support the growth and success of powersports dealers nationwide.
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