Founded in 1964, Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (F A D A), is the apex national body of automobile retail industry engaged in the sale, service and spares of 2/3 Wheelers, Passenger Cars, UVs, Commercial Vehicles (including buses and trucks) and Tractors. F A D A represents over 15,000 automobile dealers having 25,000 dealerships including 30 Associations of Automobile Dealers at the Regional, State and City levels accounting for 90% of market share in India. F A D A, at the same time also actively networks with the industries and the authorities, both at the Central & State levels to provide its inputs and suggestions on the Auto Policy, Taxation, Vehicle Registration Procedure, Road Safety and Clean Environment, etc. to sustain the growth of the Automobile Retail Trade in India.

An industry benchmark, F A D A Journal, our monthly magazine has been running successfully since last 21+ years. F A D A also takes lead amongst the extensively rich conferences with our flagship conference, Auto Summit, which has been running successfully since last 20 years. To gain traction, F A D A has introduced short format conference called ‘Vyapar’ which is being organised at State Levels to build a strong bond amongst local dealers by including seminars, workshops and panel discussions to highlight the challenges and opportunities for the Auto Retail Industry.

Etching a fine name for itself amongst top dealer fraternities in the world – F A D A in 2018 has launched its flagship project – F A D A Academy by opening a new chapter in skilling for automobile dealerships, their leadership and on-ground operations alike.

F A D A has been the voice of Indian automotive retail for over 50 years now. Together we employ, 2.5 Mn direct employees and another 2.5 via indirect employment making it a total of 5Mn. This is done without displacing them from their home locations.

Building a cohesive, inclusive and syndicated body, F A D A takes pride in being a voice to various State Chapters at the same time strengthening the automotive ecosystem through partnerships. F A D A joining hands with SIAM and ACMA to form Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC), is one such example of its progressive character and vision.