About KADA
The voice of Kentucky’s auto dealers since 1938.
The Kentucky Automobile Dealers Association (KADA) is a trade association representing Kentucky’s new and used car dealers. Formed in 1938, KADA is dedicated to providing the highest quality service to Kentucky’s dealers. KADA is here to protect the interests of dealerships throughout the state within the Kentucky General Assembly and state regulatory agencies.
Announcements
NADA Headlines
- NADA Market Beat NADA Market Beat: New Light-Vehicle Sales Hit 16.0 Million Unit SAAR in September 2026
- You’ve Got Questions. NADA Show Education Has Answers.
- NADA Show and Expo Nominations Open for 2027 NADA Show WDAR Awards
- NADA Show and Expo Did You Know? Orlando!
- NADA Century Award Monaco Ford: More Than a Century of Family, Community and Change
Quick Links
Upcoming Events
All Events- KDU Dealership Operations WorkshopLouisville Slugger Museum, 800 West Main Street, Louisville, KYNov 18, 2026
KADET PAC
Support our KADET PAC fund and help us build and maintain relationships with legislators who support your business and our industry.
Kentucky Auto Dealer Services
Your association health insurance program created by dealers, or dealers. Learn more about our customized insurance options and how you can maximize your employee benefits.
Kentucky Dealer University
Kentucky Dealer University is a dealer-centric educational program established by KADA with a mission to provide quality content to keep dealers in-the-know.
Kentucky Horsepower
Kentucky Horsepower, the official podcast of KADA. The goal of this podcast is to provide you with relevant, interesting news and information alongside any updates affecting our industry and your dealership.
Kentucky Dealers Care
KADA Endorsed Service Partners
Member of NADA & Industry Partners
Driving Kentucky’s Economy
Annual Contribution of Kentucky’s New-Car Dealers
29,198
Jobs Created by Dealerships
$719mm
State Sales Tax Paid
$970mm
Payroll
$11.9b
Total Sales