Business View Magazine | August 2022

124 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 9, ISSUE 8 AT A GLANCE WASHINGTON AREA NEWAUTOMOBILE DEALERS ASSOCIATION (WANADA) WHAT: Representing and promoting the retail automobile business in the Washington Metropolitan area WHERE: Based in Washington, DC WEBSITE: www.wanada.org utomobile NADA) M ultiple industries have shifted their approach to regain momentum within their respective markets following a tumultuous multi-year pandemic. The mobility sector in particular is in the midst of supply chain shortages, an increase in vehicle prices, and scarce dealer lots nationwide as high demand remains steady with its automotive customers. With the desire to maintain their freedom of mobility through purchasing new, used, and leased cars, consumers around the nation have looked to leading automotive associations like the Washington Area New Automobile Dealers Association (WANADA) and their Washington, D.C. Auto Show for insights into the industry and sneak peeks at the latest models and technology sitting side-by-side on one show floor. Known as the region’s largest indoor event, the Washington, D.C. Auto Show is also the official Public Policy venue for the United States. Members of Congress, regulators, cabinet members, and staffers visit the show routinely in hopes of receiving an education on what is hitting the market as they browse the many displays of new models from the world’s top manufacturers, classic cars, interactive experiences, and the latest – advanced electric vehicles. Shaping The Future of Mobility With The Washington, D.C. Auto Show