TSLA354.080-22.285%
GM87.7600.54%
F14.6200.21%
RIVN15.740-0.17%
CYD37.430-0.24%
HMC32.670-0.37%
TM197.110-2.76%
CVNA74.5901.16%
PAG219.7700.15%
LAD386.8107.83%
AN212.3605.18%
GPI300.76016.43%
ABG217.2601.85%
SAH81.0001.58%
TSLA354.080-22.285%
GM87.7600.54%
F14.6200.21%
RIVN15.740-0.17%
CYD37.430-0.24%
HMC32.670-0.37%
TM197.110-2.76%
CVNA74.5901.16%
PAG219.7700.15%
LAD386.8107.83%
AN212.3605.18%
GPI300.76016.43%
ABG217.2601.85%
SAH81.0001.58%
TSLA354.080-22.285%
GM87.7600.54%
F14.6200.21%
RIVN15.740-0.17%
CYD37.430-0.24%
HMC32.670-0.37%
TM197.110-2.76%
CVNA74.5901.16%
PAG219.7700.15%
LAD386.8107.83%
AN212.3605.18%
GPI300.76016.43%
ABG217.2601.85%
SAH81.0001.58%


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NAMAD leaders tackle capital barriers and industry threats in Miami Beach 

NAMAD leaders tackle capital barriers and industry threats in Miami Beach 

- August 31, 2026
At the NAMAD convention at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida, CBT News’ Jim Fitzpatrick sat down with NAMAD President Perry Watson IV and Chairman Ray Fregia...
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Perry Watson IV on why NAMAD is driving the future of dealer ownership

Perry Watson IV on why NAMAD is driving the future of dealer ownership

- July 7, 2026
With market dynamics vastly changing, dealership leaders are looking for new ways to stay competitive. Perry Watson IV, President of the National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers (NAMAD), joins us on the latest...
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National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers Announces 46th Annual Conference in Miami

National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers Announces 46th Annual Conference in Miami

- June 25, 2026
MIAMI, FL – National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers (NAMAD) will host its 46th Annual Conference at the iconic Fontainebleau Miami Beach happening from August 11-14, 2026 under the theme:...
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minority ownership

Perry Watson IV reflects on Reverend Jesse Jackson’s impact on minority dealers

- March 6, 2026
The life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson are being honored across the country, reflecting on his decades of civil rights advocacy and economic empowerment. While many remember Reverend Jackson...
Industry News Diversity in Automotive
Joey Huang of Great Lakes Auto Group

Joey Huang of Great Lakes Auto Group on leadership, growth, and dealer longevity

- January 26, 2026
Welcome to another episode of Diversity In Automotive. Today, we’re joined by Joey Huang, owner and President of Great Lakes Auto Group, who outlines an unconventional journey from a medical...
Automotive News Diversity in Automotive
In today's episode of CBT Now, Damon Lester, Chairman of NAMAD, joins us to discuss the successful 2024 NAMAD Annual Conference.

NAMAD Chairman Damon Lester recaps the 2024 annual conference

- September 24, 2024
In today's episode of CBT Now, Damon Lester, Chairman of the National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers (NAMAD), joins us to discuss the successful 2024 NAMAD Annual Conference. The event,...
CBT Now Daily Automotive News
Minority-owned stores now total 1,476 stores scattered throughout the U.S., which is almost 9% of all franchised dealers.

The U.S. retail automotive industry added 110 minority-owned stores in 2022, NAMAD data shows

- August 11, 2023
According to the National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers (NAMAD), the automobile industry added an impressive 110 minority-owned stores in 2022. Minority-owned stores now total 1,476 stores scattered throughout the...
Daily Automotive News Articles
NAMAD, Lester

NAMAD’s Damon Lester on the latest dealer diversity and inclusion efforts

- May 11, 2023
The automotive industry has historically struggled with the rise of diversity and inclusion. But in recent years, there has been a push for greater diversity. Organizations like the National Association...
Daily Automotive News Inside Automotive
Inside Automotive Chad Martin

Dealer Chad Martin on better inventory, changing customers, and diversity

- April 4, 2023
On this episode of Inside Automotive, Chad Martin, President of Martin Management Group, joins host Jim Fitzpatrick to discuss the car business and Black representation in retail automotive. Martin Management...
Management & Leadership Inside Automotive
female dealer, Ross

Why education creates opportunities for female dealers to succeed — Jenell Ross

- February 23, 2023
As February progresses, we will continue to recognize Black automotive dealers and their accomplishments in the business. Jenell Ross, President of Bob Ross Automotive Group, is the first African-American woman...
Inside Automotive Management & Leadership


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