Joining theIMDA couldn't be easier!

Providing The Voice and Support for The Independent Motor Dealers

Not only can being an Independent prove to be a very lonely experience, it also seems as if your opinion is never being listened to. The IMDA have made this a thing of the past. As a group of Independents our voice has become loud and clear and we can assure you that our collective Voice will be heard and listened to more widely respected as our Association continues to grow.

When external influences challenge our business such as changes to the use of trade plates rule, fuel taxation and business rates – The IMDA will continue to work hard on the behalf of its members to lobby with government by joining fellow industry associations to give independent dealers ‘a voice at the table’

We will ensure that by working closely together with fellow Industry Associations & Influencers we will help influence industry changes and government legislation that affects the Motor Industry.

Your opinion does count!

We will continue to obtain your views surrounding various issues that affect your business through Survey's. The results of which will enable us to conclude the opinion of the majority and take the necessary action towards lobbying.

Using 'Strength in Numbers' The IMDA will ensure that your voice at last WILL be heard.

Let us know how we can help by telling us about the challenge's your business is facing today by emailing us hello@theIMDA.co.uk

"It's not what happens in life that's important, it's how you respond to what happens that matters"

There are very few guarantees in life, however there is one when you are buying and selling pre-owned and used vehicles, and that guarantee is that at least one of your cars will breakdown. It's at this point that you can chose to win or lose a customer for life.

The IMDA Support Team will empower you to become proactive in your response to such situations and give you the confidence to handle it with professionalism.

The IMDA have teamed up with Motor Trade Legal experts  to provide a fantastic level of support included in your annual subscription (FREE of charge*)

We can offer our members Support in the following complex areas:-

Legal Rights
HR & Employment Law
Health & Safety
Taxation
Accounting
FCA Compliance
GDPR
Customer Complaints & Consumer Rights Act 2015
Motor Industry Best Practice

No more burying your head in the sand avoiding an issue. The IMDA website will become your first stop in the journey to a successful conclusion of a negative situation.

Disclaimer *Please note that each member is entitle to a maximum of 2 hours of Legal Help within their subscription period 

Recognition - Helping you stand out!

As public awareness of The IMDA gains traction the importance of being a member of this great Association will become clear. As a member we welcome you to display The IMDA Logo proudly on your website and we encourage you to use this on all marketing material you produce as it will help you be recognised by the general public as a business they can trust.

Your association with the high standards, core values & ethics of The IMDA will ensure that you gain maximum positive exposure in the public domain.

By signing and practicing the IMDA Code of Conduct you will be recognised for delivering the very best in customer care & high quality service by potential customers and will be the blueprint for a successful business.

We want to help highlight the great businesses that work in the Independent Sector by celebrating their successes and helping share these best practices within the Association.

Benefit from our Group Buying Power

We all understand the benefits that can be gained through a buying group, at the IMDA we have invested a great amount of time and effort ensuring that we can offer you Exclusive IMDA Members Only offers from our vetted and Approved Suppliers.

We have carried out hours of research on each supplier to ensure they embrace the same ethics & morals as a company that we do as an Association, this obviously means that not ALL interested suppliers have made it onto our Approved Suppliers Directory. By signing The IMDA Code of Conduct and Terms & Conditions we are confident that our suppliers will help support our members over the next twelve months and beyond.

We have restricted Sectors to a maximum of only 5 Suppliers per sector thus helping bring together the 5 Top Suppliers in one place and giving you a wide enough choice to choose from. We will continue to add Suppliers as the become Approved and notify you via the News Feed.

Each Approved Supplier have a dedicated page explaining their business and to promote their offer. On this page you have the to rate and review them, because we understand the importance of both positive and negative feedback.