AUTO SHOW & “Dancing with the Cars” Charity Preview

We produce and direct the annual Pittsburgh International Auto Show to provide off-season auto sales impetus to the spring selling season. The Auto Show has grown tremendously over the years and we are constantly striving to make it better every year. The Auto Show is a much anticipated event for car buffs and families who have made it a tradition for generations! Proceeds from the “Dancing with the Cars” Auto Show Charity Preview benefit the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Charities, which include, the Autism Society of Pittsburgh, Allegheny Valley School, and The Greater Pittsburgh Automobile Dealers Foundation.

SOCIAL EVENTS

Three other major events are the Annual Spring Membership Meeting/Dinner, the Members Only “Comfort Zone” tent at the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix, and the Annual Golf Outing. Please view our Galleries to see the events for yourself!

PATA FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Available to the membership, their employees and families, our credit union offers a convenient payroll deduction savings plan, as well as low interest loans, share drafts, Visa cards and checking. All funds are federally guaranteed up to $100,000 per account. Members can offer this as a fringe benefit with minimal involvement and no liability. Call 412.963.8081 for information.

COMMUNICATIONS

“GPADAcast”, our monthly video message from CEO, Lisa McIntyre, containing up-to-date information reporting on happenings at the GPADA, as well as other news that is of interest to the membership. “Auto Outlook” is a monthly and quarterly publication that provides valuable auto industry sales and statistical information relative to our geographical market area, along with trend information to assist in both short and long term planning. We also sponsor a comprehensive annual “Economic Impact Study” detailing how our franchised new vehicle dealers contribute to the local economy through their spending on advertising, payroll, taxes, and much more.

DEALERSHIP WORKFORCE SURVEYS

Working with NADA, surveys are conducted that provide comparative data regarding wages and benefits for all positions within dealerships both locally, regionally and nationally.

LEGISLATIVE ACTION

Cooperates with PAA and NADA in their efforts on state and federal elections, legislation and regulations affecting our industry through PAC fundraising and attending Legislative events.

FACILITY AVAILABILITY

Any member has the opportunity to use our building’s variety of training and meeting rooms. Our four meeting spaces seat from 8 to 55 with free parking. We offer complete food and beverage service and state of the art equipment. Call 412.963.8909 or email carla@gpada.com to reserve a room today!

Classroom seats 55; Board Room seats 25; Conf. Rm. #1 seats 12; Conf. Rm. #2 seats 8.

SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM

An excellent opportunity for our Associate Members to get increased exposure to our Dealer Members and to help support our various annual events, as well as the GPAD Foundation.

GPAD FOUNDATION

Each year a charity is chosen to be the primary beneficiary of funds raised at our “Dancing with the Cars” Auto Show Charity Preview. We have presented over $1,000,000 to various charities in our area over the last several years. In addition to our significant charitable giving, the Foundation also provides a number of scholarships to future deserving automotive career candidates and sponsors other initiatives to promote and enhance opportunities to work in the retail auto industry.