Dear Kentucky Dealers,

We look ahead to another year filled with changes and challenges, and I am optimistic and excited about where our industry is headed. As we face shifts in trade policies, market dynamics and technological advancements, this is an incredible opportunity to explore new business models, reassess strategies and charge ahead.

In alignment with that, one of KADA’s main focuses for 2025 — both in the Legislative Session and beyond — is improving and streamlining the electronic lien and title system. We are thrilled that after four years, we’ve reached our goal of becoming an ELT state! However, this is still a work in progress, and I cannot emphasize or encourage you enough to sign on and utilize this incredible new tool. From our side, we are working diligently alongside our partners — Champ and Vitu, the County Clerks, and dealers — to ensure this process is as smooth as can be.

Another initiative that we are very excited about this year is our partnership with Kosair for Kids. Kosair for Kids is a trusted organization that has been assisting and advocating for Kentucky’s kids for over a century. By donating just $1 per vehicle sold each month, you can truly make a difference. I encourage you to follow our communications and participate.

Please be on the lookout throughout the year for our messaging regarding another important initiative — Kentucky Dealer University (KDU). One of our main focuses for 2025 is education, and through KDU, we are offering courses with industry professionals that are tailored to the various areas in your dealerships.

It is essential to us at KADA that we support your business in all the ways that we can. We aim to do this by providing educational opportunities, advocating on your behalf, providing access to the best in automotive products and services from our partner programs, hosting networking events, providing the latest news and more.

We encourage you to take advantage of all these resources available to you, and please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.

We will continue to work hard to represent and support the car dealers in Kentucky!

Onward!