Welcome to IDA!

     This is what we do. This is our only purpose.
     To promote the independent dealer, distributor and manufacturer.

          Russ LeRoy, President

Why Join IDA Members Around the Globe?

Benefits - By working together as members of IDA, Independents gain strength. What we cannot do individually, we can accomplish together. A strong Association can accomplish many things.

Networking - With the diverse makeup of the members around the world, IDA serves as a vast resource of professional knowledge and expertise that contributes to the overall advancement of aftermarket parts and service. Unlimited benefits and increased business opportunities are derived from personally knowing other industry independent parts suppliers.

Annual Convention - The international IDA Parts Convention and trade show is held annual. Manufacturers and distributors from all over the world attend to take advantage of the seminars, networking, negotiation, current industry information and partnerships.

Communications - The UNIVERSAL magazine is published bi-monthly with current news and information to utilize to better manage your business. Other data: Parts Directory. Buyers Guide. Membership Roster.

Legislative Monitoring - IDA is part of the only federal watchdog exclusively devoted to the heavy vehicle parts and service business.

International Affairs - IDA is a worldwide organization with members in over 50 countries learning from each other to grow their business. It is not surprising that independent parts suppliers have similar problems and concerns whether they are doing business next door or half way around the world.