The concept for (NAATA) The North American Automobile Trade Association was originally conceived in Canada in 1996, where there was already a burgeoning vehicle export trade. With the Canadian dollar at low levels and an ample supply of vehicles built to safety and emissions standards that were recognized internationally, a strong vehicle export industry was established in Canada. Vehicles were exported to and from the United States and Canada – around the world.
Subsequent to its initial origins it entered into a joint venture with an American counterpart called the American Automobile Shippers Association (“AASA”). This joint venture operated as “NAATA” for several years attracting members from Canada, United States, Mexico and Europe. Ultimately a decision was made to close the Canadian entity and change the name of AASA to the North American Automobile Trade Association which is a 501(C)(6) corporation to create one cohesive trade organization. That is how we operate today serving Canada, Mexico and the United States.
NAATA was established with a mission to promote the export of motor vehicles.Our goal is to educate and advocate for our Members and to support independent vehicle traders in North America.
The Canadian, Mexican and American vehicle export industry is still thriving. More than two decades after the conception of a trade association, Canadian, Mexicanand US based exporters continue to serve markets around the world. It is also diversified to ensure that vehicles are sourced wherever there is a buying advantage for customers. Canadian, Mexicanand US based exporters are able to source vehicles for any market.