» Revving Up for the BIG Apple: Local Auto Tech Students Compete to Win a Trip to New York
On Saturday, January 20, 2007, 50 students representing 17 high schools throughout Oregon and southwest Washington will compete in the FUTURE TECH COMPETITION

» 92nd Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association Annual Business Meeting (With Photos)
Thank you for attending the 92nd Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association Annual Business Meeting. Once again it was a great success because of your participation.

» FLOODED VEHICLES POSE SAFETY AND CONSUMER RISK UNLESS INSURERS SHARE INFO
Auto Dealers Seek InsurersŐ Help in Keeping Flood Damaged Cars off the Streets. Insurance Company Voluntarily Discloses Flood Damage Info

» Reynolds High School Students Take 11th Place at National Automotive Technology Competition.
Over $3.5 Million Dollars in Scholarships & Prizes Awarded to Participants

~2005 ~

» FRAUD ALERT! "INSTANT FUNDING SYSTEMS" IS NOT A LEGITIMATE BUSINESS!
Eugene Ebersole has asked OADA to distribute the following fraud alert. Please contact Gene or the Postal Inspector if you have any information or questions.

» PUBLIC INFO NEEDED ON CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS
The Governor's Vehicle Emissions Workgroup is seeking public comments. Environmental groups have already generated more than 300 form letters in support of adopting California emissions standards in Oregon.

» Northside Ford Trucks and Equipment Earns 2004 President's Award
The Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association proudly announces that Northside Ford Trucks and Equipment of Portland has earned Ford Motor Company's 2004 President's Award.

» Spring Clean Up: Tips for Vehicle Maintenance
The MPNCDA provides a quick guide on what to check and maintain to keep your automobile efficient, safe and running like new.

» Banking On Black Gold: Sandy High School Auto Tech Students Win 120 Gallon Oil Tank
The MPNCDA and Carson Oil awarded Sandy High School with a full 120-gallon oil tank and dispensing system.

~2004 ~

» MPNCDA Supports Shriners Hospital for Children with $10,000 Donation from 2005 Auto Show
The MPNCDA in conjunction with the 2005 Portland International Auto Show has donated $10,000 to benefit Portland's Shriners Hospital for Children.

» MPNCDA Elects 2005 Board Officers and Directors
The Board of Directors of the Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association recently elected officer positions for the year 2005.

» On The Cusp of National Book Week MPNCDA Fosters the Gift of Reading
To help ensure that local children build strong reading skills and character, with exciting stories that model respect, responsibility and kindness, the MPNCDA has partnered with the national literacy organization "Operation Outreach."

» "Boost for Safety" - October is National Booster Seat Safety Month
In conjunction with the NADA's proclamation of October as National Booster Seat Safety Month, the MPNCDA is urging all parents to inspect their child's vehicle safety seat.

» MPNCDA Presents Top Auto Educators With $15,000 Donation
In support of Portland area automotive technology instructors and programs, the MPNCDA presented its annual donation of $15,000 at the 2004 Technology Educators of Oregon annual conference.

» Local Women In Pursuit of Nontraditional Careers Look To Automotive Industry
As one of the largest industries in the world, and Oregon's second largest employer the automotive industry is an area where women are becoming increasingly involved in day-to-day operations.

» Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association Names New Executive Vice President
The Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association (MPNCDA) has hired Greg Remensperger as its new executive vice president.

» Local Educator Louise Drow Helps Students Chart a Path to a Rewarding Career
Working with the Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association, Louise Drow offers students successful careers.

» A Perfect 10: Automotive Wizardry Promises to Wow Consumers
New technological capabilities and a competitive landscape have combined to push automobile manufacturers to achieve new heights in vehicle enhancements that appeal to consumers.

» MPNCDA Supports Ronald McDonald House with $15,000 Donation from 2004 Auto Show
The MPNCDA in conjunction with the 2004 Portland International Auto Show has donated $15,000 to benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities.

» Members Graduate from NADA Dealer Candidate Academy
The Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association proudly announces graduates from NADA Dealer Candidate Academy.

» High School Students Revved Their Engines at Local Automotive Technology Competition
Students from Sandy Union High School took first place for the first time ever in the Automotive Technology Competition, sponsored by the Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association and Carson Oil.

~2003 ~

» Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association Elects 2004 Board Officers and Directors
The Board of Directors of the Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association recently elected new officer positions for the year 2004.

» Driving Economic Stability: Portland's Automobile Industry Leads The Way
Slow growth in the region's labor market is bolstering hopes about the state's overall economic condition.

» Debunking Vocational Myths: Getting a Good Job without a Traditional College Degree
Given Oregon's record-setting 8.5 percent unemployment rate, the Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association's vocational education program is more critical than ever, offering viable career options to teenagers and twenty-somethings.

» Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association Continues Legacy of Community Commitment
The Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association recently donated $20,006 to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oregon and Southwest Washington, bringing their total giving to $52,510 over the past four years.

» Safe at Home: Portland's Automobile Industry Supports Nation's Homeland Security Efforts
Today, the Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association made a significant contribution to national homeland security efforts by providing the National Center for Disaster Decision Making (NCDDM) with a leading donation of $150,000.

» Elementary School Students Take Home Books Provided By the Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association
The Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association recently donated more than 600 books to students at David Hill Elementary, Lincoln Park Elementary, and Sweetbriar Elementary

» Driving Economic Stability: Portland's Automobile Industry Leads The Way
Although Portland's unemployment rate has remained at or above seven percent since October 2001, metro area auto dealers have emerged as a recession-proof industry, experiencing steady sales and providing jobs that help fuel economic recovery - to the tune of $2.4 billion.

» Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association Pledges Financial Support for PIL Sports
The Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association has pledged up to $1000 to help save Portland Interscholastic League sports programs. The MPNCDA is working with OregonLive.com to accomplish this unique and community supported pledge drive.

» Lean Mean Auto Tech Teams from Local High Schools Compete for Glory to Win a Trip to New York
On Saturday, January 18, 2003, more than 50 students representing 12 high schools throughout Oregon and Washington will compete in the fourth annual Automotive Technology Competition, sponsored by the Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association with Carson Oil.

~2002 ~

» Franklin High School Earns Automotive Youth Education System ­ AYES Certification
The Automotive Technologies program at Franklin High School receives AYES certification Tuesday, December 3 in a ceremony scheduled for 9:30 AM in the school's Media Center.

» MPNCDA and Carson Oil Join Forces to Support High School Technical Education
Carson Oil Company has teamed up with the Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association in supporting local high school technical education.

~2001 ~

» Local Car Dealers Innovate to Take on Employee Shortage
Through its affiliation with a unique partnership between auto dealers, educators and automakers, the Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association continues taking steps to ease an industry shortage of qualified automotive technicians.

» Portland-Area New Car Dealers Make Large Contribution to Communities
A broad base of charities and schools in the Portland metro market have benefited from over $650,000 in contributions from the Metro Portland New Car Dealers Association (MPNCDA) over the past three and a half years.