Programs & Services
Value or return on investment for membership dues is the most important factor in joining or remaining a member of any organization. Join the NTDA today and discover how our growing list of programs and services directly benefit your business and the industry.
To join the NTDA today, call 1-800-800-4552 or download a membership application.
Federal Excise Tax (FET) Hotline
Members can use the NTDA’s FET Hotline staffed by CPAs that specifically handle FET tax audits and related questions. Call as often as needed for questions about FET issues and proper application relating to the sale of semi-trailers and trailer accessories.
Annual Convention
The NTDA Convention offers technical information, industry updates, market forecasts and tips on maximizing profitability through top-notch, industry-specific educational presentations. Networking opportunities help attendees establish new business-to-business relations, discuss common problems and solutions, share ideas and learn about new products.
TrailerTalk Newsletter
TrailerTalk features timely updates and information on legislative and regulatory issues; business improvement; new programs and services; Association, industry and member news; and much more. Member companies can add up to five employees to the TrailerTalk mailing list. To update your subscription list, contact Gwen Brown at 1-800-800-4552, or (810) 229-5960. Free to members; $42 subscription fee for nonmembers.
NTDA News Alert E-newsletter
This monthly electronic newsletter delivers the latest member news and industry headlines impacting your business with links to valuable resources on NTDA.org. Subscribe now!
Scholarship Program
The NTDA Scholarship Program offers one $7,000 award to a high school student who is the child of an individual employed by an NTDA member company.
Discount Shipping Program
The Discount Freight Program saves members money on small package and less-than-truckload shipping through reputable carriers Yellow and UPS Freight through PartnerShip. Also, save on FedEx and FedEx Ground shipping.
Credit Card Processing Program
With the Credit Card Processing Program, members qualify for the most competitive rates in the industry for processing their customers' Visa and MasterCard purchases through Bank of America. Save money without switching banks!
Dealer Financial Performance Survey and Report
Offers Dealer members direct comparisons to similar firms, and offers suggestions for improving profitability. Participants receive a financial and operating profile of the entire industry; a Microsoft Excel tutorial in financial planning; and a confidential report comparing their firm with similar businesses. A $99 participation fee helps defer the overall cost of the survey and report.
Membership Directory
This essential publication provides detailed member company information cross-referenced geographically and by last name. Allied members are also listed by company type. Print publication issued annually in May. Electronic updates provided to members quarterly. Browse the NTDA's online Membership Directory.
Discounted Advertising
To help members market their companies, the NTDA offers discounted advertising opportunities in the Association newsletter, TrailerTalk and in the Annual NTDA Membership Director, and on www.ntda.org. E-mail gwen@ntda.org for rates and specifications.