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ABOUT THE CATA

Founded in 1904, the Chicago Automobile Trade Association is one of the nation's oldest and largest metropolitan new-car dealership associations.

Today, CATA's member dealerships employ more than 20,000 people in Chicagoland. These locally-based small businesses provide good-paying jobs for their employees who, in turn, contribute to their communities.

The CATA commitment to excellence in automotive retailing remains its core value and will remain so through the next century.

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CATA membership benefits a dealer in many facets of day-to-day operations. From providing advocacy at the state, county and local levels, to assistance with legal and employment issues, to best-in-industry training opportunities, CATA is here to address the challenges automotive retailers face.

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IN THE SPOTLIGHT


The Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producer of the Chicago Auto Show, successfully concluded its fourth annual Chicago Drives Electric event, held Oct. 2-5 in Oakbrook Terrace, Ill. The event marked its most expansive year yet, bringing together 16 automotive brands and 44 electrified vehicle models for consumers to explore through test drives and hands-on educational opportunities.

Launched in 2022, Chicago Drives Electric continues to grow in reach and relevance, offering consumers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to get behind the wheel of all-electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles, ranging from luxury models to rugged SUVs and practical family vehicles, all in one convenient location.

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18W200 Butterfield Rd.
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181 
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