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 The Association was established in 1932. The
founding members mainly consisted businessmen in the bicycle trade. As Singapore became
more developed and prosperous, however, motor vehicles and other much advanced forms of
transportation replaced bicycles and trishaws as the main modes of transportation. As a
result, members of the Association are now mainly dealers of motor vehicle parts and
accessories.
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 The Association aims to
promote unity, to foster friendship among fellow members, to enhance the business
prospects for its members and to carry out welfare work in the community.
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 Dealers engaged in the trading of bicycles, motorcycles, motor spare parts
and accessories, and merchandise relating to bicycles, motorcycles, and motor vehicles,
who are willing to abide by the Rules and Regulations of the Association, are eligible for
membership of the Association. The Association currently represents about 80% of such
dealers in Singapore. Supplier representatives and commission agents with business
relationships with members of the Association will also be invited to be Honorary Patrons
or Patrons of the Association.
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 The Association is made known globally
through a network of international trade and commercial institutes. Relevant overseas
trade enquiries are channeled through these bodies to members. In addition to trade
enquiries, statistics such as those on motor vehicle registrations, imports and
exports of motor vehicles and parts and accessories, information on the latest
technological developments within the motor industry and other relevant news are compiled
by the Association for members' use and reference. The Association also often acts as a
source of reference for visiting individuals or trade missions who are looking for local
contacts.
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 The Association has set up a bursary fund for students
which parents are employees of a member firm. The annual bursary awards amount to $200 for
a primary student, $300 for a secondary student and $800 for a college or university
student.
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 The Association occasionally organises get-togethers for members, their employees and families to foster closer relationships among them. In addition, the Association organises sports and recreation activities each year. For the past few years, tournaments held include chess, carom, dart, bowling, squash, badminton, table tennis, golf and karaoke. Supported by generous prize sponsorships from patrons, these have been well received by members and their employees.
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 The Association also often represents
members on their views on major issues effecting them. |
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 Blk 261, Waterloo Street, #03-09, Singapore 180261
Tel: 65-6339 7648 Fax:65-6336 6181 |