IAAF history
In 2015, the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) is celebrating 85 years of trading.
The IAAF started trading in 1930 as the Motor Factors Association (MFA), from what was then known as the parts wholesaler section of the SMMT. In 1990, parts manufacturers, suppliers and importers were appointed into membership and the association became the Automotive Distribution Federation (ADF), then becoming a limited company in 2000.
In 2010, with the appointment of independent garages into membership and a broadening mandate to address all issues of the automotive aftermarket, the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) was formed.
A special commemorative IAAF artwork has been commissioned to celebrate the IAAF’s 85 years, available as a framed poster for only £75.
1930
The parts wholesaler section of the SMMT becomes the Motor Factors Association (MFA)
1936
First in dash radio
1971
ABS Braking is introduced
1975
The Catalytic Converter is introduced
1983
Seatbelts become mandatory in the UK
1990
Parts manufacturers and importers are admitted to membership and the MFA becomes the Automotive Distribution Federation (ADF)
2000
The ADF (formerly an unincorporated body) becomes a Company Limited by Guarantee
2010
Independent garages, service centres, repair shops are admitted to membership and the ADF becomes the Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF)
2014
First female chief executive of the IAAF
2015
IAAF challenges BMW under block exemption
2015
IAAF fights MOT changes
2015
IAAF new website launch
