Automotive dealerships in Detroit and across Michigan face new challenges from technological advancements, changing consumer preferences, regulatory updates, and economic pressures. High interest rates, rising operational costs, supply chain disruptions, and the trend towards digital transformation have only served to complicate matters. Not only has this impacted new and used car sales, but it has forced many dealerships to adopt new technology to remain competitive. Working with a qualified car dealership CPA that provides value beyond traditional tax and accounting is essential to maintaining your edge.
Brady Ware works with auto dealership owners and management groups in Detroit and Michigan to increase profits, ease tax burdens, prevent fraud, and build the family’s legacy. Our car dealership accountants currently serve over 160 rooftops across the Midwest and have a combined 80+ years of serving the industry. Beyond this, we are actively involved in several prominent associations, including the Ohio, Indiana, Georgia, and North Carolina Automobile Dealers Associations. In addition, we have developed an extensive network of specialty consultants who are available as needed.

Our dealership accounting professionals offer various services designed to address compliance concerns, leverage opportunities, and ensure the financial vitality of the business. Our services include:
Brady Ware provides compliance and advisory services for car dealerships in Detroit and across Michigan from our Columbus-based dealership practice. To learn more about our auto dealership accounting services, complete the form below and a team member will follow up shortly.

The auto dealership industry in Detroit, MI, is deeply intertwined with the city’s identity as the historic heart of the American automotive industry. Detroit’s economy, while diverse, is heavily influenced by its automotive heritage, with major manufacturers like General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis maintaining significant operations in the area. This automotive legacy fosters a strong demand for both new and used vehicles in the local market.
Detroit is home to a mix of large dealership groups, independent dealerships, and franchise dealerships. Prominent dealership groups such as Suburban Collection and LaFontaine Automotive Group offer a wide range of new and pre-owned vehicles alongside comprehensive maintenance and repair services. Franchise dealerships representing major car brands, including the big three American manufacturers as well as foreign brands like Toyota, Honda, and BMW, provide consumers with numerous choices and the latest models. The area code for Detroit (MI) is 313.
Brady Ware CPAs serves car and auto dealerships in Atlanta (GA), Birmingham (AL), Chicago (IL), Cincinnati (OH), Cleveland (OH), Charleston (WV), Charlotte (NC), Dayton (OH), Detroit (MI), Des Moines (IA), Fort Wayne (IN), Houston (TX), Huntington (WV), Indianapolis (IN), Greensboro (NC), Louisville (KY), Memphis (TN), Milwaukee (WI), Minneapolis (MN), Orlando (FL), Pittsburgh (PA), Richmond (VA), and St. Louis (MO).