National
Motorists
Association

Our Mission

The National Motorists Association (NMA) represents and protects the interests of North American motorists. We work for more rational traffic laws, reasonable speed limits, fair enforcement practices and traffic courts more interested in justice than ticket revenue.

The NMA believes in freedom and responsibility to make choices, not in arbitrary laws, ticket cameras, unfair driving taxes, revenue-motivated traffic courts and speed traps. We support traffic laws based on sound engineering principles and public consensus -- not political agendas.

Beyond influencing public policy, we support change from the ground up by providing resources to help individuals challenge unjust laws and contest revenue-motivated tickets.

How We Started

The National Motorists Association was founded in 1982. We began by combating (and defeating) the 55-MPH National Maximum Speed Limit and we continue to support efforts to retain motorists' freedoms and rights.

How We're Funded

The NMA is a grassroots organization supported by membership dues and donations contributed by people just like you. We are motorists joining together to protect our common interests.

What People Are Saying About Us

We've been featured on CNN, MSNBC, USA Today, the New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, and hundreds of newspapers across the country.

"The NMA is a much needed resource to expose the many myths about highway safety perpetrated by government agencies, insurers, and others with an economic agenda that feeds off drivers. NMA is an effective advocate of ALL drivers."
- Todd Spencer, Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association

"NMA is aggressively defending the rights of motorists in ways that "think tanks" and other membership organizations can't or won't. I'm a member and I encourage everyone who rides or drives to sign up too."
- Joseph Bast, Heartland Institute

"The NMA's goals are of critical importance to every motorist. Our transportation system is governed by powerful stakeholders with embedded interests. The NMA fights bureaucratic hypocrisy, provides strong advocacy, and produces real results."
- Andy Goldfine, Aerostitch Riderwear

Motorist Bill Of Rights

We believe that all motorists deserve these rights:

1. The right to traffic regulation based on sound engineering principles and public consensus
2. Clear guarantees that revenue collected from highway users for highway purposes be used for such purposes, and that all streets, roads, and highways be properly maintained, signed and regulated in a manner that expedites travel.
3. Freedom from unreasonable search and seizure and the guarantee that all traffic stops will be based on probable cause.
4. The right to choose the type of vehicle and related equipment that best meets an individual's needs and preferences.
5. Protection from discourteous and reckless drivers including those who deliberately impede traffic, who threaten other motorists with their actions, or who are impaired or incompetent.
6. Freedom from unreasonable surcharges, fees, taxes, and fines.
7. Complete access to all public streets, roads, and highways, free of arbitrary restrictions, exorbitant fees, or governmental attempts to dictate personal travel choices.
8. Freedom from driver license suspensions or revocations for non-driving violations or matters of personal conduct.
9. Protection from arbitrary and exploitative insurance industry practices.
10. The right to a fair and impartial trial for traffic offenses, including a trial by jury if requested by the defendant.

Privacy Policy

The NMA will not release, distribute, or disclose any information that you have given us. This includes but is not limited to your name, street address, email address, telephone number, membership status, and purchasing history. This policy has been in effect since our founding in 1982. We respect your privacy and appreciate the trust your support represents.