David Wright, president of Dave Wright Nissan Subaru in Hiawatha, Iowa, was named the 2026 TIME Dealer of the Year at the 109th National Automotive Dealers Association (NADA) Show in Las Vegas on February 5, 2026. The award, now in its 57th year, recognizes industry accomplishments and community service, according to TIME.
Wright was selected for his leadership in the automotive industry and his dedication to community service. He has cultivated a culture focused on people and community impact and was recognized by Automotive News as a Best Dealerships to Work For 12 times, according to TIME.
The announcement of Wright's award was made amidst a flurry of other significant developments. Multiple news sources highlighted the launch of the AI model NEXUS and a surge in European EV sales, according to Time. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled a plan involving incentives and tax breaks to bolster the electric vehicle industry, aiming to reduce economic reliance on the United States amidst strained relations, according to the NY Times. This initiative is seen as a response to U.S. trade actions impacting Canada's auto industry and aligns with global trends toward electric vehicles.
Simultaneously, concerns are mounting regarding the environmental impact of the 2026 Winter Olympics, with projections of significant snowpack and glacial ice loss, according to Time. The AI industry also saw OpenAI's CEO facing criticism for his response to a competitor's ad campaign, according to Time.
The news of Wright's award and the other developments were reported alongside the announcement of the 2025 NFL MVP. Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, at 37, was named the 2025 NFL MVP, edging out other top contenders, according to CBS News. Stafford's impressive season included leading the league in passing yards and touchdowns, earning him his first MVP award, despite the Rams' NFC Championship Game loss.
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