TSLA388.900-3.05%
GM78.0500.27%
F12.435-0.275%
RIVN16.8900.48%
CYD42.3200.03%
HMC24.3600.1%
TM212.860-0.32%
CVNA362.240-8.84%
PAG156.0200.89%
LAD274.8700.39%
AN198.2902.48%
GPI335.4802.75%
ABG204.0901.55%
SAH67.3701.48%
TSLA388.900-3.05%
GM78.0500.27%
F12.435-0.275%
RIVN16.8900.48%
CYD42.3200.03%
HMC24.3600.1%
TM212.860-0.32%
CVNA362.240-8.84%
PAG156.0200.89%
LAD274.8700.39%
AN198.2902.48%
GPI335.4802.75%
ABG204.0901.55%
SAH67.3701.48%
TSLA388.900-3.05%
GM78.0500.27%
F12.435-0.275%
RIVN16.8900.48%
CYD42.3200.03%
HMC24.3600.1%
TM212.860-0.32%
CVNA362.240-8.84%
PAG156.0200.89%
LAD274.8700.39%
AN198.2902.48%
GPI335.4802.75%
ABG204.0901.55%
SAH67.3701.48%


mergers and acquisitions

Carvana acquired Park Cities CDJR in Dallas, Texas, marking its second dealership this year as it tests traditional franchise operations. 

Carvana tests franchise operations with second CDJR dealership in Dallas

- September 23, 2025
On the Dash: Carvana has acquired its second CDJR dealership of 2025 in Dallas, following a February purchase in Casa Grande, Arizona, as part of an early experiment in traditional...
Dave Cantin explains how dealers are becoming smarter, more strategic, and better equipped to seize M&A opportunities

Dave Cantin urges dealers to prioritize quality over quantity as M&A activity hits record levels 

- September 22, 2025
The automotive industry is in the midst of a strategic transformation, and no one sees it more clearly than Dave Cantin, Chairman and CEO of the Dave Cantin Group (DCG)....
Brian Gordon breaks down the 2025 Market Outlook, covering affordability, M&A trends, and potential Chinese automaker impact.

Brian Gordon on Dave Cantin Group’s 2025 Market Outlook Midyear Update

- September 18, 2025
Soaring car prices and affordability remain at the top of mind for both dealers and consumers. On today's episode of Inside Automotive, Brian Gordon, president of Dave Cantin Group, breaks...
Island Auto Group, led by dealer principal Josh Aaronson, has officially acquired the historic Honda of the Bronx in New York.

Island Auto Group expands to historic Honda of the Bronx, eyes growth opportunities – Josh Aaronson

- August 21, 2025
Island Auto Group, led by dealer principal Josh Aaronson, has officially acquired the historic Honda of the Bronx in New York, marking a significant expansion for the dealership group. The...
Jack Hollis joins Accrual Equity Partners

Jack Hollis joins Accrual Equity Partners to support dealers nationwide

- August 13, 2025
Former Toyota executive, Jack Hollis, recently joined Accrual Equity Partners (AEP) as a managing partner. In today's episode of Inside Automotive, Hollis and AEP founders and managing partners, Brady Schmidt...
Group 1 acquires Mercedes-Benz of Buckhead with Presidio’s help, signaling renewed M&A momentum in the luxury dealership market

The Presidio Group advises Group 1 Automotive on acquisition of Mercedes-Benz of Buckhead — George Karolis & Jamie Albertine

- August 5, 2025
Group 1 Automotive has acquired Mercedes-Benz of Buckhead in Atlanta, Georgia, with the assistance of The Presido Group. In today's episode of Inside Automotive, George Karolis, president of The Presidio...
Jack Hollis, Accural Equity Partners

Former Toyota exec Jack Hollis joins Accrual Equity Partners as managing partner

- July 31, 2025
Jack Hollis, the former executive vice president and COO of Toyota Motor North America, has joined Accrual Equity Partners (AEP) as a managing partner. The announcement marks Hollis’ first post-retirement...
Ryan Kerrigan joins us to share exclusive insights on deal flow, consumer behavior, and how regulatory shifts could impact the market.  

U.S. buy-sell market remains strong as dealers adapt to economic headwinds – Ryan Kerrigan | Kerrigan Advisors

- July 30, 2025
Despite market uncertainty, rising tariffs, and wavering EV demand, the retail automotive buy-sell market remains resilient in 2025. On today's episode of CBT Now, Ryan Kerrigan, Managing Director at Kerrigan...
Asbury Automotive Group has finalized its acquisition of The Herb Chambers Companies, expanding Asbury’s presence into the Northeast.

Asbury Automotive completes $1.45B acquisition of Herb Chambers Companies

- July 22, 2025
Asbury Automotive Group, one of the top U.S. automotive retail companies, has finalized its acquisition of The Herb Chambers Companies, the 16th-largest privately-owned dealership group in the country. The $1.45...
Bel Air Partners

Keep your eyes on the prize. Thoughts on selling your dealership.

- July 10, 2025
Bel Air Partners was founded 26 years ago. Previously, I was a Wall Street banker and responsible for the first dealership IPO. When my client asked how much blue sky...


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