The Herb Chambers Companies

Group 1 Automotive Acquires BMW/MINI Franchises in Southend

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Tuesday, September 6, 2022
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HOUSTON, Sept. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) ("Group 1" or the "Company"), an international, Fortune 300 automotive retailer with 205 dealerships located in the U.S. and U.K., today announced the expansion of its U.K. operations with the acquisition of a BMW/MINI dealership and a collision center in the town of Southend located east of London in the county of Essex.  This location is contiguous with several other existing automotive dealerships currently owned and operated by Group 1 Automotive in the U.K and increases the Company's U.K. operations to 56 dealerships (79 franchises).  This acquisition is expected to generate £70 million ($80 million) in annual revenue.

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  • This location is contiguous with several other existing automotive dealerships currently owned and operated by Group 1 Automotive in the U.K and increases the Company's U.K. operations to 56 dealerships (79 franchises).
  • Group 1's U.K.
  • Group 1 owns and operates 205 automotive dealerships, 275 franchises, and 48 collision centers in the United States and the United Kingdom that offer 35 brands of automobiles.
  • Group 1 discloses additional information about the Company, its business, and its results of operations at www.group1corp.com , www.group1auto.com , www.group1collision.com , www.acceleride.com , www.facebook.com/group1auto , and www.twitter.com/group1auto .

DealerOn Announces Selection as Lincoln Motor Company Certified Website Provider

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Thursday, April 29, 2021
Ford Motor Company, Lincoln Motor Company, Premier Automotive Group, Car dealership, Lincoln, Nebraska, Cars, Car culture, Dearborn, Michigan, The Herb Chambers Companies

b'ROCKVILLE, Md., April 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- DealerOn, the premier digital marketing technologies provider for automotive manufacturers and dealerships, announced today that it has been selected by FordDirect, as the second provider in the Lincoln Website Solution program.

Key Points: 
  • b'ROCKVILLE, Md., April 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- DealerOn, the premier digital marketing technologies provider for automotive manufacturers and dealerships, announced today that it has been selected by FordDirect, as the second provider in the Lincoln Website Solution program.
  • As a result, DealerOn is proud to help equip Lincoln dealers with DealerOn\'s award-winning digital marketing technology to showcase the incredible line of Lincoln automobiles at Lincoln dealerships.\n"Lincoln is well known for delivering a best-in-class ownership experience.
  • DealerOn is honored to be selected by FordDirect to deliver the very best online experience for Lincoln dealerships and customers.
  • DealerOn websites have won several industry awards, including, multiple Driving Sales Top-Rated Website, Digital Dealer\'s Overall Website Excellence Award, AWA\'s Pinnacle Award, and Dealer Marketing Magazine\'s Technology Award for Website Providers.

A&L Motor Sales Transforms BMW Showroom into State-of-the-Art Facility

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Monday, December 21, 2020
Luxury, Retail, General Automotive, Automotive, Performance & Special Interest, British brands, Cars, Automotive industry, Motor vehicles, BMW, Rover, Jaguar Cars, The Herb Chambers Companies, Park's Motor Group

A&L Motor Sales, a leading dealership of BMW, Jaguar and Land Rover with over seven decades of experience as a trusted name in automotive sales, today announced the completion of its brand new, reimagined BMW showroom.

Key Points: 
  • A&L Motor Sales, a leading dealership of BMW, Jaguar and Land Rover with over seven decades of experience as a trusted name in automotive sales, today announced the completion of its brand new, reimagined BMW showroom.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201221005670/en/
    A&L Motors unveils contemporary updates to BMW showroom, elevating the luxury dealership to a customer-focused, state-of-the-art facility.
  • Our updated layout emphasizes our commitment to providing our customers with a no-pressure sales environment that exceeds expectations, said Nate Paul, Sales Manager, A&L Motor Sales.
  • Founded in 1948, A&L Motor Sales is a family owned and operated luxury automotive dealership of BMW, Land Rover and Jaguar.

17 Prime Dealerships Honored In J.D. Power Excellence Program

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Friday, July 31, 2020
Car dealership, The Herb Chambers Companies

WESTWOOD, Mass., July 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Prime Automotive Group announced today that 17 of their dealerships were recipients of the J.D.

Key Points: 
  • WESTWOOD, Mass., July 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Prime Automotive Group announced today that 17 of their dealerships were recipients of the J.D.
  • Power 2020 Dealer of Excellence Program.
  • This Program recognizes the importance of the customer experience and Prime dealerships were among 290 selected out of approximately 17,000 nationwide.
  • Currently Prime Automotive Group represents 56 dealerships and 28 brands, and is organized into five regional platforms across eight states.

Carousel Motor Group Announces Temporary Closure of New and Used Vehicle Sales Operations

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Friday, March 20, 2020
Carousel, The Herb Chambers Companies

Carousel Motor Group is the first major motor group in the state to take this step.

Key Points: 
  • Carousel Motor Group is the first major motor group in the state to take this step.
  • The most valuable part of our company is our people and with that in mind, we will continue to pay our employees during this closure period," said Chase Hawkins, Chief Executive Officer and President, Carousel Motor Group.
  • Carousel Motor Group is an operating company of the Pohlad Companies,a diverse group of businesses united by a proud legacy ofcreating value and opportunities for our employees,businesses and communities.
  • Formed inMay 2008, Carousel Motor Group operates sevenTwin Citiesautomotive dealerships, including Coon Rapids Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Audi Minneapolis,Audi St. Paul, BMW ofMinnetonka, Chevrolet North Branch, Porsche of St. Paul, and Porsche ofMinneapolis.

CarGurus Announces Fourth Annual Top Rated Dealer Awards in Canada

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Wednesday, March 4, 2020
Car dealership, Customer satisfaction, Dealer, Business, Economy, The Herb Chambers Companies

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 04, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CarGurus today announced its fourth annual list of CarGurus Top Rated Dealers in Canada.

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  • CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 04, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CarGurus today announced its fourth annual list of CarGurus Top Rated Dealers in Canada.
  • These awards are presented to car dealerships that received the highest average ratings from shoppers who submitted dealership reviews on the CarGurus platform.
  • This year's Top Rated Dealer winners are clearly among the best in the industry when it comes to customer satisfaction, and we are honored to consider them partners.
  • CarGurus Top Rated Dealer program has become an industry staple that gives dealers the opportunity to promote independent validation of their customer service excellence through verified customer reviews.

A&L Motor Sales Becomes the Only Local Dealer-Owned Certified Collision Center for BMW, Land Rover and Jaguar

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Monday, November 18, 2019
Aftermarket, Automotive, Luxury, Professional services, Other Transport, Transport, Other Automotive, General Automotive, Retail, Performance & Special Interest, Other Professional Services, Automotive industry, British brands, Cars, Car classifications, Jaguar Cars, Rover, BMW, Jaguar Land Rover, The Herb Chambers Companies

Following the recent announcement of an 8.5-acre, $15 million renovation, A&L Motor Sales now offers the Pittsburgh area the only dealer-owned certified collision center for the BMW, Land Rover and Jaguar luxury brands.

Key Points: 
  • Following the recent announcement of an 8.5-acre, $15 million renovation, A&L Motor Sales now offers the Pittsburgh area the only dealer-owned certified collision center for the BMW, Land Rover and Jaguar luxury brands.
  • A&L Motor Sales certified collision center and service center are now complete and open to the public.
  • Founded in 1948, A&L Motor Sales is a family owned and operated luxury automotive dealership of BMW, Land Rover and Jaguar.
  • The dealership boasts two showrooms, a service center, a detail center and the only on-site dealer-owned certified collision centers for BMW, Land Rover and Jaguar in the Pittsburgh area.

Mercedes-Benz of Naperville Certified as a J.D. Power 2019 Dealer of Excellence

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Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Automotive industry, Transport, Chicago metropolitan area, Motor vehicles, Mercedes-Benz, Stuttgart, Naperville, Illinois, The Herb Chambers Companies

Power 2019 Dealer of Excellence Program,SM , Mercedes-Benz of Naperville, located in Naperville, IL.

Key Points: 
  • Power 2019 Dealer of Excellence Program,SM , Mercedes-Benz of Naperville, located in Naperville, IL.
  • This also marks two consecutive years of recognition for Mercedes-Benz of Naperville as a certified J.D.
  • Power and, subsequently, its Dealer of Excellence Program help consumers identify leading retailers that will go the extra mile.
  • Power 2019 Dealer of Excellence Program recognition is based on achievement of high scores from automotive manufacturer customer research and completion of an in-dealership best practices verification visit.

Mohammad Mirazimi joins BMW of Shrewsbury Luxury Car Dealership

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Saturday, April 13, 2019
Automotive industry, BMW, Transport, Herb Chambers, The Herb Chambers Companies

BOSTON, April 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Mohammad Mirazimi has 33 years of experience in the automotive industry, twenty-two of those years specifically working with luxury BMW vehicles.

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  • BOSTON, April 13, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Mohammad Mirazimi has 33 years of experience in the automotive industry, twenty-two of those years specifically working with luxury BMW vehicles.
  • He is excited to bring his extensive product and industry knowledge to BMW of Shrewsbury in the greater Boston area.
  • Mr. Mirazimi spent 14 years with Herb Chambers BMW of Sudbury and the past 2 years with BMW Gallery Norwood.
  • Matt McGovern is willing to invest in his people and dealerships to create a culture of success," said Mohammad Mirazimi.

Dallas/Ft. Worth-Based Luxury Car Dealer Partners With Flexdrive To Enhance Dealership Business Model And Economics, Meet Growing Consumer Demand

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Monday, July 30, 2018
Automotive industry, Transport, Car classifications, Luxury vehicle, Lexus, Car dealership, Alfa Romeo, Maserati, The Herb Chambers Companies

"Flexdrive is the best subscription partner given their capabilities and proven success in working with other dealerships, and quickly delivering them ROI on the program."

Key Points: 
  • "Flexdrive is the best subscription partner given their capabilities and proven success in working with other dealerships, and quickly delivering them ROI on the program."
  • Both dealerships will offer luxury cars as part of the subscription program such as Alfa Romeo, BMW, Lexus, Maserati and Mercedes Benz.
  • "Dealerships continue to face financial pressure paired with changing consumer demands and an industry that is rapidly evolving," said Jose Puente, CEO of Flexdrive.
  • Flexdrive also offers a consumer marketplace to dealers where consumers can subscribe to a car directly from their mobile phone, taking the friction out of the car buying process.