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A Bright Future Ahead

Thursday, May 20, 2010
During one of the worst recessions in the country’s history, many businesses abruptly halted any plans for growth. However, while 2009 may have been a risky year to launch a new dealership, Findlay Automotive Group took the next logical step in growing the company’s footprint by opening their newest store.

The Evolution of Floyd Motor Company

Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Jennifer Murphy - The town of Lake City, S.C., is home to fewer than 7,000 people, and just one year ago, the city was also home to three franchise dealerships. The local Ford dealer closed at the end of 2008, and the local GM and Chrysler franchises were victims of the automakers’ recent bankruptcies.

Curry Auto Center Expands its Lineup

Friday, December 19, 2008
John Carroll - “When I was approached to consider purchasing the Chevrolet franchise to add to my existing GM lineup,” said Curry, “I was excited about the opportunity because it was just that, an opportunity. By adding Chevrolet, our dealership became a ...

An Exercise in Planning and Patience: Purchasing a Franchise is a Drawn Out Affair as Aztec Chevrolet Discovers

Tuesday, December 09, 2008
Kimberly Long - Buying a dealership, even a small one, can be a complicated experience, even for seasoned business owners. Just ask Luis Aliniz, dealer principal of Aztec Chevrolet Pontiac Buick in Beeville, Texas.

Sisters Take The Reins At Oldest Transportation Company: Hare Chevrolet Makes Way For The Sixth Generation

Tuesday, January 29, 2008
John Carrol - It hasn’t all been smooth sailing. A few years ago, the family bought two area stores and later sold the underperforming Chrysler/Jeep location. Cole chalks it up to experience...

Dealer puts Faith in GM and Succeeds

Friday, August 10, 2007
John Carroll - About that time, he picked up a copy of Hispanic Business magazine and read about one of the dealers who had completed the minority dealer development program run by Chrysler.

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