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Mergers and Acquisition News

Read about the latest mergers and acquisitions in the collision industry, understanding their impact on market dynamics and service offerings.

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Why MSOs are Stepping Up to Purchase Dealership Collision Centers

As consolidation grows across the industry, MSOs have several reasons for branching out into acquiring dealership body shops.
Elizabeth Green
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Regional MSO Owners Clean Shop for Sale to Consolidator

When Steve’s Auto Body was ready to sell to Joe Hudson’s Collision Centers, its financial records were in disarray.
Paul Hughes
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Quality Collision Group Acquires Trew Auto Body in Washington

Trew Auto Body was founded in 1984 by Jerry and Sheri Trew and has continued to thrive under their daughter, Tammy Trew.
Autobody News Staff
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Joe Hudson’s Expands into Ohio with Nissan Dealership Collision Center Acquisition

With the acquisition, Alabama-based Joe Hudson's Collision Centers now operates in 17 states.
Autobody News Staff
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Steve Schmitt Kia in Florissant, MO, Acquired by Lou Fusz Automotive Network

Lou Fusz Automotive Network is one of the largest automotive groups in the St. Louis area, and No. 107 in the U.
Autobody News Staff
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Joe Hudson's Expands Southeast Presence with Acquisitions in Georgia, Mississippi

Joe Hudson's Collision Center acquired two shops in Georgia and one in Mississippi.
Autobody News Staff
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CollisionRight Hits 100th Location Milestone with Midwest Acquisition

Founded in 2020, CollisionRight is now the sixth-largest MSO in the U.S.
Autobody News Staff
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Edgar Castellanos, Open Road Capital Acquire California Auto Dealerships from Z NAFE

EuroCar is recognized as the West Coast’s largest luxury and exotic car boutique, while Lotus of Orange County is the only Lotus dealership in the region.
Autobody News Staff
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Lithia & Driveway Acquires 3 Duval Motor Company Locations in Florida

The Acura, Honda and Subaru dealerships in Jacksonville and Gainesville are expected to generate more than $200 million in annualized revenue.
Autobody News Staff
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Auto Dealership Market Saw Record High Transactions in First Half of 2024

Sellers are capitalizing on robust blue sky values to make strategic exits, while buyers are looking for high-quality, low-risk franchises.
Autobody News Staff

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