Acquiring Company
AutoNation
Acquired Company
Groove Ford
Fort LauderdaleEnglewoodCentennialTransportationAutomotiveLogisticsAutomotiveManufacturingDescription
AutoNation has acquired Groove Ford and Groove Mazda, effective March 31, 2025. The dealerships will be rebranded as AutoNation Ford Arapahoe and AutoNation Mazda Arapahoe. This acquisition expands AutoNation's footprint in Colorado to 22 dealerships. The move is part of AutoNation's strategy to enhance its market presence.
Quick answer
AutoNation is acquiring Groove Ford and Groove Mazda, announced April 1, 2025. AutoNation is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States.
- How much did AutoNation pay for Groove Ford?
- The deal value was not disclosed.
- What does AutoNation do?
- AutoNation, a provider of personalized transportation services, is driven by innovation and transformation.
- Where are AutoNation and Groove Ford based?
- AutoNation is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States. Groove Ford is based in Englewood, Colorado, United States.
- Who are the decision-makers at AutoNation?
- Fundz holds 2 contacts at AutoNation. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.
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Who acquired Groove Ford?
Groove Ford was acquired by AutoNation, based in Fort Lauderdale. The deal was reported on April 1, 2025. AutoNation, a provider of personalized transportation services, is driven by innovation and transformation. AutoNation is publicly traded (AN) and operates in Transportation.
When did AutoNation acquire Groove Ford?
AutoNation's acquisition of Groove Ford was reported on April 1, 2025. AutoNation has acquired Groove Ford and Groove Mazda, effective March 31, 2025. The dealerships will be rebranded as AutoNation Ford Arapahoe and AutoNation Mazda Arapahoe. This acquisition expands AutoNation's footprint in Colorado to 22 dealerships. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does Groove Ford do?
Groove Ford, a Summit Automotive Partners company, is built upon a different way of thinking. We are dedicated to excellence, personal growth, and processes that support our customer and employee satisfaction. It is privately held, operating in Automotive, and is based in Englewood.
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