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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Sam Leman Automotive Group Buys Champaign Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Illinois

Sam Leman Automotive Group was founded in 1963 and now includes 10 dealerships in Illinois.
Autobody News Staff
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‘Two Bites of the Apple’: Small MSO Sales Can Mean Double Rewards for Sellers

Sellers are frequently reinvesting part of the proceeds into the business to ensure continued growth under the new owner.
Elizabeth Crumbly
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Classic Collision Hits 300 Locations Nationwide

The Atlanta-based MSO has grown to include locations in 18 states.
Autobody News Staff
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Wren’s Collision Group Acquires Keziah’s Collision in Canton, GA

Wren's Collision Group now has 16 locations in Georgia and Florida, making it the largest privately-owned MSO in the region.
Autobody News Staff
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Don Franklin Auto Group Acquires Knox Ford in Radcliff, KY

Previous owner Gary Haupt sold the dealership to focus on his larger Ford store in the Louisville area.
Autobody News Staff
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Joe Hudson’s Expands with 4 New Acquisitions in 3 States

The newly acquired collision repair shops include two in Florida and one each in Kentucky and Oklahoma.
Autobody News Staff
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Richard Nourse Sells Ohio and West Virginia Dealerships to Brother and Sister Duo

Thomas and Ashley Peden intend to keep the team together at Nourse’s Honda, Chevrolet and Ford dealerships.
Autobody News Staff
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Classic Collision Acquires Carrillo’s Auto Body in Southern California

Carrillo's Auto Body's two locations in San Diego County have been serving their communities for more than 40 years.
Autobody News Staff
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Fred Beans Acquires 3 Dealerships, Collision Center from Freysinger Automotive

Freysinger’s GMC/Buick, Hyundai and Mazda dealerships and its body shop are now under the Fred Beans name.
Autobody News Staff
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LKQ PBE, FinishMaster Merge to Form LKQ Refinish

The combined LKQ Refinish division now serves more than 40,000 customers across North America.
Autobody News Staff

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