Automotive Dealers

Guaranty Chevrolet

Guaranty Chevrolet, a family-owned Chevrolet dealer in Junction City, Oregon, has been acquired by CFO Auto Group, Inc. This case study highlights the unique process of this transaction.

FOCUS Investment Banking Represents Guaranty Chevrolet in its Sale to CFO Auto Group, Inc.

Washington, DC, (August 21, 2023) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”), a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, announced today that Guaranty Chevrolet, a family-owned Chevrolet dealer in Junction City, Oregon, has been acquired by CFO Auto Group, Inc. FOCUS represented Guaranty Chevrolet in this transaction.

Market Insights: Global Automotive Deal Volume Declines, Macro Challenges Continue – First Half 2023 Recap

Deal volume in the automotive aftermarket industry experienced a significant decline of 25%, to approximately 350 deals, in the first half of 2023. This downward trend is expected to persist in the second half of the year as the industry grapples with ongoing macroeconomic challenges such as inflation, higher interest rates, and increased capital pressures. …

FOCUS Investment Banking Named #1 Lower Middle Market M&A Advisor In Q2 2023​

Washington, DC, (July 27, 2023) – FOCUS Investment Banking (“FOCUS”) a national middle market investment banking firm providing merger, acquisition, divestiture, and corporate finance services, is thrilled to announce its exceptional achievement of being named #1 on Axial’s second quarter 2023 lower middle market investment bank league table. This prestigious recognition comes as a testament …

Why Membership Is Declining at Regional Tire Dealer Associations

The new edition of my book, “Buy, Build, Fix, Sell: Mergers & Acquisitions for Tire & Service Dealers,” is out and available for sale at Amazon.com. Since it is uniquely written for the tire industry, I thought that I’d reach out to the regional tire dealer associations across the country to try and schedule some …

TBC’s Strategic Shift: Embracing Franchising for Growth

In another significant move in the automotive aftermarket, TBC announced its decision to sell off assets to Mavis Discount Tire and shift its focus towards franchising, wholesaling and distribution. TBC is looking to capitalize on its strengths and streamline operations by partnering with franchisees; a move that is seen as a strategic decision to focus …