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Lithia Motors, Inc. (NYSE: LAD) is a prominent automotive retailer in the U.S., known for its extensive network of dealerships and wide array of vehicle brands and services. Headquartered in Medford, Oregon, Lithia Motors was founded in 1946 and has grown significantly since becoming a publicly traded company in 1996. Today, Lithia operates nearly 500 dealerships across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, making it one of the largest global automotive retailers.
The company’s core business revolves around the sale of new and used vehicles, providing related services such as maintenance, auto financing, and parts. In 2023, new-car sales accounted for approximately 49% of its total revenue, which reached a remarkable $31 billion. Lithia Motors is also known for its strategic acquisitions, such as the recent purchase of Pendragon PLC’s UK Motor and Fleet Management divisions, which aims to bolster its presence in the European market.
Lithia's growth strategy is driven by a promote-from-within culture, ongoing employee training, and a commitment to its core values of high standards and entrepreneurial spirit. The company’s success is also reflected in its impressive financial condition, with $1.7 billion in cash and available credit as of the fourth quarter of 2023.
In addition to physical locations, Lithia has developed several online platforms, including Driveway and GreenCars, to offer a seamless and convenient car buying experience. Lithia Motors continues to focus on expanding its dealership network, enhancing customer service, and maximizing shareholder value through strategic acquisitions and operational excellence.
Recent achievements include the highest fourth quarter revenue in company history, a strong balance sheet, and substantial share repurchases approved by the Board of Directors. As the company looks to the future, it remains committed to delivering modern personal transportation solutions and driving its vision forward.
Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) has expanded its retail network in the U.S. Southeast Region with the acquisition of Sunrise Chevrolet Buick GMC at Collierville, Sunrise Buick GMC at Wolfchase in Memphis, Tennessee, and Woodbridge Hyundai in the greater Toronto area. These acquisitions are expected to generate over $240 million in annualized revenue. This move marks LAD's entry into the Memphis market, which is noted as the most profitable region in the U.S.
The Woodbridge Hyundai store will eventually be relocated to an existing owned facility, enhancing returns. The acquisitions contribute to LAD's year-to-date expected annualized revenue of over $5.6 billion. The company financed these purchases using its existing on-balance sheet capacity.
LAD aims to leverage the goodwill of these dealerships to continue delivering an exceptional retail experience.
Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) announced a $350 million increase to its share repurchase authorization, bringing the total available funds for future repurchases to approximately $660 million.
CEO Bryan DeBoer highlighted this move as a reflection of confidence in the company's long-term growth and profitability.
So far in 2024, LAD has spent over $156 million to repurchase nearly 609,500 shares, representing 2.2% of outstanding shares at an average price of $257 per share.
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