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Sonic Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: SAH) is a Delaware corporation and one of the nation’s largest automotive and powersports retailers, with its common stock listed on the New York Stock Exchange. As a public company, Sonic files reports and disclosures with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, providing investors with insight into its financial condition, segment performance, and corporate actions.
Among the filings relevant to Sonic Automotive are current reports on Form 8-K. Recent 8-K filings describe the company’s release of quarterly financial results for specific periods and the announcement of cash dividends approved by the Board of Directors. These filings typically reference an accompanying earnings press release and earnings call presentation materials furnished as exhibits. The company notes in these 8-Ks that the information, including exhibits, is furnished rather than filed for purposes of certain Exchange Act provisions.
In addition to 8-Ks, Sonic’s SEC reporting framework includes periodic filings that present consolidated and segment-level financial statements, management’s discussion and analysis, and details on its Franchised Dealerships, EchoPark, and Powersports segments. The company also discloses its use of non-GAAP financial measures such as adjusted net income, adjusted earnings per diluted share, adjusted SG&A as a percentage of gross profit, adjusted segment income, and adjusted EBITDA, along with reconciliations to the most directly comparable GAAP measures.
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Sonic Automotive, Inc. reported results of its 2026 annual meeting of stockholders and the approval of a new long-term incentive plan. Stockholders approved the 2026 Equity Incentive Plan, which became effective as of February 11, 2026 upon stockholder approval.
The 2026 Equity Incentive Plan replaces the 2012 Stock Incentive Plan and reserves 2,318,148 shares of Class A common stock for equity awards such as stock options, stock appreciation rights, restricted stock and restricted stock units. Shares from expired or forfeited awards under the 2012 plan can be recycled into the new plan under specified conditions.
At the meeting, stockholders elected all nine director nominees, ratified Grant Thornton LLP as independent auditor for fiscal 2026, approved on an advisory basis 2025 named executive officer compensation, and approved an updated restricted stock and deferral plan for non-employee directors.
SMITH BRYAN SCOTT reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Sonic Automotive director Bryan Scott Smith reported a compensation-related equity grant in Class A Common Stock. He received 4,373 restricted stock units at a price of $0.00 per share under the Sonic Automotive, Inc. 2012 Formula Restricted Stock and Deferral Plan for Non-Employee Directors, Amended and Restated Effective as of April 29, 2026.
After this award, Smith directly owns 401,830 shares of Class A Common Stock. The filing also shows an indirect holding of 836,534 shares held by OBS Family, LLC, for which he disclaims beneficial ownership except to the extent of his pecuniary interest.
BELK WILLIAM I reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Sonic Automotive director William I. Belk received an award of 2,843 shares of Class A Common Stock on April 30, 2026. The shares were granted as restricted stock units under the Sonic Automotive, Inc. 2012 Formula Restricted Stock and Deferral Plan for Non-Employee Directors, as amended effective April 29, 2026.
After this equity award, Belk directly holds 107,168 shares of Sonic Automotive Class A Common Stock. The award was recorded at a price of $0.00 per share, reflecting its nature as a director compensation grant rather than an open‑market purchase.
Kaiser Keri A reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Sonic Automotive director Keri A. Kaiser received an equity grant in the form of restricted stock units tied to the company’s Class A Common Stock. The award covers 3,061 shares, recorded at a price of $0.00 per share, reflecting a compensation grant rather than a market purchase.
The grant was made under the Sonic Automotive, Inc. 2012 Formula Restricted Stock and Deferral Plan for Non-Employee Directors, as amended and restated effective April 29, 2026. Following this award, Kaiser directly holds 25,470 shares of Class A Common Stock.
SONIC AUTOMOTIVE INC director William R. Brooks received a stock grant. On April 30, 2026, he acquired 2,916 shares of Class A Common Stock at $0.00 per share as a grant under the company’s 2012 Formula Restricted Stock and Deferral Plan for Non-Employee Directors.
Following this award, Brooks directly holds 117,898 shares of Sonic Automotive’s Class A Common Stock. The transaction reflects routine director compensation through restricted stock units rather than an open-market purchase.
TAYLOR R EUGENE reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Sonic Automotive director R. Eugene Taylor received an equity grant in the form of Class A Common Stock. The award covers 2,843 shares at a stated price of $0.00 per share, reflecting a compensation grant rather than a market purchase. Following this grant, Taylor directly holds 63,926 shares. The footnote explains that the grant was made as restricted stock units under Sonic Automotive’s 2012 Formula Restricted Stock and Deferral Plan for Non-Employee Directors, as amended effective April 29, 2026.
SMITH MARCUS G reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Sonic Automotive Inc. director and ten percent owner Marcus G. Smith reported an equity compensation grant rather than a market trade. He received 4,373 shares of Class A Common Stock at no cost under Sonic’s 2012 formula restricted stock plan for non‑employee directors, bringing his direct holdings to 104,494 shares. The filing also lists 836,534 shares of Class A Common Stock held indirectly by OBS Family, LLC, for which Smith disclaims beneficial ownership except to the extent of his pecuniary interest.
Hodge Michael Edward reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Sonic Automotive director Michael Edward Hodge received a grant of 3,608 shares of Class A Common Stock on April 30, 2026. The award was made as restricted stock units under the Sonic Automotive, Inc. 2012 Formula Restricted Stock and Deferral Plan for Non-Employee Directors.
The grant was issued at no cash cost per share and is compensation rather than an open-market purchase. Following this award, Hodge directly holds 21,415 shares of Sonic Automotive Class A Common Stock.
Sonic Automotive’s Q1 2026 revenue was stable, but earnings declined versus last year. Total revenue edged up to $3,688.5 million from $3,651.3 million, driven by higher used vehicle and Fixed Operations sales, while new vehicle revenue slipped.
Net income fell to $60.8 million from $70.6 million, and diluted EPS declined to $1.79 from $2.04. Gross profit improved to $598.8 million, but higher selling, general and administrative costs reduced operating income to $132.7 million from $145.0 million.
The Franchised Dealerships Segment remained the main profit contributor, while EchoPark and Powersports both improved segment income. Operating cash flow dropped to $35.5 million from $195.8 million, reflecting inventory growth. Total assets rose to $6,117.6 million, and total debt increased with a new $150.0 million Bridge Facility partly offset by mortgage amortization.
Sonic ended the quarter with $5.7 million in cash and $294.6 million of availability on its revolving credit facility. After quarter-end, it agreed to acquire six Harley-Davidson powersports locations for $66.2 million and expanded its Class A share repurchase authorization by $500.0 million, bringing remaining capacity to about $528.0 million.
Sonic Automotive reported first quarter 2026 results showing modest growth in sales and stronger performance at key segments. Total revenue reached $3.69 billion, up 1% year-over-year, while gross profit rose 6% to $598.8 million, reflecting better mix and higher profitability in parts, service and finance operations.
Reported net income was $60.8 million, down 14%, or $1.79 per diluted share, largely against a prior year that included sizeable cyber insurance gains. On an adjusted basis, net income rose to $54.9 million and adjusted EPS to $1.62, both up year-over-year.
The EchoPark used‑vehicle segment delivered all‑time record results, including revenue of $580.5 million, gross profit of $67.9 million, segment income of $16.2 million and adjusted EBITDA of $18.6 million. Powersports revenue grew 19% to $40.9 million with a narrower segment loss of $2.0 million.
Capital returns were significant. Sonic repurchased about 2.1 million Class A shares for $135.7 million, a 6% reduction in outstanding shares from December 31, 2025. The Board approved an additional $500 million share repurchase authorization, bringing remaining capacity to $528 million, and raised the quarterly dividend 8% to $0.41 per share.