AutoNation Acquires Groove Ford & Mazda in Colorado

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Slice of Retail Team
April 03, 2025

Key Highlights:

  • AutoNation acquires Groove Ford and Groove Mazda in Englewood, CO

  • Dealerships rebranded as AutoNation Ford Arapahoe and AutoNation Mazda Arapahoe

  • Stores reported $219M in 2024 revenue from nearly 5,000 vehicles sold

  • Marks first AutoNation Mazda and second AutoNation Ford in Colorado

  • AutoNation's Colorado presence grows to 22 dealerships in the Denver area

Source: PR Newswire

Notable Quote:

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"We are excited to welcome Groove Ford and Groove Mazda and their nearly 200 new associates to AutoNation. These acquisitions build on our strategy to add density into markets where we already have a presence."

Mike Manley, Chief Executive Officer at AutoNation

Why This Matters:

This acquisition reflects AutoNation's ongoing strategy to deepen its market penetration in high-performing regions, in this case, the Denver metro area. With the integration of Groove Ford and Mazda, AutoNation gains significant scale and presence, particularly with the addition of its first Mazda dealership in Colorado. This move enhances AutoNation’s capacity to deliver value through operational synergies while positioning the company for continued growth in one of the country's more dynamic automotive markets.