McGovern Automotive Group Expands into New Jersey
McGovern Automotive Group (MAG) has taken over the Contemporary Motor Cars Mercedes-Benz dealership that will now be operating as Mercedes-Benz of Little Silver. This is MAG’s 31st dealership and its first in New Jersey.
The newly renamed Mercedes-Benz of Little Silver includes both Mercedes-Benz and Sprinter brands, expanding MAG’s portfolio of high-end vehicles. The dealership, located near the Jersey Shore, is well-positioned to serve a discerning clientele and complements McGovern’s existing lineup of luxury brands, including Porsche and Ferrari, according to company officials.
The dealership will continue to operate under the leadership of general manager Victor Giamanco with NY/NJ Regional Vice President Todd Greico will oversee operations, leveraging his extensive industry experience to further enhance the dealership’s performance.
The dealership’s expansive campus, consisting of six properties, provides ample space to showcase its diverse selection of vehicles. The group plans to expand the dealership’s staff by more than 10 new positions in the coming months. This move is part of MAG’s broader effort to invest in its communities that is operates and deliver exceptional customer service.
Tesla Building New Sales Center in Naples
Tesla is building a nearly 45,000-square-foot regional service and sales center on more than 4.5 acres at 4555 Radio Road, Naples, FL.
Tesla’s first service center in Collier County is targeted for completion in the second quarter of 2025. The electric car company has operated a showroom at Waterside Shops in North Naples since December 2016 but Tesla’s nearest service center is on Colonial Boulevard near its interchange with Interstate 75 in Fort Myers.
The majority of Tesla’s space in East Naples will be an indoor service area with at least 20 bays, plans show. The building also will have office space and a showroom large enough to display two or three electric vehicles. The structure’s roof will be used as outdoor storage for vehicle inventory.
Rohrman Automotive Group Open Largest Honda Dealership
Rohrman Automotive Group has opened the largest Honda dealership. The new 173,000 square-foot Schaumburg Honda dealership in Schaumburg, IL opened September 26 with ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration
“We are thrilled to finally open the doors to our brand new Schaumburg Honda dealership and kick off the occasion with a celebration to showcase the new space,” said Ryan Rohrman, CEO of Rohrman Automotive Group. “This facility is the biggest example yet of how we are reimagining the dealership experience for employees and customers alike while maintaining the Rohrman legacy the community has known for 60 years, proving that innovation and legacy can drive hand in hand.”
The new facility replaces the original rooftop formerly located at 750 E. Golf Road that had been in operation since 1985. The new store features comfortable waiting areas, a high-tech 53,000 square feet of indoor showroom for easy car browsing in any weather, and a 1,000 square feet of children’s play area. The new service department at Schaumburg Honda features a three-lane service drive and 29 service bays.
A family-owned business operated by the third generation, Rohrman Automotive Group operates in Chicagoland, Lafayette, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, and Kenosha, and represents the finest vehicles made today with franchises such as Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Acura, Nissan, Infiniti, Hyundai, Genesis, Kia, Ford, and Volkswagen.
Butler Automotive Group Purchases Bulldog Kia
Bulldog Kia, located in Athens, GA, has been acquired by Butler Automotive Group, according to Haig Partners who served as the exclusive sell-side
Bulldog Kia owner and operator David Kernall originally partnered with Jim Keffer of Keffer Auto Group to purchase the dealership in 2010. Kernall, alongside his current partner James Hammond, later obtained full ownership in 2020 through Keffer’s “GM-to-owner” buyout program. Bulldog Kia is a top-performing Kia store in the state of GA.
With the purchase of Bulldog Kia, Butler Automotive Group now owns and operates 15 dealerships in Georgia, South Carolina and Florida.
“We are excited to add Bulldog Kia, our first Kia dealership, to our growing company that is committed to providing an excellent customer experience and building a close family of team members,” said Marsh Butler. “The team at Bulldog Kia shares these same values and we are excited to add them to our team. We look forward to serving the Athens community and upholding the legacy that David and James have built.”
