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Dealer Direct Advises on Sale of Toronto Honda to Canada One Auto Group
Dealer Direct Advisory acted as exclusive sell-side advisor in the successful sale of Toronto Honda, one of the GTA's most established Honda franchises, to Canada One Auto Group.
Dealer Direct Advises on Sale of Baywest Auto Group to 401 Group
Dealer Direct Advisory successfully completed the sale of the Baywest Group of dealerships — comprising Baywest Toyota, Baywest Nissan, and Baywest Mitsubishi — to the 401 Group of Companies.
Dealer Direct Advises on Acquisition of Owen Sound Kia by Macdonald Group
Dealer Direct Advisory acted as exclusive buy-side advisor to the Macdonald Group of Companies in the successful acquisition of Owen Sound Kia from Rob and Bettie Dutton.
Canadian Automotive Dealership M&A: Market Outlook and Trends
The Canadian automotive dealership transaction market continues to evolve. Consolidation among dealer groups, shifting OEM strategies, and changing valuations are creating both challenges and opportunities for dealer principals.
Georgetown Chrysler Acquired by Georgetown Kia in Off-Market Transaction
Dealer Direct Advisory facilitated the off-market acquisition of Georgetown Chrysler by Georgetown Kia dealer principal Tony Garofoli — a transaction that exemplifies the firm's relationship-driven approach.
Understanding Blue-Sky Valuation: What Your Dealership Is Really Worth
Blue-sky value — the goodwill component of a dealership's worth — is one of the most misunderstood concepts in automotive M&A. Here's what dealer principals need to know before entering a transaction.
Dealer Direct Advises on Sale of Pine View Hyundai
Dealer Direct Advisory successfully completed the sale of Pine View Hyundai, a family-owned dealership, on behalf of dealer principal Frank Romeo.
Succession Planning for Dealer Principals: Starting the Conversation Early
The most successful dealership transitions are planned years in advance. Here's why dealer principals should be thinking about succession long before they're ready to act.
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