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Lithia Motors, Inc., doing business as Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD), is frequently in the news as it executes its automotive retail and capital allocation strategies. The company describes itself as the largest global automotive retailer, with operations that span the vehicle ownership lifecycle through physical locations, e-commerce platforms, captive finance solutions, fleet management offerings and related services.
News coverage on this page reflects several recurring themes in Lithia & Driveway’s public announcements. The company regularly reports quarterly financial results, including revenue and earnings per share, and often pairs these updates with information about dividends and share repurchase activity. Recent disclosures have highlighted record quarterly revenue, increases in diluted and adjusted diluted earnings per share, and ongoing cash dividends per share.
Another major news category involves acquisitions and network expansion. Lithia & Driveway issues press releases when it acquires dealerships in key markets, such as Subaru, Acura, Hyundai, Genesis, Porsche and Audi stores in regions including the Southeast United States, the Atlanta metro area, the West Palm Beach area, the West Side of Los Angeles and the Greater Toronto Area in Canada. These transactions are typically described in terms of expected annualized revenue contributions, brand mix, network density and strategic fit within its omnichannel ecosystem.
Additional news items cover capital markets activity and governance developments. Examples include announcements of proposed and priced private offerings of senior notes due 2030, amendments to its large syndicated loan agreement, and changes to the board of directors. Together, these updates provide insight into Lithia & Driveway’s financial structure, growth plans and corporate oversight. Investors following LAD news can use this stream of earnings releases, acquisition announcements and financing updates to understand how the company is pursuing its stated vision to modernize personal transportation solutions.
Lithia Motors & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) has announced the acquisition of Avondale Nissan in Phoenix, Arizona, enhancing its market presence in the Southwest. This acquisition contributes to LAD's total annualized revenues exceeding $4.75 billion within nine months of its five-year strategic plan. The company is ahead of its target to acquire $4 billion in annualized revenues annually, aiming for a total of $50 billion in revenue and earnings per share of $50. The acquisition is financed through equity and debt offerings from the previous year.
Scott Fink of Fink Automotive Group has sold seven vehicle dealership franchises in the Tampa area to Lithia Motors (NYSE: LAD). This strategic acquisition enhances Lithia's presence in the Southeast, doubling its footprint in the region. Fink Automotive’s dealerships include multiple Hyundai and Genesis locations, which have a solid market reputation. The Presidio Group facilitated the sale, leveraging their expertise in multi-dealership transactions. Fink will continue contributing to the business, ensuring continuity and growth for the dealerships.
Lithia Motors & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) has acquired five Florida locations, enhancing its presence in the greater Tampa market. This acquisition, which includes the largest-volume Hyundai dealer in the U.S., is projected to add $430 million in annualized revenue. With this move, LAD's revenue in the Southeast region surpasses $1 billion, contributing to a total of $4 billion in expected annualized revenue acquired during its five-year plan, four months ahead of schedule. The deal was financed through prior equity and debt offerings.
Lithia Motors & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) will host a virtual investor and analyst day on March 10, 2021, starting at 11:00 AM ET. The event features key presentations from Bryan DeBoer, President and CEO, and George Hines, Chief Innovation and Technology Officer. The schedule includes a strategic overview, product demonstrations, competitive advantages, and closing remarks. Registration is available on Lithia’s investor website, and a replay will be accessible for one year post-event. Lithia is recognized as a leading provider of personal transportation solutions and is among the fastest-growing companies in the Fortune 500.
Lithia Motors & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) has accelerated the conversion of its Class B common stock into Class A shares, completing the process five years earlier than scheduled, effective February 23, 2021. This shift eliminates the dual-class structure, offering equal economic value and voting power to all outstanding shares. This decision, credited to founder Sidney DeBoer, reaffirms the company's commitment to high performance and strong corporate governance.
Lithia Motors & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) has acquired two stores from Fields Auto Group in Florida, including a Land Rover and a Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram location. This acquisition enhances their presence in the Southeast Region. Additionally, the company opened a new Infiniti location in Downtown Los Angeles, expected to generate $40 million in annualized revenue. The total projected annualized revenue from these acquisitions is approximately $200 million, contributing to Lithia's goal of reaching $50 billion in revenue as part of their five-year plan.
Lithia Motors & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) reported record fourth quarter results, with revenue of $3.9 billion, a 21% increase year-over-year. Net income per diluted share reached $7.02, up 143% from $2.89 in Q4 2019. Adjusted net income was $5.46, reflecting an 85% increase. The company’s full year revenue rose 4% to a record $13.1 billion, with net income up 73% to $470 million. Recent acquisitions are expected to provide an additional $3.5 billion in annualized revenue. A dividend of $0.31 per share is set for distribution on March 26, 2021.
Lithia Motors & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) announced it will release its fourth quarter and full year 2020 earnings on February 3, 2021, before market opening. A conference call will follow at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time for discussing the results, accessible by phone at (877) 407-8029 or via live webcast at www.lithiainvestorrelations.com. Lithia & Driveway is recognized among the fastest-growing companies in the Fortune 500, focusing on personal transportation solutions and leveraging data science to enhance customer experience.
Lithia Motors (NYSE: LAD) celebrates its recognition, with ten of its dealerships named among the ‘Best Dealerships to Work For in 2020’ by Automotive News. DCH Millburn Audi in New Jersey secured the top spot, marking its ninth consecutive nomination. The awards, based on employee satisfaction surveys, highlight Lithia's commitment to a positive workplace culture. Seven of the recognized stores have won this accolade multiple times, showcasing Lithia's operational excellence and employee retention strategies.
Lithia Motors & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) has acquired Ramsey Subaru and Mazda, Iowa's top Subaru and Mazda dealerships, boosting its presence in the North Central Region. This strategic acquisition is projected to generate an additional $100 million in revenue, expanding Lithia's total network to $3.5 billion in annualized revenue. The financing for this acquisition was accomplished through recent equity and debt offerings. President Bryan DeBoer highlighted the enhancement of customer service and corporate responsibility initiatives from the newly acquired dealerships.