Duff Capital Investors Acquires John O'Neil Johnson Toyota and Hyundai in Meridian, Mississippi

Hudson Automotive Group Acquires Toyota of North Charlotte

March 19, 2024

Automotive

Hudson Automotive Group has acquired Toyota of North Charlotte from siblings Joe and Bob Siviglia. The dealership, opened in 2003 and located north of Charlotte, North Carolina, will continue operating under Hudson with Bob Siviglia remaining as General Manager; the acquisition expands Hudson's portfolio to 54 dealerships across multiple states.

Lithia & Driveway Acquires Two Mercedes‑Benz Dealerships from the Higginbotham Family

June 2, 2025

Automotive

Lithia & Driveway (Lithia Motors, Inc.) has acquired Mercedes‑Benz of Jackson (Mississippi) and Mercedes‑Benz of Collierville (Tennessee), including associated real estate, from members of the Higginbotham family. The purchases expand Lithia's luxury-brand footprint and store density in the Southeast as part of its continued acquisition strategy.

Jim Hudson Automotive Group Acquires Scott Will Toyota

September 5, 2024

Automotive

Jim Hudson Automotive Group of Columbia, South Carolina acquired Scott Will Toyota in Sumter, South Carolina, expanding Hudson’s South Carolina footprint to seven locations. Ozog Consulting served as exclusive sell‑side advisor to Scott Will; the transaction closed on September 5th.

Dream Motor Group Acquires Toyota of Montgomery and Lexus of Montgomery for $151M

November 24, 2025

Automotive

Dream Motor Group, led by Nick Saban and Joe Agresti, purchased Toyota of Montgomery and Lexus of Montgomery in Montgomery, Alabama from Sutherlin Automotive Group in a deal valued at $151 million. Pinnacle Mergers & Acquisitions served as the broker; the acquisition expands Dream Motor Group’s luxury and performance dealership footprint across the Southeast.

Pablo River Partners Acquires Bob Mayberry Hyundai

March 5, 2025

Automotive

Jacksonville-based investment firm Pablo River Partners has acquired Bob Mayberry Hyundai in Monroe, North Carolina from the Walters family. The transaction, which included approximately 28,000 square feet of dealership facilities on 10 acres, marks the Walters family's exit and Charlie Tomm's return to retail automotive operations.

Carousel Motor Group Acquires Hudson Ford

January 6, 2023

Automotive

Carousel Motor Group has acquired Hudson Ford, the number-one selling Ford dealership in Wisconsin, marking Carousel's first Ford franchise and entry into the Wisconsin market. The Hudson Ford location in Hudson, WI (2020 Crest View Drive) includes new and pre-owned vehicle sales, an Abra full-service collision center and on-site detail center; principals mentioned in the transaction include Mark Swelland, Gary Embretson and Jonathan Nissly.