Automated Logic strategy to develop factory-owned branches via dealer acquisitions

ALC framed the Chicago acquisition as part of an ongoing roll-up strategy of converting independent dealers into factory-owned branches, citing earlier Houston and Minneapolis transactions.

“This acquisition is a continuation of our strategy to develop factory-owned ALC branches, like the Houston and Minneapolis transactions closed earlier this year, and represents a critical step in establishing a major branch operation in Chicago,”

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