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Driven Brands Announces Closing of Sale of International Car Wash Business
CHARLOTTE, N.C., January 27, 2026--Driven Brands Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: DRVN) ("Driven Brands" or the "Company") today announced the completion of the sale of IMO, its international car wash business, to Franchise Equity Partners.
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