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Mercedes-Benz of South Austin Celebrates Grand Opening Under New Group 1 Automotive Ownership
On the heels of its recent acquisition of Mercedes-Benz of South Austin, Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) will host a grand opening celebration on Monday, Aug. 18, at the dealership's South Austin location.
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[{"type":"text","content":"CEOs from Group 1 and Mercedes-Benz USA to Attend","length":49,"tagName":"p","attribs":{}},{"type":"text","content":"AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of its recent acquisition of Mercedes-Benz of South Austin, Group 1 Automotive, Inc. (NYSE: GPI) will host a grand opening celebration on Monday, Aug. 18, at the dealership's South Austin location.","length":264,"tagName":"p"},{"type":"text","content":"Group 1 is one of the country's largest owners of automotive dealerships, franchises, and collision centers across the United States and the United Kingdom.","length":160,"tagName":"p"},{"type":"text","content":""During my decade of managing Group 1 luxury auto dealerships, I've witnessed the extraordinary impact that Group 1 makes on a dealership and the entire community," said Mo Saleh, General Manager of Mercedes-Benz of South Austin. "Group 1 has a philosophy that 'the car business is a local business' and we're enthusiastic about bringing that approach to South Austin by providing the highest levels of customer service." Saleh added that the grand opening festivities will include food, entertainment, and dealership tours.","length":560,"tagName":"p"},{"type":"text","content":"Opened in late 2023, the Mercedes-Benz of South Austin facility is one of only a few dealerships featuring Mercedes-Benz's next-generation dealership layout and aesthetic, which emphasizes luxury, sophistication, and a modern customer experience. The dealership spans 80,000 square feet over 10 acres of land, offering ample space to showcase Mercedes-Benz's extensive inventory of luxury vehicles. Forty service bays ensure customers receive quick and efficient vehicle maintenance, and 28 EV charging stations further demonstrate Mercedes-Benz's commitment to the future of sustainable transportation.","length":620,"tagName":"p"},{"type":"text","content":"EVENT DETAILS:Monday, Aug. 18, 2025Ribbon Cutting: 5:45 p.m.Main Event: 6:00–8:00 p.m.Mercedes-Benz of South Austin10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd.Austin, TX 78748","length":162,"tagName":"p","attribs":{}},{"type":"text","content":"Group 1 President and CEO, Daryl Kenningham, and Adam Chamberlain, CEO of Mercedes-Benz USA, will attend the ceremony to make brief remarks on the importance of this acquisition to Group 1's busin...