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Why dealer groups prioritize M&A — Joe Serra, Matt Serra | Serra Automotive
Serra Automotive, ranked No. 12 among Top Dealer Groups and No. 6 among Top Private Groups in the United States, plans to complete its acquisition of Bill Marsh Auto Group. When the transaction closes in the coming months, Serra Automotive will receive three new stores representing eight franchises across Michigan. On this episode of Inside Automotive, host Jim Fitzpatrick is joined by Joe Serra, Chairman of Serra Automotive, and Matt Serra, President of Serra Automotive, to share transaction details and expectations for the 2024 auto market.Watch full segment here.
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