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Doggett Automotive Group announced its latest acquisition, the second in Beaumont in the past year.
Doggett, a family-owned business, acquired five dealerships known as the Mike Smith Auto Complex in Beaumont, from a large Houston publicly-traded automotive conglomerate, according to Doggett Industries.
The dealership portfolio obtained in the acquisition includes the renowned brands Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Volkswagen and Nissan, all of which closed Feb. 5.
The expansion not only bolsters Doggett's automotive presence but also underscores the company's commitment to providing a diverse range of high-quality automotive options to its valued customers.
"Doggett is very excited to bring to the Golden Triangle our high-energy family-oriented approach bred from our John Deere heritage," said Executive Vice President Jason Mosley.
In 2018, Doggett ventured into the automotive sector with its inaugural automotive acquisition of Lone Star Ford in Houston from Sonic Automotive. The following year, 2019, Doggett Ford achieved remarkable success, earning the title of the "Fastest-Growing Ford Dealership" in North America.
The accomplishment was further underscored by receiving Ford's prestigious "President's Award" for two consecutive years, a recognition that symbolizes the highest standards of excellence and customer satisfaction, previously an achievement unprecedented for a new dealer.
In a strategic move to further its position/growth in East Texas, Doggett acquired of Kinsel Auto in Beaumont, including Kinsel Ford, Toyota, Mazda, and Lincoln dealerships in 2023. The Mike Smith addition has elevated Doggett's auto dealership count to a total of nine dealerships acquired in the past three years.
"In our company, our technicians are the cornerstone of our success both in our industrial and auto businesses," stated Jason Babbitt, CFO of Doggett. "We've woven the very fabric of our company around their unwavering integrity and tireless dedication, serving as the driving force behind all our support services. With our Doggett Team, we take pride in delivering to Beaumont's hard-working community a new level of service and attention to detail."