Group 1 Automotive

Reliable transportation can change the rhythm of a family’s life. Through a local partnership with Selah Creek, a Rockwall-based organization that supports young single mothers, Vanessa and her son were connected with a Ford Escape that had been repaired and prepared for dependable daily transportation. A special thank you goes to Emmanuel Walker, a technician at Group 1 Ford of Rockwall, who invested his time and expertise to rebuild the vehicle’s transmission and help ensure it would be safe and dependable. This is a powerful reminder of the impact that can happen when local organizations, dealership teams, and skilled employees come together around a practical need. We’re grateful to Selah Creek for the work they do in the Rockwall community, and proud of the Group 1 Ford of Rockwall team for helping turn compassion into action. At Group 1, we believe “more” can mean more than a transaction. Sometimes, it means more stability, more confidence, and more opportunity in the communities we serve. #getmore #group1cares #beyondbetter

We were honored to attend BridgeYear's luncheon last week and hear more about the impact they are making across Houston. One part of that work is especially meaningful to us. Through BridgeYear’s automotive technician apprenticeship program, two students have been placed at our Houston Toyota stores, where they are gaining hands-on experience, learning from experienced technicians, and working toward certifications while being employed and paid throughout the program. That kind of opportunity matters. It gives young adults a clearer path into the workforce while helping build the next generation of skilled technicians through real training, real mentorship, and real experience. BridgeYear’s broader impact since 2016 includes 50,000+ students impacted, 20+ Texas school districts served, and 40+ corporate partners. We are proud for Group 1 to play a small part in work that invests in people and strengthens the communities we serve. Thank you to BridgeYear for the work you do and for the opportunity to be part of the conversation.

Group 1 Automotive was honored to participate in the Kids’ Meals Leadership Summit to End Childhood Hunger. Our President & CEO, Daryl Kenningham, joined Mayor John Whitmire and other civic and business leaders for a meaningful conversation about food insecurity in Houston and Harris County, along with the partnerships and shared leadership needed to make a difference. The work of Kids’ Meals continues to have a profound impact, currently serving more than 12,000 preschool-aged children each day and working toward a goal of feeding 26,000 a day by 2031. Thank you to Kids’ Meals for convening such an important discussion. #Group1Cares #KidsMeals #Houston #BeyondBetter

In our third article in the three-part series on the Group 1 Retail Training Academy, we break down what it means to build a brand through culture, and how—once established—that strong, deliberate culture rewards the overall consumer and employee experience. Check it out at the link below. #retailtraining #culture #beyondbetter

Giving back is something our team at Group 1 Ford of South Austin takes seriously. Last week, the dealership made its 2025 donation to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in the amount of $46,200, made possible by donating $100 for every new and used vehicle sold in December. That gift pushed the team past an incredible milestone of $250,000 donated over the past five years. We’re thankful for the customers and teammates who helped make this possible, and proud to support the life-changing work St. Jude does for children and families. Thanks to GM, Greg Kimball, for his leadership and hard work! #Group1Automotive #StJude #GivingBack #CommunityImpact #Ford

The final article in our 3-part Retail Academy series goes live this week, and it focuses on outcomes and what this changes over time. If you haven’t seen Parts 1 and 2 yet, they set the context. Part 1, Why the Academy Exists: The core idea is simple. Confidence shouldn’t depend on luck, location, or who had time to train you that week. Part 2, How It Works: We use dealership-like simulations and coached reps to build fluency, not just awareness. Part 3 is coming next: Equity, consistency, and a customer experience people can recognize. Part 1: https://lnkd.in/gWJsy49u Part 2: https://lnkd.in/gmB6bKDR

Behind every service lane, every repair order, and every vehicle returned to a customer, there is a technician making it happen. Our technicians are a vital part of Group 1 and the lifeblood of our service operation. They bring skill and consistency to work that is demanding, technical, and essential to the customer experience. We were proud to spend time with the crew at Toyota Certified at Capital Plaza and to highlight the people doing this work every day. Special thanks to Rose Bayat for building and leading this team. #AutoTech #AutomotiveTechnician #FixedOps #SkilledTrades #ToyotaService #TechnicianLife

Part 2 of our 3-part Group 1 Retail Training Academy series is live. Most training breaks down for one simple reason. The store is not a classroom. It is fast-moving, client-facing, and full of real-time demands. That is exactly why simulation matters. At the Group 1 Retail Academy, we believe teammates should have the opportunity to rehearse the moments that matter before they happen in front of a client. Role play, process practice, and real-world scenarios help build confidence, consistency, and a stronger client experience across the business. Our latest article unpacks why simulation beats shadowing alone and how it helps create scalable training across multiple Group 1 rooftops. Read the article at the link below. #Group1Automotive #AutomotiveRetail #BeyondBetter

Did you happen to read last week's article on our Retail Academy program? Well, buckle up, because this week, we'll continue our 3-part series on why the Group 1 Retail Academy sets the industry standard for going above and beyond for every Group 1 employee and client. Click below to catch up on Part 1 before the second installment goes live. #BeyondBetter https://lnkd.in/dt929AR9

Today at our corporate office, we hosted an early International Women’s Day Breakfast & celebration, and the energy in the room was exactly what you'd hope for; the perfect blend of connection, encouragement, and workplace joy. For Group 1 Automotive, Women’s History Month is about honoring progress, but also recommitting to what comes next: creating more pathways, more support, and more leadership opportunities for women across our industry. A big thank you to everyone who joined us, contributed to the Dress for Success Houston clothing drive, and helped make the morning feel both meaningful and fun (yes, the build-your-own bouquets were a hit). Grateful for the teammates who planned it (looking at you, Rebekah Snodgrass), and for the culture we’re continuing to build together here at Group 1. #InternationalWomensDay #WomensHistoryMonth #EmployeeExperience #Community #BeyondBetter