Driving the news: Ken Garff Automotive Group bought Gateway Chevrolet in Avondale, Arizona, the state’s largest Chevrolet dealership to its operations.

For context: The Utah-based company announced the acquisition June 25, bringing their Arizona presence to five dealerships since they started expanding into Phoenix in 2021. Gateway will rebrand as Ken Garff Gateway Chevrolet but keep its existing team, reports The Business Journals.

Why it matters: The deal puts Ken Garff in control of Arizona's biggest Chevy operation, giving them a major presence in one of the state's most important automotive markets.

What we're watching: Ken Garff now operates Chevrolet, Kia, Hyundai, and Volkswagen stores across the Phoenix area. The company, founded in Utah in 1932, has grown to over 70 dealerships across nine western states including California, Nevada, Colorado, Hawaii, and Texas, among others.

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