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Will Farmer has been racing on and off since the late 1960s, but one thing has remained constant – his love for Chevrolets. Now in his 70s, Mr. Farmer is faster than ever, and he holds the world records to prove it. He has become an honorary part of the team at Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Buick GMC, working with the dealership and Chevrolet Performance whenever he can.

As an automotive company, we are lucky to be able to connect with enthusiasts in every neighborhood our dealerships call home. When we share our passion, skills and experience with each other, no record…

After historic winter storms devastated the state, thousands of pounds of emergency supplies were loaded onto Hendrick jets and delivered to our teammates in Texas, thanks to the compassion and teamwork of employees across the country.

Multiple deliveries of water, food, power generators and personal care items were organized and distributed to those who needed it most, thanks to volunteers from dealerships in Charlotte and Concord, Hendrick Motorsports, our dealerships in Texas and the Hendrick Automotive Group leadership team.

A couple of loyal Lexus customers were looking forward to the new convertible model for eight years, and were the first on the waiting list. But when the Structural Blue color they had their heart set on turned out to be a limited edition, it looked like their wait could be far from over. Hendrick Lexus of Northlake managed to find one of the rare vehicles though, and helped the customer pull off the surprise of a lifetime for his wife.

At Hendrick Automotive Group, people are our most important asset. This core value drives everything we do, including the way we prioritize the health and safety of everyone in our dealerships.

We’re more committed than ever to providing an experience that makes our customers feel cared for, because having your car serviced from the name you know and trust makes all the difference. You can rely on Hendrick Automotive Group to be there for all your service and vehicle needs, and to do it in the safest way possible.

Our company-wide Thanksgiving meal drive went virtual this year, but it made the biggest impact yet! Teammates donated online and every dollar was matched – raising more than $600,000 for our food bank partners across the country. Now more than ever, we are proud to support our communities and show how Hendrick Cares.

When Veterans Day rolls around each November, we are reminded of how lucky we are to work alongside so many brave teammates who served their country in the armed forces. Many dealerships host special events to show their appreciation for these employees, and provide them the chance to come together as fellow veterans.

To the veterans we have the honor to work beside, and all those who have served our country, thank you from Hendrick Automotive Group!
 

Hendrick Automotive Group teammates across Charleston, South Carolina are thinking pink as they accept the challenge to raise $10,000 for the 2020 Komen Lowcountry MORE THAN PINK Walk in the fight against breast cancer. With 1 in 8 women diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime, many are currently facing unprecedented challenges due to COVID. So, whether it’s emotional support via Komen’s helpline, financial support, or help navigating their care journey, Komen is committed to be there to help.

Rick Hendrick Chevrolet Collision Center in Norfolk, Virginia presented Deanna Bell with a car through the Recycled Rides™ program. The car will mean a new level of independence and stability for her family, which struggles to make ends meet.

“One of our core values at Hendrick is servant leadership, consciously putting the needs of others before your own,” said Brad Walser, Regional Collision Manager at Hendrick Automotive Group. “With Recycled Rides, we are able to display this value and support someone in their time of need by gifting them a reliable car for their family.” 

Hendrick Automotive Group and our teammates have donated more than 205,500 individual holiday meal boxes through our company-wide meal drives, and we are continuing our support in an exciting new way this year. To prioritize the safety of everyone involved, and the needs food banks, we are taking our holiday meal drive online to provide financial support for community organizations fighting hunger.

Now through October 24, teammates can participate in the 2020 Virtual Thanksgiving Drive by donating through this program, and Hendrick Automotive Group will match funds raised!

Whether it’s taking place in person or in virtual classrooms, teachers and school administrators across the country are heading back to school, no matter what. And as part of our commitment to caring for communities, Hendrick Automotive Group is continuing to support local schools in whatever ways we can.

Hendrick Automotive Group dealerships in the Kansas City area came together to show support for Kansas City Public Schools with a surprise gift. The market area donated $20,000 to purchase virtual learning kits for every teacher in the district.