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Kristen Bowen’s Hendrick journey has been 10+ years in the making, and it has led her through every level of the dealership. She started as a receptionist in 2008, but she is now one of Hendrick Automotive Group’s newest general managers and an emerging female leader in the industry.

The new Jaguar Land Rover Charlotte location is officially open for business as of January 11, 2021. The two iconic brands share a brand new 40,000-square-foot facility at 6710 E. Independence Blvd., part of the Hendrick Independence Luxury Auto Mall. Hendrick Automotive Group was one of the original retailers of Land Rover in the United States, and the new facility delivers an even greater experience for loyal customers of both brands.

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 is proud to be named the #1 dealer group in online reputation for the second year in a row, based on a recent survey by Reputation.com.

Recording an overall online reputation score of 803, Hendrick Automotive Group was the only dealership group, public or private, to score higher than 80% in all three primary categories surveyed. The number one overall score was 86 points higher than the company’s next closest national competitor for online reputation.

15 Hendrick Automotive Group dealerships made the list of “Best Dealerships To Work For” this year, the most in company history. The list ranks the top 100 best places to work in automotive retail. 

Hendrick Automotive Group strives to create a quality workplace for all employees based on a company culture of caring for others and the belief that people are our most important asset. These values are put into action by providing robust benefits, corporate social responsibility programs and employee assistance during the ongoing pandemic.

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.”