Edmonton-based Go Auto has acquired its first stores in the United States: Mercedes-Benz of Bellingham and Toyota of Bellingham. The acquisitions align with Go Auto’s strategy of buying successful dealerships that have a high standard of operating excellence. Go Auto is one of Canada’s largest dealer networks and operates in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, Northwest Territories, and now Washington State.
The company wanted to start their foray into the American market reasonably close to home, said Phil Abram, President of Go Auto. “Strategically, we are starting out as close to home base as we can,” he said in an interview with Canadian auto dealer. “So Western Canada has always been our main focus for growth and expansion. The goal is to move slightly south from there.”
American customers can expect business as usual during this transition, with no interruptions to their existing appointments, ongoing sales, or other business.
Go Auto currently owns Toyota stores, but the Bellingham store is the company’s first Mercedes store.
“We are excited to build on the success of Mercedes-Benz of Bellingham and Toyota of Bellingham as we work towards establishing a Go Auto network across North America,” said Abrams. “Our passion for business extends into the communities we operate, and we are thrilled to become a part of the Bellingham community. This is just the beginning of our diversified and strategic growth plan as we look forward to further expanding our footprint in 2023.”
“We would like to personally thank every customer of ours for supporting us over the years. We are confident you will continue to receive the same level of service you are accustomed to going forward” said Rob Hourani, GM.
