Stivers Automotive Group has acquired a Ford dealership in Union City, Ga., previously owned by AutoNation. This strategic move marks a significant step in Stivers’s efforts to grow its presence in the Southeastern United States, executives said in a release announcing the sale.

Stivers Automotive is run by brothers Eddie and John, who are third-generation auto dealers.

“I want to thank the team at DCG for helping put this deal together,” Eddie Stivers said. “The support and communication with DCG’s team of experts made the transaction go smoothly, and I look forward to working with DCG on future acquisitions.”

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