Company Description
Sonic Automotive, Inc. operates as an automotive retailer in the United States.
It operates in three segments, Franchised Dealerships, EchoPark, and Powersports. The Franchised Dealerships segment is involved in the sale of new and used cars and light trucks, and replacement parts; provision of vehicle maintenance, manufacturer warranty repair, and paint and collision repair services; and arrangement of extended warranties, service contracts, financing, insurance, and other aftermarket products for its guests.
The EchoPark segment sells used cars and light trucks; and arranges finance and insurance product sales for its guests in pre-owned vehicle specialty retail locations.
The Powersports Segment sells new and used powersports vehicles, such as motorcycles, and personal watercraft and all-terrain vehicles; and offers finance and insurance services.
The company was incorporated in 1997 and is based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
| Country | United States |
| Founded | 1997 |
| IPO Date | Nov 12, 1997 |
| Industry | Auto & Truck Dealerships |
| Sector | Consumer Discretionary |
| Employees | 10,500 |
| CEO | David Bruton Smith |
Contact Details
Address: 4401 Colwick Road Charlotte, North Carolina 28211 United States | |
| Phone | 704-566-2400 |
| Website | sonicautomotive.com |
Stock Details
| Ticker Symbol | SAH |
| Exchange | NYSE |
| Fiscal Year | January - December |
| Reporting Currency | USD |
| CIK Code | 0001043509 |
| CUSIP Number | 83545G102 |
| ISIN Number | US83545G1022 |
| Employer ID | 56-2010790 |
| SIC Code | 5500 |
Key Executives
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| David Bruton Smith | Chief Executive Officer and Chairman |
| Frank Jeff Dyke | President and Director |
| Heath R. Byrd | Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer |
| B. Scott Smith | Co-Founder and Director |
| Thomas Keen | Chief Operating Officer |
| Stephen Carvelli | Chief Technology Officer |
| Danny Wieland | Vice President of Investor Relations and Financial Reporting |
| Stephen K. Coss | Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary |
| Rachel M. Richards | Chief Marketing Officer and Vice President |
| Harry M Harden | Chief Human Resources Officer |
Latest SEC Filings
| Date | Type | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 2024 | 8-K | Current Report |
| Mar 19, 2024 | 8-K | Current Report |
| Mar 15, 2024 | ARS | Filing |
| Mar 15, 2024 | DEFA14A | Additional definitive proxy soliciting materials and Rule 14(a)(12) material |
| Mar 15, 2024 | DEF 14A | Other definitive proxy statements |
| Feb 22, 2024 | 10-K | Annual Report |
| Feb 14, 2024 | 8-K | Current Report |
| Feb 13, 2024 | SC 13G/A | [Amend] Statement of acquisition of beneficial ownership by individuals |
| Feb 9, 2024 | 8-K | Current Report |
| Feb 9, 2024 | SC 13G/A | [Amend] Statement of acquisition of beneficial ownership by individuals |