Sonic Automotive, Inc. (NYSE:SAH ) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 23, 2025 11:00 AM EDT Company Participants David Smith - CEO & Chairman Frank Dyke - President & Director Heath R. Byrd - Executive VP & CFO Danny Wieland - Vice President of Investor Relations & Financial Reporting Conference Call Participants Jeffrey Lick - Stephens Inc., Research Division Michael Ward - Citigroup Inc., Research Division Rajat Gupta - JPMorgan Chase & Co, Research Division Patrick Buckley - Jefferies LLC, Research Division Christopher Pierce - Needham & Company, LLC, Research Division Michael Albanese - The Benchmark Company, LLC, Research Division Presentation Operator Good morning.
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| Automobiles Industry | Consumer Discretionary Sector | David Bruton Smith CEO | XSTU Exchange | US83545G1022 ISIN |
| US Country | 10,800 Employees | 15 Dec 2025 Last Dividend | 26 Jan 1999 Last Split | 12 Nov 1997 IPO Date |
Sonic Automotive, Inc. is a premier automotive retailer based in the United States, known for its comprehensive approach to serving the automotive needs of its customers. Established in 1997 and headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates through three main segments: Franchised Dealerships, EchoPark, and Powersports. Each segment caters to specific facets of the automotive market, ranging from new and used vehicle sales to maintenance and finance services, underscoring Sonic Automotive’s commitment to covering every aspect of vehicle ownership and enthusiast activities.
This segment marks the core of Sonic Automotive's operations, focusing on the sale of new and used cars and light trucks. It extends beyond sales to offer a broad spectrum of automotive services, including vehicle maintenance, manufacturer warranty repairs, as well as paint and collision repair services. For customers looking to enhance their purchase experience, the segment facilitates extended warranties, service contracts, financing, insurance, and other aftermarket products, making it a one-stop-shop for new and used vehicle customers.
Specializing in the sale of used cars and light trucks, the EchoPark segment of Sonic Automotive provides a premium pre-owned vehicle buying experience. In addition to sales, EchoPark places a strong emphasis on customer service by arranging finance and insurance product sales for its guests, further streamlining the procurement process for high-quality, pre-owned vehicles at specialty retail locations.
Diversifying its portfolio, Sonic Automotive also ventures into the powersports market through this segment. Offering a wide range of new and used powersports vehicles, including motorcycles, personal watercraft, and all-terrain vehicles, it caters to the enthusiasts' market. Similar to its automotive segments, the Powersports segment supports its sales with comprehensive finance and insurance services, ensuring customers not only find the vehicle they desire but also the means to secure and protect their investment.