MEDFORD, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--“It feels good to know our employees are happy to work here,” said Steve Handler, General Manager at Audi of Oxnard, one of ten Lithia Motors, Inc. (NYSE: LAD) stores being recognized and awarded as the “Best Dealerships to Work For” in 2018.
Automotive News’ annual list, now in its 6th year, gives dealerships across the nation the special designation as “one of the best” based on positive feedback from employees. A survey distributed to nominated stores helps to measure employee satisfaction.
“We’re proud of all of our stores that participated in the Best Dealerships to Work For program,” said Bryan DeBoer, President and CEO of Lithia Motors. He added, “It’s a great example of our mission Growth Powered by People. They create their own cultures that are appropriate for their local customers, franchise and team members and this results in higher employee satisfaction and customer satisfaction.”
For Lithia’s Tim Hlavenka, General Manager of DCH Montclair Acura and four-time recipient of the honor, the results of the competition hold a lot of weight. “This is my favorite award because it’s so nice to know that the people who work here enjoy coming to work and our customers feel it,” he explains. “To know that we have created a good atmosphere, makes me feel good.”
Along with the aforementioned Audi of Oxnard and DCH Montclair, Audi of Des Moines, DCH Honda Temecula, DCH Kay Honda, DCH Lexus of Oxnard, DCH Millburn Audi, Honolulu Volkswagen, Island Honda and Lithia Hyundai of Reno have all been recognized for their extraordinary staff experience and team morale.
When asked how they create a positive and hard-working environment, several General Managers acknowledge Lithia leadership. “Lithia supports us in creating a positive work environment,” explains George Yazbek, GM of DCH Lexus of Oxnard. “As one of our core values, having fun is important in the work place and we appreciate that our company encourages that. A happy team makes for happy customers.”
About Lithia:
Lithia Motors, Inc. is one of the largest providers of personal transportation solutions in the United States and is among the fastest growing companies in the Fortune 500 (#294-2018). Consumers can buy, sell and service vehicles digitally or through our 182 nationwide locations. Our mission statement, Growth Powered by People, drives us to continuously improve and to give back to our communities.
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