Western Pump proudly serves the vehicle maintenance, fueling, EV charging and transportation infrastructure industries. We are the only fully integrated company in the southwest to offer comprehensive construction, service, maintenance, compliance and equipment distribution services. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, for over 75 years, Western Pump has delivered trusted solutions that keep businesses running efficiently and reliably. To learn more, visit the Western Pump website at www.westernpump.com. You can also contact Ryan Rethmeier, president, by emailing ryanr@westernpump.com or calling (619) 578-2182.
Dave Cantin Group (DCG) is a leading automotive M&A advisory company specializing in acquisitions, divestitures, intelligence and other advisory services. The company is the M&A services provider of choice for North America’s top automotive dealership groups, advising on approximately 40 transactions annually. DCG is differentiated by its advisory approach, long-term lens on client relationships and commitment to market intelligence tools that inform DCG and client strategies. In 2023, DCG became the only retail automotive M&A company with a significant strategic investor, welcoming Kaltroco to the DCG family.
Through its M&A intelligence division, DCG produces automotive content and delivers relevant, timely marketing intelligence, including the automotive industry Market Outlook Report (MOR). With CBT News, DCG produces the “Inside M&A” studio show and podcast to share stories, news and trends impacting the retail automotive industry. DCG’s proprietary AI-enabled software, Jump IQ, anchors its advisory services that support retail automotive dealers in developing informed M&A strategies and making smarter M&A decisions.
The company’s nonprofit initiative, DCG Giving, funds child and adolescent cancer research and treatment in communities nationwide and other worthy charitable initiatives. DCG team members regularly feature on the industry speaking circuit and are often cited by top national and global news outlets. For more information, please visit www.davecantingroup.com.
Formula Automotive is a hands-on, boutique consulting firm specializing in warranty reimbursement rate submissions for auto and heavy truck dealers. This is one of the most overlooked and under-optimized areas in fixed ops profitability.
While others rely on automated systems and cookie-cutter processes, Formula Automotive takes a high-touch, deeply personalized approach. Every analysis is conducted by a dedicated team of experienced analysts who are not simply reliant on software to drive results. They roll up their sleeves, dig into the data and provide context-rich insights that reveal hidden opportunities and prevent costly oversights.
Their analysts work with you to make sure you’re getting every dollar you’re entitled to. For a no-cost analysis to determine what rate you qualify for, contact Nick Brunotte by emailing nick@formulaauto.com or calling (614) 551-4615.
Meriplex delivers managed cybersecurity and IT services tailored to automotive dealerships. It helps to protect customer data, keep DMS and showroom systems running and support multi-location operations with a 24/7 U.S.-based help desk, NOC and SOC coverage. From compliance guidance to network modernization and endpoint management, Meriplex keeps sales, service and fixed-ops teams connected and secure so dealers can focus on customers — not outages. To learn more, visit meriplex.com/auto. You can also contact Gary Veselka by emailing gary.veselka@meriplex.com or calling (408) 887-0587.
Sprocket Power helps businesses reduce utility costs by as much as 90% through a powerful combination of technology, data and strategy. We design and optimize comprehensive on-site energy systems that integrate solar, battery storage, EV charging and advanced building controls — putting you firmly in control of your energy costs and directly improving your bottom line. Our cloud-based monitoring and AI oversight take the headache out of facility management, keep your operations running through power outages, and prevent costly demand charge spikes — even as EV charging becomes a bigger part of daily operations. Each month, we deliver detailed performance reporting and economic analysis, along with recommendations for additional savings opportunities. And because we track and measure your greenhouse gas reductions, you can proudly highlight your commitment to sustainability and community leadership. You can contact Ryan Berglas, VP of Business Development West, Sprocket Power Inc., by emailing rberglas@sprocketpower.com or calling (650) 439-8371.
For nearly 45 years, Ferruzzo has served as the preeminent law firm in representing new and used motor vehicle dealerships. Whether buying or selling an existing dealership or opening a new point, our attorneys collaborate with clients to achieve optimal results. We have represented clients in dealing with virtually all automobile manufacturers. We assist our clients in understanding the ins and outs of the manufacturer’s requirements. With our deep history with the manufacturers, we have established long-term, productive and invaluable relationships with them.
To date, we have represented clients in the purchase and sale of hundreds of dealerships throughout California and the United States. In each case, we work with your certified public accountant to structure the transaction in a tax-efficient manner. We also regularly work with clients to prepare partnership, operating and shareholder agreements that ensure all owners’ interests are protected. Ferruzzo is a full-service law firm that services automotive dealerships in employment practices and compliance, succession planning, real estate transactions and tax strategy planning for a disposition or acquisition of dealerships, with a deep understanding of the unique challenges of doing business in California.
You can contact the managing partner, Timothy J. McElfish, by emailing tmcelfish@ferruzzo.com or calling (858) 392-8250.
Baker Electric’s Commercial Solar Group helps auto dealers drastically reduce energy expenses with turnkey solar, microgrid and storage solutions designed for long-term savings and sustainability. Leveraging the full capability of the One Baker multi-trade approach, we can design an energy solution that maximizes the benefits of federal and state incentives, delivering high-performing systems on time and on budget. From rooftops to carport canopy installations, we provide complete design, permitting, construction, utility coordination and financial guidance. Our team’s proven expertise and deep industry knowledge make us the trusted partner, for reliable, cost-effective and future-ready energy solutions.
To find out if solar is right for your dealership, visit www.bakercommercialsolar.com or call Tom Holbrook, senior energy consultant, at (858) 245-5055 or email tholbrook@baker-electric.com.
