Wichita Auto Dealer Expands with $500M Maryland Acquisition

Brandon Steven Motors adds 12 dealerships across southern Maryland, projecting over $2.5B in annual revenue.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 8:52pm

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An extreme close-up of the rich, textured leather interior of a luxury car dashboard, capturing the high-end materials and craftsmanship that define the auto industry.The acquisition of a diverse Maryland dealership group will help Brandon Steven Motors expand its automotive retail footprint and brand portfolio.Wichita Today

Brandon Steven Motors, a Wichita-based auto dealership group, has announced the acquisition of a southern Maryland dealership with 12 locations in a deal valued at nearly $500 million. The acquisition will expand Brandon Steven Motors' footprint to over 30 dealerships nationwide and is expected to boost the company's annual revenue to exceed $2.5 billion.

Why it matters

This acquisition represents a major expansion for Brandon Steven Motors, solidifying its position as a regional automotive powerhouse. The deal also highlights the ongoing consolidation in the auto retail industry, as larger dealer groups seek to gain economies of scale and market share.

The details

The 12 Maryland dealerships acquired by Brandon Steven Motors represent a diverse brand mix, including Toyota, Honda, Ford, Lincoln, Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick, GMC, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram. With this acquisition, Brandon Steven Motors now employs over 12,000 people nationwide.

  • Brandon Steven Motors had $1.44 billion in revenue in 2025.
  • The $500 million acquisition deal was announced on April 16, 2026.

The players

Brandon Steven Motors

A Wichita-based auto dealership group that has now expanded to over 30 locations nationwide.

Brandon Steven

The president of Brandon Steven Motors, who stated the acquisition was an 'opportunity of this caliber' that aligned with the company's values of 'taking care of customers, supporting employees, and operating with integrity.'

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What they’re saying

“This was not a transaction we were actively pursuing, but opportunities of this caliber are rare. The scale, brand mix, and market position made it clear this was a transformational move for our company. Just as important, there was complete alignment in values — taking care of customers, supporting employees, and operating with integrity.”

— Brandon Steven, President, Brandon Steven Motors

The takeaway

This acquisition demonstrates Brandon Steven Motors' ambition to become a dominant regional player in the auto retail industry, leveraging its scale and brand diversity to drive significant revenue growth. The deal also highlights the ongoing consolidation trends in the sector as larger groups seek to gain market share and operational efficiencies.