Great Lakes Hyundai has a new name: Dobbs Hyundai of Columbus. The location, the staff, and the service you count on aren't going anywhere. What's changing is the name on the building, and the family now backing it has been in this business for a century.
Why Is Great Lakes Hyundai Now Dobbs Hyundai?
Great Lakes Hyundai has joined the Dobbs family of dealerships. This is an ownership change, not an overhaul. The sales consultants, service technicians, and support staff you've worked with are still here on Morse Road, ready to help you as always.
Who Is the Dobbs Family? A Century of Automotive Roots
The Dobbs name has deep ties to the car business. In 1921, James K. Dobbs took out a $25,000 loan and opened his first Ford dealership with business partner Horace Hull. That single dealership grew into the country's first national dealership chain, with more than 60 locations. By 1998, the Dobbs Automotive Group had become the third-largest auto retailer in the nation.
In 2009, John H. Dobbs, Jr. founded Dobbs Equity Partners, bringing the family back to its roots in operating businesses for the long term. Today, the Dobbs family carries more than a century of family business heritage, with automotive retail at the center of its beginnings.
What Does Dobbs Family Ownership Mean for You?
Unlike a typical investment firm working under a deadline to sell, Dobbs Equity Partners uses its own capital and isn't in a hurry to move on. Their stated approach is to keep what's already working- the people, the relationships, the reputation- while giving the team more resources to keep improving.
In practice, that means the same faces you trust at the counter, now backed by a family with the staying power and resources to invest in this dealership for years to come.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Dobbs Hyundai Rebrand
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Is Great Lakes Hyundai still open?
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Yes. Great Lakes Hyundai is now Dobbs Hyundai of Columbus, operating at the same location: 2900 Morse Road, Columbus, OH 43231.
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Is this a different dealership?
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No. It's the same dealership under new ownership. The staff, inventory, and service department haven't changed.
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Will my warranty or service history transfer?
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Yes. Your warranty coverage and service records carry over without any action needed on your part.
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Visit Dobbs Hyundai of Columbus Today
We're excited to bring the Dobbs family's century of business experience to Columbus and to keep earning your trust every time you visit. Ready to see us in person? Visit our website to browse inventory or schedule service. You can also contact our team with any questions.
