Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: ABG) (Asbury) one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., is proud to announce that Asbury President and CEO, David Hult, will kick off this year’s Automotive News Congress in Detroit as a keynote speaker.

“We enjoy sharing ideas and discussing the automotive industry so that, together, we can continue to grow and be better dealers,” said David. “I look forward to speaking at the Automotive News Congress and connecting with our OEM partners, distributors, and peers. Thank you to KC and the Automotive News team for this opportunity.”

“Dealership groups are at the center of the industry’s transformation, and Asbury brings a unique perspective through its impressive growth and recent acquisitions,” said KC Crain, CEO of Crain Communications and Publisher of Automotive News. “We’re honored to have David Hult open this year’s Congress as our keynote speaker. His experience leading growth and integration will resonate well beyond retail and offer valuable lessons for the entire industry.”

Automotive News Congress 2025 will be held September 10–11 in Detroit. This year’s program also features Mary Barra, Chair and CEO of GM, and Euisun Chung, Executive Chair of Hyundai Motor Company, plus more than two dozen other senior leaders from across the automotive value chain.

Beyond the stage, the event includes immersive tours at GM’s Global Technical Center, along with a dinner recognizing the Automotive News Rising Stars and the annual All-Stars Awards honoring the most influential leaders shaping the business today.

About Asbury Automotive Group, Inc.

Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: ABG), a Fortune 500 company headquartered in Duluth, GA, is one of the largest automotive retailers in the U.S. In late 2020, Asbury embarked on a multi-year plan to increase revenue and profitability strategically through organic operations, acquisitive growth and innovative technologies, with its guest-centric approach as Asbury’s constant North Star. As of June 30, 2025, Asbury operated 145 new vehicle dealerships, consisting of 189 franchises and representing 31 domestic and foreign brands of vehicles. Asbury also operates Total Care Auto, Powered by Landcar, a leading provider of service contracts and other vehicle protection products, and 37 collision repair centers. Asbury offers an extensive range of automotive products and services, including new and used vehicles; parts and service, which includes vehicle repair and maintenance services, replacement parts and collision repair services; and finance and insurance products, including arranging vehicle financing through third parties and aftermarket products, such as extended service contracts, guaranteed asset protection debt cancellation, and prepaid maintenance. Asbury is recognized as one of America’s Fastest Growing Companies 2024 by the Financial Times and the Company is listed in World’s Most Trustworthy Companies 2024 by Newsweek.

For additional information, visit www.asburyauto.com.

About Automotive News Congress

Automotive News Congress is the auto industry’s premier leadership event, bringing together top‑tier executives from automakers, suppliers, retailers, technology innovators, investors and policymakers to explore the most pressing trends transforming automotive. Established in 1976, Congress features keynote addresses from global leaders, panel discussions on emerging trends, exclusive networking opportunities and immersive experiences designed to explore the forces transforming mobility and to equip leaders with the strategies needed to thrive in a rapidly changing marketplace.

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