Regulation and Compliance
The proposed dealership acquisition will receive a deeper competition review
The ACCC says Peter Warren Automotive Holdings’ proposed acquisition of 30 Wakeling Automotive dealership sites requires a Phase 2 review. The regulator identified potential competition concerns in Sydney’s Macarthur region and said it will also consider servicing and repair impacts. The review is not a final finding, but it is material industry news for dealer groups, manufacturers and operators monitoring consolidation.
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The development is a reminder that dealership transactions can involve more than commercial due diligence. Competition, local market concentration, servicing capacity and regulatory process should be considered early with appropriate professional advice.
Key points
- The ACCC says Peter Warren Automotive Holdings’ proposed acquisition of 30 Wakeling Automotive dealership sites requires a Phase 2 review.
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