Group 1 Automotive Continues Nationwide Brand Alignment with Group 1 GMC Rockville Centre in Rockville Centre.

Former Rockville Centre GMC location is among the dealerships now operating under the unified Group 1 brand 

ROCKVILLE CENTRE, N.Y., Jun. 17, 2026, /PRNewswire/ — As part of its ongoing nationwide initiative to unify its extensive network of dealerships, Group 1 Automotive, Inc. ( NYSE: GPI ), a Houston-based automotive retailer with dealerships across the U.S. and U.K., today highlighted Group 1 GMC Rockville Centre, formerly Rockville Centre GMC, which has operated under its new name since February 18, 2026. 

The Rockville Centre dealership is one of a growing number of U.S. locations aligned under the initiative, giving customers a clearer connection to Group 1’s scale, resources, and operational standards while preserving the local team, GMC expertise, and customer relationships that have served Long Island since 2021. 

Despite its size as an international automotive retailer, Group 1 Automotive continues to operate its dealerships as local businesses and remains committed to supporting customers, employees, and the broader Rockville Centre and Long Island region. For more information about Group 1 Automotive and its commitment to local communities, visit Group1Auto.com. 

Better Customer Experience 

The transition from Rockville Centre GMC to Group 1 GMC Rockville Centre is part of a broader effort to create a more consistent customer experience across Group 1’s U.S. retail network. The rebrand did not represent a change in ownership, staffing, product offerings, or day-to-day operations, and customers have continued to work with the same local professionals under the new name. 

Group 1 Automotive has owned and operated the Rockville Centre dealership since 2021. The new name formally connects the location to Group 1’s national platform, giving local customers the benefit of a familiar Rockville Centre dealership supported by the resources, technology, and operational discipline of a larger automotive group. 

“Since taking our new name, our customers have found the same local team they know and trust, now with a clearer connection to the strength and resources of Group 1,” said Ken Ryan, General Manager of Group 1 GMC Rockville Centre. “The name on the building changed, but what matters here has not: a consistent, convenient, and transparent experience, whether someone is shopping for a new GMC, servicing their current vehicle, or considering a trade-in.” 

Continuity of Service and Local Commitment 

Group 1 GMC Rockville Centre continues to serve customers from its existing location at 510 Sunrise Highway in Rockville Centre, New York, supporting drivers throughout Rockville Centre, the South Shore, and surrounding Long Island communities with new GMC vehicles, pre-owned vehicles, certified service, parts, and maintenance support. 

The dealership remains focused on the same local relationships that defined Rockville Centre GMC, while gaining a clearer connection to Group 1’s broader retail network. Customers can expect continuity in the sales and service experience, along with the added benefit of a unified Group 1 brand that makes locations easier to recognize, find, and trust across markets. 

Additional Customer Questions 

Why did Rockville Centre GMC change its name to Group 1 GMC Rockville Centre? 

• Rockville Centre GMC became Group 1 GMC Rockville Centre on February 18, 2026 as part of Group 1 Automotive’s effort to create a clearer, more consistent naming structure across its U.S. dealerships. The new name reflects the dealership’s connection to Group 1 while continuing to serve customers in Rockville Centre and the surrounding Long Island communities. As part of the Group 1 network — 250 dealerships offering 37 vehicle brands — the dealership connects customers to new and pre-owned sales, financing, service, parts, and collision support, with a consistent experience from transparent pricing to online scheduling at every Group 1 store. 

Is the GMC Yukon bigger than the Chevrolet Tahoe? 

• The GMC Yukon and Chevrolet Tahoe share a platform and are very close in overall size, with similar passenger and cargo dimensions. Differences are primarily in styling, trim offerings, and available features rather than physical size. The extended-length Yukon XL and Chevrolet Suburban offer additional cargo space. 

How can shoppers find a specific model or trim in stock? 

• Most dealership websites offer searchable live inventory filtered by model, trim, color, and features, and many allow shoppers to reserve an in-transit vehicle or request a locate from other stores in the dealer network. Contacting the dealership directly can also surface inbound inventory that has not yet been listed. 

What are the benefits of a certified pre-owned vehicle? 

• Certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicles generally undergo a multi-point factory inspection and reconditioning process and include limited warranty coverage beyond a standard used vehicle. Benefits may also include roadside assistance and a vehicle history report, with specific coverage varying by program and model year. 

About Group 1 Automotive, Inc. 

Group 1 owns and operates 250 automotive dealerships, 310 franchises, and 32 collision centers in the United States and the United Kingdom that offer 37 brands of automobiles. Through its dealerships and omni-channel platform, the Company sells new and used cars and light trucks; arranges related vehicle financing; sells service and insurance contracts; provides automotive maintenance and repair services; and sells vehicle parts.