MEDFORD, Ore., Aug.  18, 2026  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lithia &amp; Driveway (NYSE:LAD) today announced it has been named to the Fortune Global 500 for the second consecutive year, advancing to No. 426, up eight positions

Lithia & Driveway Advances to Number 426 on Fortune Global 500

Lithia & Driveway named Fortune Global 500, signaling scalable growth

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 MEDFORD, Ore., Aug. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lithia &amp;amp; Driveway (NYSE:LAD) today announced it has been named to the Fortune Global 500 for the second consecutive year, advancing to No. 426, up eight positions
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 Lithia &amp; Driveway is named to the Fortune Global 500 for the second consecutive year, ranking No. 426 (up from 434). In 2025, revenue reached $38.1 billion, with 30,800+ employees across North America and the UK, underscoring its expansive omnichannel auto-retail platform. This recognition could support sentiment-driven multiple expansion for LAD as growth execution remains evident.
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 <ul><li>Lithia &amp; Driveway named to Fortune Global 500, rank 426 up from 434.</li><li>2025 revenue $38.1B, up 4.2% YoY; 30,800+ employees across NA and UK.</li><li>Omnichannel ecosystem underscores scale and growth across automobiles, financing, and digital retail.</li><li>80th anniversary in 2026 reinforces long-term brand strength and strategic position.</li></ul>
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 <ul><li>Lithia &amp; Driveway (LAD): Primary subject; Fortune Global 500 ranking reinforces growth trajectory and scale.</li><li>AutoNation, Inc. (AN): Peer in auto retail; market may re-rate sector on strong scale narratives.</li><li>Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (PAG): Global dealer peer; potential indirect benefit from sector-wide scale appreciation.</li><li>Carvana Co. (CVNA): Online auto retailer; broader auto retail cycle considerations could influence sentiment.</li></ul>
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 Category: Corporate Developments. The release highlights corporate-scale recognition and growth execution rather than a financial result, aligning with the corporate-events lens rather than earnings or M&amp;A narratives.
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 <ul><li>Fortune Global 500 ranking reinforces LAD&#039;s scale, potentially lifting sentiment and multiple valuations.</li><li>2025 revenue growth of 4.2% supports durable cash flow and earnings visibility.</li><li>Omnichannel model enhances cross-sell opportunities and long-term customer lifecycle economics.</li><li>80th anniversary in 2026 strengthens branding and investor confidence in the franchise.</li></ul>
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 <ul><li>Named to Fortune Global 500 for 2nd year, ranking 426 (up from 434).</li><li>2025 revenue $38.1B, up 4.2% YoY.</li><li>Over 30,800 employees across North America and the United Kingdom.</li><li>Celebrating 80 years in business in 2026.</li><li>Omnichannel ecosystem includes sales, financing, service, and digital retail.</li></ul>
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 Bullish over the next 1–3 quarters as Global 500 placement highlights scale and growth runway.
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<link type="text/css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://www.globenewswire.com/styles/gnw_nitf.css"></link>MEDFORD, Ore., Aug. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lithia &amp; Driveway (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LAD">LAD</a>) today announced it has been named to the <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/Tracker?data=QhC4A0O7yDzhG7Cbk2n7ZdYDh5JV5Ni_UkaOjOoYiW9-7ekCdw1Nai_G5TOuw9vtaN1wKGfXQIL93vkrE5HeeqX2MXsDT1FFBjttAaFsUsEs_HkXLEx-v5ylZhqMNxGJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fortune Global 500</a> for the second consecutive year, advancing to No. 426, up eight positions from No. 434 last year. The annual ranking recognizes the world&#39;s largest companies by revenue and reflects Lithia &amp; Driveway&#39;s continued execution of its growth strategy and expanding automotive retail ecosystem. In 2025, Lithia &amp; Driveway generated $38.1 billion in revenue, a 4.2% increase year over year, supported by more than 30,800 team members serving customers across North America and the United Kingdom. &#34;Our continued recognition on the Fortune Global 500 reflects the strength of our global ecosystem and the dedication of our more than 30,000 team members,&#34; said Bryan DeBoer, President and CEO. "The scale we&#39;ve achieved enables us to better serve customers, support our partners, and invest in the innovations that will shape the future of automotive retail.&#34; Lithia &amp; Driveway continues to strengthen its position as a global automotive retailer through its omnichannel ecosystem, integrating vehicle sales, financing, service, and digital retail capabilities across North America and the United Kingdom. About Lithia &amp; Driveway (LAD) Lithia &amp; Driveway (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LAD">LAD</a>) is the largest global automotive retailer making Auto Done Easy by providing simple, transparent, and convenient experiences throughout the ownership lifecycle. LAD helps customers take care of any vehicle need through a comprehensive network of physical locations, e-commerce platforms, captive finance solutions, fleet management offerings, and other synergistic adjacencies. Celebrating 80 years in business in 2026, LAD consistently delivers profitable growth in a massive and unconsolidated industry. Its highly diversified and competitively differentiated design provides LAD with the flexibility and scale to pursue its vision to modernize personal transportation solutions wherever, whenever and however consumers desire. 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Lithia & Driveway is named to the Fortune Global 500 for the second consecutive year, ranking No. 426 (up from 434). In 2025, revenue reached $38.1 billion, with 30,800+ employees across North America and the UK, underscoring its expansive omnichannel auto-retail platform. This recognition could support sentiment-driven multiple expansion for LAD as growth execution remains evident.

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Lithia & Driveway Advances to Number 426 on Fortune Global 500

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