{"id":78437,"date":"2026-09-05T17:41:02","date_gmt":"2026-09-05T21:41:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/?p=78437"},"modified":"2026-09-05T17:41:09","modified_gmt":"2026-09-05T21:41:09","slug":"crossroads-automotive-acquires-bartow-ford-in-florida-debut","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lakelandgazette.info\/news\/2026\/09\/05\/crossroads-automotive-acquires-bartow-ford-in-florida-debut\/","title":{"rendered":"Crossroads Automotive Acquires Bartow Ford in Florida Debut"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Crossroads Automotive Group is excited to announce its Florida debut with the
acquisition of Bartow Ford. Recognized nationally as a Top 100 Ford store, Bartow Ford becomes the 15th Ford dealership in Crossroads\u2019 portfolio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This landmark acquisition brings together two organizations deeply aligned in their faith in God, community service, and operational excellence. “We truly believe God led us to this store and this community,\u201d said Allen Boyd, President of Crossroads Automotive Group. \u201cWe could not be more grateful to welcome Bartow Ford into the Crossroads family.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boyd went on to say, \u201cWe are not in the car business as much as we are in the people business, meaning we are only as good as our team. The Lord has blessed us with this dealership and its amazing employees. We are excited to welcome these talented individuals to the Crossroads team and we look forward to continuing the exceptional service Bartow\u2019s customers expect and deserve.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Highlights of the transition include:
\u25cf Expanding Footprint: As the 15th Ford dealership in Crossroads\u2019 network, Bartow Ford joins a strong, established group now offering 2,300 new Fords in stock.
\u25cf Team Continuity: Crossroads’ goal is to retain the existing team, maintaining the high standard of service customers expect while preserving the familiar faces that make the dealership special.
\u25cf Community Commitment: Crossroads is dedicated to honoring and continuing Bartow Ford\u2019s deep involvement in local community initiatives, sponsorships, and civic events throughout Polk County and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Our goal is to keep the dedicated employees and core values that have made Bartow Ford a cornerstone of this community for so long,” said Greg Vandeloo, Chief Operating Officer at Crossroads Automotive Group. “We bring the scale and support of a large automotive group, but our heart is entirely focused on maintaining the local relationships, exceptional customer service, and community traditions that make this store truly unique.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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