Jan 29, 2019

Celebrating 50 Years Of Selling Vehicles In Our Community

The Neil Huffman Automotive Group is celebrating the company’s 50th anniversary! It all got started in the middle of a snowstorm on January 6, 1969, when Neil Huffman opened his first dealership, Neil Huffman Volkswagen, with only 16 employees.

 

Neil Huffman Volkswagen Opened in 1969

 

Over the decades, the automotive landscape has changed significantly, but the Neil Huffman Automotive Group has adapted successfully, adding new brands and dealerships — including Subaru, Volkswagen, Honda, Mazda, Acura, Nissan, Chevrolet, Buick and GMC — to meet the needs of their customers. With locations in Louisville, Frankfort and Southern Indiana, they remain one of the largest locally owned auto groups in the area.

Not only does Neil Huffman Automotive Group sell award-winning vehicles they are an award-winning dealership, winning several awards over the 50 years they’ve been in business:

  • Time Magazine Quality Dealer Award Finalist
  • AIADA All Star Dealer of the Year Finalist
  • NADA Dealer of the Year Finalist
  • Nissan Region Top Ten Sales Dealer – Multiple Years
  • Nissan Owners First Award of Excellence – Multiple Years
  • Acura Precision Team Award
  • Volkswagen Vanguard Society Charter Member
  • Mazda President’s Award of Honor – Multiple Years
  • Honda President’s Award Winner – 2006, 2013, 2014
  • Subaru Stellar Care Award Winner – 2015

In addition to offering its customers amazing vehicles and service, the Neil Huffman Automotive Group also supports local charities and events like Mayor’s Healthy Hometown Hike, the Humane Society, Bike and Paddle, Kosair Children’s Hospital, Metro United Way, Kentucky Derby Festival, Maryhurst, Big Brothers Big Sisters and others.

“We are beyond thrilled to be celebrating 50 years in the community and are especially proud of the work we have done with local deserving organizations,” said Kim Huffman, managing partner.

On January 10, 2019, the Neil Huffman Automotive Group had a celebration at the original VW store location on Dixie Highway in Louisville. They celebrated with the community, employees and the media. Lots of well-wishers enjoyed cake, balloons and even a presentation from the Mayor’s Office. Tommy Clark from the Mayor’s Office, even delivered two proclamations from the Mayor celebrating the 50 years of the Neil Huffman Auto Group.

Tommy Clark from the Mayor's Office

With the simple mission to provide an enjoyable car buying experience, the management and staff at Neil Huffman Automotive Group has successfully endured throughout the years to create car dealerships that offer a friendly and comfortable place to go to buy your next vehicle. And they look forward to serving you for the next 50 years!

Four Generations of the Huffman Family

If you’re looking for your next new car, need your vehicle serviced or need auto body work, come visit us today!