Rk auto group

RK Auto Group

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Richard Kline on the lot at RK Chevrolet.

RK Auto Group (RK Chevrolet, RK Toyota, RK Buick, RK Subaru, RK Scion) RK Auto Group was founded in 1964<ref name="one">"Virginia Beach, VA. Auto Dealer Buys Hampton, VA Dealership," Knight Ridder/Tribute Business News February 8, 2001 http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1G1-71098593.html and The Virginian-Pilot and Ledger Star January 14, 1979, p. D5</ref> when Richard Kline purchased a corner gas station in Virginia Beach, VA <ref name="two">"As the Competitors Falter, One Dealer Goes Strong," The Virginian-Pilot and Ledger Star, May 17, 1981, E6</ref> , and transformed it into the city’s first Chevrolet dealership: RK Chevrolet. In 1967, RK Chevrolet moved to its present location at 2661 Virginia Beach Boulevard<ref name="three">"Auto Firm to Open Thursday," The Virginian-Pilot, May 20. 1967, p. 22</ref> (also the address of RK Buick and RK Subaru).

During the 1980s, the Virginia car dealer grew significantly by adding two more brands to its offerings--RK Buick and RK Subaru; and by expanding its service department and body shop. The dealership was expanded to include Virginia’s only used truck showroom (RK TruckWorld). In 2001, RK Auto Group acquired the Toyota / Scion franchise<ref name="four">"Virginia Beach, VA. Auto Dealer Buys Hampton, VA Dealership," Knight Ridder/Tribute Business News February 8, 2001 http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1G1-71098593.html</ref>. RK Toyota / RK Scion are located at 2301 West Mercury Boulevard in Hampton, Virginia.

Continuing a family tradition, Richard Kline’s son, Robert was appointed President in 1980; and in 1986 was named dealer-operator. Richard Kline continues to serve as Chairman of the Board, RK Chevrolet, RK Toyota, RK Buick, RK Subaru and RK Scion.

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