LaFontaine Auto Group plans new Mitsubishi dealerships in Lansing, Ann Arbor
LANSING — New Mitsubishi Motors dealerships are expected to come to the Lansing and Ann Arbor areas in the next year, according to a statement from the manufacturer.
The Lansing location would be at 5103 S. Cedar, and would add to the existing LaFontaine Ford dealership there now, according to Chandler Horning, a Mitsubishi spokesperson.
The new dealerships would be LaFontaine Mitsubishi locations, part of the auto chain, which operates 58 auto franchises in 42 locations, all in Michigan, according to the company's statement.
The dealership plans to open the Lansing and Ann Arbor stores, "with the intention to open additional facilities across the state by mid 2026," according to the statement.
The statement does not give more specific timing information.
LaFontaine operates Ford, Chrysler and Buick dealerships in Lansing, along with a collision center.
"We are thrilled to join Mitsubishi at such a pivotal time in its rebirth across the United States," Ryan LaFontaine, CEO of LaFontaine Automotive Group, said in a statement. "The opening of our Ann Arbor and Lansing locations mark the beginning of an exciting journey, with more locations to follow as we grow alongside the brand. Mitsubishi Motors fills an important gap in our portfolio."
Mitsubishi Motors North America operates around 330 dealers in the United States and has recently come out with a five-year business plan called Momentum 2030, which includes blueprints for new dealerships like the ones planned for Lansing and Ann Arbor.
The auto company is headquartered in Tennessee and has operations in California, Georgia, Michigan and New Jersey. It's Mitsubishi Motors R&D of America, Inc. is headquartered in Ann Arbor.
Contact Mike Ellis at mellis@lsj.com or 517-267-0415.
This article originally appeared on Lansing State Journal: LaFontaine plans new Mitsubishi dealerships in Lansing, Ann Arbor
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