Gulf States Toyota, Inc. · Houston, TX United States
Company Description
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This link will open in a new window Even good ol' boys buy foreign cars from Gulf States Toyota (GST). One of only two US Toyota distributors not owned by Toyota Motor Sales (the other is JM Family Enterprises' Southeast Toyota Distributors), GST distributes Toyota, Lexus, and Scion brand cars, trucks, and sport utility vehicles in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Texas. GST has expanded its vehicle processing center in Houston to handle Toyota Tundra pickup trucks built in nearby San Antonio. Founded in 1969 by its Chairman Thomas Friedkin, GST distributes new Toyotas, parts, and accessories to around 155 dealers in Texas and other states in the region. GST plans to move to a new headquarters in west Houston. To read the full description, subscribe now.
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Key Gulf States Toyota, Inc. Financials
| Company Type | Private Headquarters |
| Fiscal Year-End | December |
| 2007 Sales (mil.) | $5,700.0 |
| 2007 Employees | 1,275 |
Gulf States Toyota, Inc. Executives
11 executives listed for Gulf States Toyota, Inc.'s Houston, TX location.
| Title | Name & Bio | Contact |
| Chairman | Thomas Friedkin | Network |
| President and General Manager | Toby Hynes | Network |
| CFO | Frank Gruen | Network |
Competition
Competitive Landscape for Gulf States Toyota, Inc.
Consumer spending and interest rates drive demand. The profitability of individual companies depends on the volume and mix of cars and services sold. Large companies can offer a wider selection of cars and have advantages in marketing, purchasing, and finance. Small companies can compete effectively by offering superior customer service or serving a local market. Annual revenue per worker averages $600,000 for new car dealerships and $700,000 for used. For vehicle sales, auto dealers compete with private market sellers, who are increasingly using the Internet to bypass traditional retail channels. Companies compete with various retail outlets, such as oil change centers, tire stores, and independent service shops and chains, for service revenue. To read the full description, subscribe now.Top Gulf States Toyota, Inc. Competitors
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