GreatWater 360 Auto Care recently announced the acquisition of Leighton’s Garage, a well-established shop in the Twin Cities metro area. The addition brings GreatWater’s total network to 150 locations nationwide and marks its entry into Minnesota, the company’s 10th state.
The milestone reflects GreatWater’s continued execution of its disciplined growth strategy focused on partnering with high-quality independent operators and integrating them into a scalable platform, according to a statement from the compoany.
“Reaching 150 locations underscores the strength and repeatability of our operating model,” said Jim Dykstra, chief executive officer of GreatWater 360 Auto Care. “We remain focused on thoughtful geographic expansion, operational excellence, and supporting the teams and communities that have built these businesses.”
GreatWater’s scale supports real-time visibility into shop-level performance and a disciplined field cadence.
“We’ve invested heavily in operational initiatives that have powered GreatWater’s growth,” said Scott Anderson, president and chief operating O\officer of GreatWater 360 Auto Care. “Our centralized operating system and performance tools help us standardize best practices, improve turnaround times, and elevate the customer experience—while still empowering local teams to run great shops.”
GreatWater operates across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Kentucky, Texas, Missouri, and Minnesota. The company provides its locations with centralized support across recruiting, training, procurement, finance, marketing, and technology, enabling shop-level teams to focus on delivering high-quality service to customers.
The addition of Leighton’s Garage further strengthens GreatWater’s presence in the Midwest and expands its ability to serve customers across attractive,high-density markets. The company intends to continue pursuing acquisitions of established, community-oriented repair shops that align with its operating philosophy and long-term vision.
