HOUSTON -

Group 1 Automotive announced this week the expansion of its coverage in the United Kingdom with three new acquisitions. The dealer group has purchased Elms Bedford BMW/MINI, Elms Cambridge BMW/MINI and Elms Stansted BMW/MINI.

The three dealerships, which will continue to operate under the Elms name, are estimated to generate $225 million in annual revenues.

Earl Hesterberg, president and chief executive officer of Group 1, looks forward to furthering his groups influence across the pond.

“We are pleased to expand our relationship with BMW UK and further leverage our scale and excellent management team in the UK,” Hesterberg said.

With the addition of these three stores, bringing the tally up to 17, Group 1’s UK operations are expected to generated approximately $1.3 billion in estimated annual revenues. The company’s other brands in the region include Audi and Ford.