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Follow LAPIS® acquisitions, dealership openings, marque partnerships, and collector-car appearances across the California and Arizona portfolio.

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The new Bentley Torcal EV at its launch
The Big Read · Electric vehicles · October 1, 2026

When luxury cars turn electric

Ferrari is selling its priciest models to tech millionaires. But it’s a hard playbook to follow

Porsche Livermore leadership team at the dealership's grand opening celebration
Press Release · August 31, 2026

LAPIS® Celebrates Grand Opening of Porsche Livermore

LAPIS® celebrated the grand opening of Porsche Livermore, marking a new chapter for the iconic Porsche brand in California's Tri-Valley region.

Mark P. Venti, Chief Operating Officer of LAPIS®
Press Release · July 16, 2026

LAPIS® Appoints Mark P. Venti as Chief Operating Officer

LAPIS® Automotive announces the appointment of Mark P. Venti as Chief Operating Officer, overseeing operations across the company’s Arizona and California dealership portfolio.

LAPIS dealership acquisition announcement graphic
Event · March 17, 2026

LAPIS® Acquires Four Dealerships in San Francisco Bay Area

LAPIS® Adds Porsche, Land Rover, Audi and Honda to the Company’s Expanding Brand Portfolio

Palm Springs Life profile card for Todd Blue and Ferrari of Rancho Mirage
News · March 2, 2026

Palm Springs Life: Todd Blue Takes the Wheel at Ferrari of Rancho Mirage

LAPIS® CEO and Ferrari of Rancho Mirage Dealer Principal Todd Blue is profiled in the March 2026 edition of Palm Springs Life.

Ferrari of Rancho Mirage in California’s Coachella Valley
News · February 12, 2026

Todd Blue has big plans for Ferrari of Rancho Mirage

The new owner told WardsAuto he hopes to put Ferrari of Rancho Mirage at the center of a luxury-auto ecosystem focused on customer experiences.

Ferrari of Rancho Mirage acquisition announcement image
News · December 15, 2025

LAPIS® CEO Todd Blue Acquires Ferrari of Rancho Mirage

LAPIS® announces the purchase of Ferrari of Rancho Mirage in Rancho Mirage, California. This marks a celebratory return to Rancho Mirage.

Todd Blue Pebble Beach podium finish image
News · November 11, 2024

LAPIS® CEO Todd Blue Achieves Podium Finish

This past weekend, Todd Blue achieved a podium finish at the 73rd Pebble Beach Concours D’Elegance.

1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 SC Cabriolet at the Pebble Beach Tour d’Elegance
Event · November 7, 2024

Todd Blue Begins Weekend Journey at Pebble Beach Tour D’Elegance

Classic Collector and Mercedes-Benz Dealer to Show 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 SC Cabriolet Sunday

From Passion to Pavement Mercedes-Benz of Northern Arizona feature image
News · October 18, 2024

From Passion to Pavement

It’s no coincidence that Mercedes-Benz is on the cover of the luxury automotive issue. Flagstaff is home to the only luxury automotive dealership in Northern Arizona.

Todd Blue Drives feature image
News · October 7, 2024

Todd Blue Drives

It’s no coincidence that Mercedes-Benz is on the cover of the luxury automotive issue. Flagstaff is home to the only luxury automotive dealership in Northern Arizona, the all new Mercedes-Benz of Northern Arizona, a LAPIS® dealership.

Sedona Monthly Mercedes-Benz of Northern Arizona feature image
News · April 1, 2024

Sedona Monthly: Mercedes-Benz of Northern Arizona: Business Profile Spotlight

When Todd Blue sold his car dealerships a few years ago, he didn’t realize just how much he’d want to return. “I missed the business. I just underestimated how much I loved it,” he says.

Automotive News feature image for Todd Blue returning to automotive retail
News · December 22, 2023

Feldman Automotive, Todd Blue among dealership buyers in Q3 and Q4 transactions

A buyer purchased her first dealership, Feldman Automotive entered a new state, and former luxury dealership group founder Todd Blue returned to automotive retail.