LITHIA MOTORS INC0001023128false00010231282023-11-152023-11-15

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In alignment with our strategic succession planning, Lithia Motors, Inc. (LAD) announced on November 15, 2023, that Scott Hillier, Regional President of LAD will be retiring, effective July 1, 2024.

Mr. Hillier joined Lithia in 1986, working in one of LAD’s original stores in Medford, Oregon. In his 35-year career with LAD, he helped foster a culture of high performance and mentored store leadership across the organization. Mr. Hillier and our CEO Bryan DeBoer grew up together in operations, where Mr. Hillier served in multiple roles over the last four decades.

In the coming months, Mr. Hillier's areas of responsibility will transition to Adam Chamberlain, Regional President, and other LAD executives.

      Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.