The 401 Group of Companies Expands Florida Footprint with Acquisition of Fort Walton Beach Mitsubishi
Acquisition marks the Group’s sixth Mitsubishi franchise and its third Florida location across a growing North American network
FORT WALTON BEACH, FL — [June 30, 2026] — The 401 Group of Companies, one of Canada’s largest privately owned automotive, RV, marine, and powersports retail groups, today announced the acquisition of Fort Walton Beach Mitsubishi, located at 350 Beal Parkway in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.
The acquisition strengthens the 401 Group’s growing presence in the U.S. and expands the organization’s Mitsubishi portfolio to six franchise locations, including Baywest Mitsubishi in Owen Sound, Sudbury Mitsubishi, Fort Myers Mitsubishi in Florida, Sunny Mitsubishi in Jacksonville, Florida, Windsor Mitsubishi, and now Fort Walton Mitsubishi.
“Florida continues to be an important growth market for us, and Fort Walton Beach Mitsubishi is a natural addition to our expanding network,” said Ted Lancaster, Executive Vice President of the 401 Group of Companies. “This acquisition deepens our Mitsubishi operations across the United States and allows us to bring our customer-first approach to drivers along the Emerald Coast. We remain committed to investing in the dealership’s team, its customers, and the Fort Walton Beach community for the long term.”
Fort Walton Beach Mitsubishi offers Mitsubishi’s current complete lineup of vehicles, including the Outlander, Outlander PHEV, Outlander Sport, and Eclipse Cross. Alongside a carefully selected inventory of quality pre-owned vehicles. Customers will also have access to a modern service facility staffed by factory-trained technicians using genuine Mitsubishi parts and accessories.
Continued Growth Across North America
The 401 Group of Companies now operates more than 46 locations across Ontario, Manitoba, and Florida, representing a broad portfolio of automotive, RV, marine, powersports brands, and hospitality brands.
The organization’s operations include:
- OEM automotive franchise dealerships representing Mitsubishi, Kia, Hyundai, Subaru, Toyota, Nissan, Volkswagen, Honda, Chrysler, Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and additional brands
- CampMart RV Superstores, one of Canada’s leading RV retail networks
- 401 Auto Financing, specializing in pre-owned vehicles and credit rebuilding solutions
- AutoMart pre-owned vehicle dealerships located in Cambridge and Kitchener as well as Auto Show in Winnipeg
- Powersports and marine operations, including Windsor Yamaha, Sudbury Yamaha, and Temagami Marine
The company continues to focus on strategic growth opportunities in both established and emerging markets while maintaining its customer-first operating philosophy.
A Commitment to Local Communities and Long-Term Partnerships
As a privately held company, the 401 Group emphasizes local investment, community involvement, and long-term customer relationships across every market it serves — in both Canada and the United States. The organization actively supports charitable initiatives, local sports organizations, and community programs throughout the regions in which it operates.
“Every dealership we acquire is ultimately about people, the employees who serve customers every day and the communities that rely on them,” added Lancaster. “We’re proud to invest in Northwest Florida, to support local jobs, and to build a business that drivers in the region can trust for years to come.”
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Fort Walton Beach Mitsubishi
350 Beal Parkway
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
850-357-8881
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