Grieger Motor Sales Joins the Garber Automotive Group
- By: Garber Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Valparaiso
- Last Updated: May 5, 2026
The Garber Automotive Group announced today the acquisition of Grieger Motor Sales in Valparaiso, Indiana. Effective Monday, May 4th, Grieger Motor Sales will become Garber Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Valparaiso. This will be the 26th franchised new car dealership to join the Garber family and the second Garber location in Indiana.
“We are incredibly honored to welcome Grieger Motor Sales into the Garber Automotive family,” said Richard J. Garber, President of Garber Management Group. “For more than 60 years, Grieger Motors has been a trusted part of the Northwest Indiana community. That kind of legacy is built on honesty, transparency, and treating people the right way, values that deeply resonate with who we are at Garber. We have tremendous respect for Dave Rodgers and for the exceptional team they have built — the very same team that will continue leading the dealership forward.”
“For over 60 years, we have served this fantastic community and they have supported us in turn,” said Dave Rodgers, owner of Grieger Motor Sales. “ Garber’s values and reputation perfectly align with Grieger’s mission of always doing right by our customers, employees, and community, so I feel confident passing the torch to them.”
Brad Hallal will remain as the General Manager of Garber Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Valparaiso. He has been with Grieger Motor Sales for over 20 years and has served as their General Manager since 2018.
“I’m excited to work alongside Dick Garber and the rest of the Garber organization to continue the Grieger Motors legacy,” said Hallal. “The name may be changing, but the staff you know and trust remains the same. We will continue to support the Valpo community with the same exceptional service you’ve come to expect from us.”
Garber Automotive Group has been family owned and operated since 1907 and is based out of Saginaw, Michigan. Garber Management Group is the umbrella organization for 26 new-car dealerships representing 17 franchises across six states.
The Garber organization also includes Gateway Financial Solutions, one of the nation’s largest used-car lenders, and Rightway Automotive, a used-vehicle retailer with over 50 locations across the country. They are also owners of the Saginaw Spirit, an OHL hockey team and 2024 Memorial Cup Champions.
Garber Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Valparaiso will continue to serve the Valparaiso community at 1756 W US Hwy 30, Valparaiso, IN 46385.
