Business View Civil and Municipal | March 2021

87 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL MARCH 2021 Many super successful start-up companies had their humble beginnings in somebody’s garage – and Don’s Automotive Group is a great example. In 2004, owners Don and Danielle Mendoza took a leap of faith and opened for business with a single car in a rented shop – with very little traffic. Today, through hard work and persistence, Don’s Automotive Group has become one of the prominent independent automotive dealer groups in Louisiana. Their dealership has grown to include retail locations in Broussard, Lafayette, and Breaux Bridge, a parts/service/accessories/paint and body shop, and a large accounting department. The umbrella group Don’s Automotive features multiple brands – Mendoza Ford, POSH Preowned, Legacy GMC, Auto Rentals, Don Buys, DW Accessories, DW Service Center – names well known throughout the southern Louisiana region. With a deep sense of community pride and commitment, and strong spiritual beliefs, the Mendozas share their good fortune by giving back to help others. In his personal and business life, Don operates with the philosophy: “Let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we will reap if we do not grow weary.” In that regard, he helps in causes such as the Down’s Syndrome Association and the families involved in Maddie’s Footprints, Trinity Outdoors, and more. That involvement has not gone unrecognized, as Don’s Automotive Group was recognized by the local government as a distinguished business and given the key to the City of Lafayette. Don’s Automotive is a popular, go-to destination for consumers looking for big jacked up trucks, and they offer a wide selection of vehicles in newer makes and models. The dealership’s nationwide buying power let’s them find just the right vehicle for you. And they are experts at customizing your ride. Paying skilled attention to detail, Don’s performs a certified 172 point inspection on each vehicle and will customize it with anything from wheels, tires, tint, lifts, etc. before considering it lot ready. They’ve even done custom builds for customers through their accessories department and body shops. Don’t Automotive truly takes pride in their outstanding inventory and unparalleled customer service. It’s what makes their brand the best in the biz. ...... For more information, please visit our website www.DwAutomotiveGroup.com