Group 1 Automotive announced that the Baron Collision Center of Kansas City is now operating as Group 1 Collision Shawnee Mission, effective June 4, 2026, as part of a nationwide brand-alignment initiative. The rebrand does not change ownership, staffing, repair capabilities, or daily operations at the facility, which continues to serve Merriam, Overland Park, Shawnee Mission, and the greater Kansas City area from 6231 Mastin Street in Merriam. The center joins Group 1's network of 32 collision centers under a unified brand, while maintaining the same local relationships and repair team. Group 1 Automotive owns and operates 251 dealerships, 312 franchises, and 32 collision centers across the U.S. and U.K.
Group 1 Automotive IncRebranding of a collision center with no change in operations, ownership, or financial impact.