STE. GENEVIEVE — The Pettus Automotive Family has announced the closing of its Ste. Genevieve dealership at the corner of Ste. Genevieve Drive and Rozier Street.
The family released the following statement:
It is with a mix of emotions that we announce the closure of our Ste Genevieve location, effective January 30, 2024.
This decision comes in response to evolving market conditions and following recommendations from Ford Motor Company to optimize our operations. While it is incredibly hard to say goodbye to this location, we are proud to retain our exceptional team members, who will continue to shine across our other stores.
The closure of our Ste Genevieve branch, while difficult, is part of a broader strategy aimed at growth and expansion. We assure our valued employees and customers that this step is a pivot towards a more robust future for Pettus Automotive. All staff members from the Ste Genevieve location will be absorbed into our other franchise locations such as Pettus CDJR Farmington, Pettus Ford Fredericktown, Pettus Ford De Soto and Pettus CDJR De Soto, ensuring job security and continuity of our shared values and work culture.
Ste Genevieve has been more than just a location for our business; it has been a home that reflected the extraordinary spirit of its community. We have been inspired by the values, positivity, and camaraderie that characterize this wonderful small town.
This essence, embodied by our team, will undoubtedly enrich our other locations.
To our esteemed customers of Ste Genevieve: serving you has been a privilege. Every interaction, whether in automotive service or sales, has been a source of pride and pleasure for us. We want to reassure you that your needs will continue to be met through our mobile services and at our other locations. Your warranties remain valid, and our commitment to your satisfaction is unwavering.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our customers, our dedicated team, and the Ste Genevieve community for their unwavering loyalty and support over the years. This is not a farewell, but a transition to a new chapter in our journey.
As we move into 2024 and beyond, Pettus Automotive is excited about building and bettering our services and offerings. We remain steadfast in our commitment to not just what is best for our business, but foremost, what is best for our employees and customers.
Thank you for being an integral part of our story. We look forward to continuing our journey with you.
Sincerely,
The Pettus Automotive Family.