Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: ABG) (Asbury) one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., is proud to announce that Asbury President and CEO, David Hult, will kick off this year’s Automotive News Congress in Detroit as a keynote speaker.

“We enjoy sharing ideas and discussing the automotive industry so that, together, we can continue to grow and be better dealers,” said David. “I look forward to speaking at the Automotive News Congress and connecting with our OEM partners, distributors, and peers. Thank you to KC and the Automotive News team for this opportunity.”

“Dealership groups are at the center of the industry’s transformation, and Asbury brings a unique perspective through its impressive growth and recent acquisitions,” said KC Crain, CEO of Crain Communications and Publisher of Automotive News. “We’re honored to have David Hult open this year’s Congress as our keynote speaker. His experience leading growth and integration will resonate well beyond retail and offer valuable lessons for the entire industry.”

Automotive News Congress 2025 will be held September 10–11 in Detroit. This year’s program also features Mary Barra, Chair and CEO of GM, and Euisun Chung, Executive Chair of Hyundai Motor Company, plus more than two dozen other senior leaders from across the automotive value chain.

Beyond the stage, the event includes immersive tours at GM’s Global Technical Center, along with a dinner recognizing the Automotive News Rising Stars and the annual All-Stars Awards honoring the most influential leaders shaping the business today.