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2025 BUSINE SS PROFILE S | HARTFORD BUSINE SS JOURNAL 11 T he Clear Automotive Group was officially formed in 2021, marking the culmina- tion of years of hard work and dedication to uniting two long-standing dealer- ship groups in the Manchester area. Our story began in 2016 when the Larabee Family, owners and operators of Manchester Honda and Manchester Powersports, acquired Carter Chevrolet, a dealer- ship proudly run by the Carter Family since 1936. e Larabees relocated the Chevrolet dealership to a brand-new, state-of-the-art fa- cility on Route 83 in Vernon in 2017, rebranding it as Vernon Chevrolet in 2021. at same year, the Larabee Family breathed new life into the former Buick dealership location at 81 Adams Street in Manchester, to relocate the Carter Body Shop team. e state- of-the art facility was rebranded as e Colli- sion Shop and continues to provide exceptional auto body repair services. In 2019, the Larabee Family expanded again, acquiring Manchester Mazda from the Carter Family. A major renovation and expansion of the dealership followed, resulting in a beauti- fully upgraded facility by 2020. e Clear Automotive Group introduced the Clear Advantage in 2021, a commitment to delivering an unmatched customer experience. In 2023, we pioneered the "One Person, One Process, One Promise" approach, emphasiz- ing simplicity, transparency and personalized service. is October, the Larabee Family proudly celebrated 60 years of serving the Manchester community. Locally owned and operated, the Clear Automotive Group represents Manchester Honda, Manchester Powersports, Vernon Chev- rolet, Manchester Mazda and e Collision Shop. Today, we are a team of over 150 dedicated employees, many of whom have been with us for decades. Together, we take immense pride in serving our customers and continuing the legacy of excellence that the Larabee Family has built. ank you for being part of our journey. Here's to driving forward together! Clear Automotive Group: A Legacy of Excellence and Community Dedication, Celebrating 60 Years of Service in Manchester Pictured from left: James Larabee, Jennifer Couture and Jonathan Larabee. ADDRESS: MANCHESTER HONDA, 24 ADAMS ST.; MANCHESTER, CT 06042 | (860) 645-3100 VERNON CHEVROLET, 175 HARTFORD TURNPIKE; VERNON, CT 06066 | (860) 646-6464 MANCHESTER MAZDA, 80 OAKLAND ST.; MANCHESTER, CT 06042 | (860) 645-4100 MANCHESTER HONDA|KTM, 30 ADAMS ST.; MANCHESTER, CT 06042 | (860) 645-3120 THE COLLISION SHOP, 81 ADAMS ST.; MANCHESTER, CT 06042 | (860) 645-4130 WEBSITE: CLEARAUTOMOTIVEGROUP.COM TOP EXECUTIVE: JONATHAN LARABEE PRODUCT OR SERVICE: AUTOMOTIVE SALES, SERVICE AND PARTS DEALERSHIP NO. OF EMPLOYEES: 164 YEAR FOUNDED: 1964