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Napleton Automotive Group is driven by 3,500+ employees representing over 25 auto manufacturer brands at 49 stores, in 7 states. Our mission as a company is to provide the best possible service to our customers by keeping them safe and happy. Whether it be fixing a customer's vehicle or getting them into a new one, our team is here to help! That's why we aim to hire individuals that support our mission and share the same goals. We take pride in and value our employees, and are always looking to hire motivated professionals to join our growing team. Apply now if you want to become a part of the Napleton family.

Edward W. Napleton, opened his first automotive business in 1931 on Chicago's South Side. With a $700 loan, a strong work ethic, and a belief in common courtesy, he opened the Napleton Buick Service Station. Francis Napleton, Edward's son, was by his side to help foster the growth of the young business in its early years.

Napleton's first dealership was a DeSoto franchise, and when that brand was discontinued with little warning, Napleton quickly aligned itself with another Chrysler nameplate, Plymouth, eventually being awarded several additional franchises. Edward and Francis both believed in hard work and exceptional customer service, values that they passed down to the next generation of Napletons. Five of Francis' eight children have worked in the auto business their entire lives.

Edward F. (Ed) Napleton, Francis' son, is a third-generation auto dealer. He began his career as a kid sweeping the floors at the dealership owned by his father and grandfather. He moved up the ranks, serving as a technician, then in sales and finance, and eventually as a general manager. At just 23 years of age, Ed became the youngest car dealer in the United States when he was awarded a Pontiac dealership in Blue Island, Illinois.

Today the Ed Napleton Automotive Group operates more than 49 dealerships in 7 states. Taking pride in helping each community they live and work in, the Napleton Family name has become synonymous with excellence and teamwork. What started as a small family-owned business has blossomed into one of the most forward-thinking dealership groups in the country.

Ed owns domestic, import and high line franchises, and employs more than 3,500 people throughout Illinois, Florida, Pennsylvania, Missouri, Indiana, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. Four of Ed's five children have proudly joined him in pursuing the family business and have a hand in the company's day-to-day operations.

Awards & Recognition

Mr. Ed Napleton has received numerous awards in his automotive career from a variety of manufacturers. These awards include but are not limited to several Chrysler Five-Star Awards, Acura's Precision Team Dealer of Excellence, Hyundai's Board of Excellence and Porsche Premier Dealer. Automotive News ranked Napleton Automotive Group 17 out of 150 best dealerships for new car sales in 2019. Napleton Automotive Group was ranked the Number 1 automotive group in Illinois! In addition, we were also recognized by Pied Pier as the number one group for online responses!

Champaign Urbana School Foundation

Napleton’s Auto Park of Urbana partnered with the Champaign Urbana School Foundation in order to grant six of the best nominated teachers $1,000! The award was given to one teacher from every grade level at each district, and the winner was announced at the Teach of the Year Ceremony.

Jeeps on the Run

Napleton’s Arlington Heights Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM participates in Jeeps on the Run every year around Christmas time. Hundreds of Jeep drivers hit the road in an effort to support the Toys for Tots campaign. Jeeps on the Run takes off from Napleton's Arlington Heights Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM parking lot on a mission to supply toys to children in need.

Car Show Extravaganza

Napleton’s Oak Lawn Honda hosts an annual USO Event called the Car Show Extravaganza where people from all over the area bring in unique cars and participate in contests. All of the proceeds for this event go directly to the USO and in 2016 this event made more than $10,000.

Flint Water Drive

Napleton Automotive Group organized a water drive for the residents in Flint, Michigan. The group urged their communities to help by donating bottled water to the 100,000 people in Flint who were in the midst of a water crisis. The organizer of the event, Brian Napleton, collected over 25,000 bottles of water that were donated from Napleton employees and customers, and personally delivered them to Flint, Michigan himself.

March of Dimes

Napleton Automotive Group participates in the March of Dimes walk and sponsors this event annually. We also donate vehicles for the parade, and fly in employees from all of our dealerships to participate in the 5k!

Silver Spurs Rodeo

Napleton’s Kissimmee Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM sponsors the semi-annual Silver Spurs Rodeo in Osceola County. This event features bull riding, bareback racing, team roping and much more!

Technician Apprenticeship Program

Napleton Automotive Group offers an Apprenticeship Program to all enrolled students at local Technical universities in order to provide entry level automotive technicians with an opportunity to partner with our skilled technicians and be able to gain hands-on experience while obtaining their technical degree.

We offer free, hands-on training from our experienced Technicians, and the opportunity to learn about the dealership environment and structure. We want our newly grads to thrive in our work place, and therefore we partner with the local universities to ensure placement of their students in our dealerships.