Sector: Consumer Discretionary|Industry: Auto & Truck Dealerships|Market Cap: $12.29B|Employees: 29.8K
CarMax, Inc. is the nation's largest retailer of used vehicles, operating through an omni-channel platform that allows customers to buy cars online, in-store, or a combination of both. The company also operates wholesale vehicle auctions and provides financing through its CarMax Auto Finance segment. CarMax has a broad geographic presence across the U.S., leveraging its scale and technology to provide a customer-friendly car buying experience.
CarMax, Inc. is the largest retailer of used cars in the United States, operating through an omni-channel platform that allows customers to purchase vehicles online, in-store, or through an integrated combination of both. The company also operates wholesale vehicle auctions and provides financing through CarMax Auto Finance (CAF). CarMax's core business model focuses on offering a broad selection of quality used vehicles at competitive, no-haggle prices. The company's competitive advantages include its customer-friendly sales process, broad selection of vehicles, proprietary information systems, and financing options. CarMax operates in 109 U.S. television markets.
Key leaders have extensive experience in their respective fields, with Mr. Nash having been with CarMax since 1997 and Ms. Cafritz since 2003. Mr. Lyski joined CarMax in 2014, Mr. Mayor-Mora in 2011, Mr. Mohammad in 2012, Mr. Wilson in 1995, Mr. Daniels in 2008 and Mr. Newberry in 2004.
CarMax offers a variety of products and services related to used vehicles:
CarMax operates through two reportable segments:
The financial results related to the Edmunds business are included in the consolidated financial statements but do not meet the definition of a reportable segment.
CarMax's strategy focuses on enhancing its omni-channel platform, opening new stores, and growing sales. Key initiatives include:
The company aims to drive profitable market share gains and create shareholder value through its diversified business model and omni-channel experience. CarMax is also focused on improving operational efficiencies and aligning expenses with sales.
CarMax operates in the highly competitive U.S. used car market, facing competition from franchised dealers, online platforms, independent dealers, and private parties. The company estimates it sold approximately 3.7% of the age 0- to 10-year old vehicles sold on a nationwide basis in calendar 2023. Key market trends include the increasing adoption of online platforms and the growing consumer preference for digital car shopping experiences. The company's competitive advantages include its no-haggle pricing, customer-friendly sales process, broad selection of vehicles, and proprietary information systems.
(Generated from latest 10-K filing)