Pohanka Automotive Group is a privately held company located in Maryland, United States. Founded in 1919, the company specializes in automotive sales, service, and financing with franchises including Acura, Honda, Hyundai, Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Porsche, Toyota, and Volkswagen. Currently, Pohanka Automotive Group operates 17 dealership locations across the Mid-Atlantic region, employing over 1,000 people. The company was started by Henry Pohanka, who opened the first dealership in Washington, D.C. Since then, the business has remained a family enterprise with Henry’s sons and grandsons playing active roles in the company’s management. Throughout its history, the company has received numerous accolades, including recognition from Automotive News as “The Best Dealership Group To Work For” and “Top 100 Dealer Groups in the United States.” Aside from its dealership activities, Pohanka Automotive Group is also involved in philanthropic initiatives. In 2009, the Pohanka Pays It Forward Program was launched to provide funding to local charitable organizations in the areas where the dealerships are located. Additionally, the company established the Pohanka Scholarship in 2014 to support students pursuing higher education in the automotive field. With its long-standing history, multiple franchises, and a commitment to charitable giving, the Pohanka Automotive Group has solidified its reputation as a leader in the automotive industry.