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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF NON-CASH ITEMS - USD ($) $ in Millions | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2016 | Sep. 30, 2015
Capital leases for the acquisition of promotional vehicles | $ 2.2 | $ 1.1
Net change in accrued liabilities related to intangible addition | $ 2.3 | 3.1
Purchase of treasury stock includes accounts payable |  | $ 40.7
Coca-Cola Transaction Asset Transfer Agreement | TCCC |  |
Number of shares issued for acquisition |  | 11,800,000

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