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Business Combinations (Narrative) (Details) | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2022 dealership
TEAM Truck Centres | Retail Commercial Truck Dealership |
Business Acquisition [Line Items] |
Number of full service dealerships acquired | 4

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