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Acquisitions and Divestitures (Details) | 3 Months Ended
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Mar. 31, 2024 franchises | Mar. 31, 2023 store
Business Acquisition [Line Items] |  |
Number of Franchises Terminated | franchises | 2 |
Dealerships |  |
Business Acquisition [Line Items] |  |
Number of businesses acquired | store |  | 1

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