Dealer Group
Hudson Auto Group
Hudson Auto Group runs 61 locations in 7 states and earns a CarEdge transparency grade of B (89/100) from 494 verified out-the-door quotes.
- Average doc fee
- $735
- Dealer add-ons
- On 17% of quotes
- CarEdge Certified
- 1 store
- Top-graded store
- Johnson City Ford (A)
Verified quotes since 2025
Score Breakdown
Grade Distribution
Across 56 rated locations
84% of locations earned a B or better.
Key Insights
Transparency Score
Scores 89/100, 2.3 points above the national average of 86.7/100.
Add-on Frequency
17% of transactions include an add-on, 0% less often than the national average of 17%.
Listing-to-OTD Gap
Prices run -0.9% above listing on average, better than the national average of 247.1%.
Top performers in this group
Locations with D or below: 6 — Stonecrest Honda, Hudson Nissan of Charleston, Mercedes-Benz Van Center, +3 more
CarEdge Certified dealers in Hudson Auto Group
These dealers guarantee an all-in out-the-door price up front and no surprise add-ons.
The grade behind the badge is earned, never bought. Certification never changes a dealer's grade or ranking.
All locations
| Dealer | Location | Grade | Score | Quotes | Brand | Doc Fee | Add-on Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Star Toyota of Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge, LA | A | 100 | 1 | Toyo | $436 | 0% |
| All Star Kia East | Denham Springs, LA | A | 100 | 2 | Kia | $431 | 0% |
| All Star Nissan | Denham Springs, LA | A | 100 | 3 | Niss | $436 | 0% |
| Johnson City Ford | Johnson City, TN | A | 100 | 4 | Ford | $699 | 0% |
| Mercedes-Benz of West Chester | West Chester Township, OH | A | 100 | 1 | Mercedes | $398 | 0% |
| Wyatt Johnson GMC | Clarksville, TN | A | 98 | 2 | GMC | $768 | 0% |
| All Star Chevrolet North | Baton Rouge, LA | A | 98 | 4 | Chev | $425 | 0% |
| Honda Kingsport | Kingsport, TN | A | 97 | 32 | Hond | $799 | 0% |
| Cleveland Ford | Cleveland, TN | A | 97 | 11 | Ford | $799 | 0% |
| Wyatt Johnson Mazda | Clarksville, TN | A | 97 | 5 | Mazda | $797 | 0% |
Group locations
61 locations across Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hudson Auto Group a good place to buy a car?
Yes, by CarEdge's measure. Hudson Auto Group earns CarEdge transparency grade B (89/100) across 494 verified out-the-door quotes from 56 stores, graded 37 A, 10 B, 3 C, 4 D, 2 F. 84% of its graded stores earn an A or B. Grades vary by store, so check the specific location before you buy.
What do reviews say about Hudson Auto Group?
CarEdge reviews Hudson Auto Group on 494 verified out-the-door quotes, not star ratings. Hudson Auto Group earns CarEdge transparency grade B (89/100) across 494 verified out-the-door quotes from 56 stores, graded 37 A, 10 B, 3 C, 4 D, 2 F. Across those quotes its stores show dealer add-ons on 17% of verified quotes.
What is the doc fee at Hudson Auto Group dealerships?
Its stores average a $735 doc fee across 494 verified out-the-door quotes. It ranges from $398 at Lexus of Dayton in Centerville, OH to $999 at Hoover Toyota in Hoover, AL, partly because doc fee limits differ by state.
Do Hudson Auto Group dealerships add dealer add-ons?
CarEdge's verified quotes from Hudson Auto Group stores show dealer add-ons on 17% of verified quotes. Ask any store for an itemized out-the-door quote with all dealer add-ons removed before you visit.
Which Hudson Auto Group dealership is the best?
Johnson City Ford in Johnson City, TN is Hudson Auto Group's highest-graded store on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index: grade A (100/100) from 4 verified out-the-door quotes.
Which Hudson Auto Group dealerships are CarEdge Certified?
Honda Kingsport is CarEdge Certified. CarEdge Certified dealers hold an A grade on the CarEdge Dealer Transparency Index and guarantee four things on every deal: an all-in out-the-door price up front, no surprise add-ons, fast, real answers, and an honest, no-pressure experience. CarEdge verifies the guarantee with ongoing AI mystery shops, and a dealer that slips below an A grade loses the badge. Certification is earned from data, never bought.