Official announcements (8-K)

Shared financial results (Item 2.02)

New results: figures on this page will update when the full quarterly or annual report is filed.

In the company's wordsOn October 21, 2026 Lithia Motors, Inc. issued a press release announcing financial results for the third quarter of 2026. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1

Announced another event (Item 8.01)

Another event the company chose to report publicly.

In the company's wordsOn October 21, 2026, Lithia Motors, Inc. announced a $0.75 per share cash dividend, to be paid on November 20, 2026 to shareholders of record as of November 6, 2026. The information furnished in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed to be "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the " Exchange Act"), or otherwise subject to the liability of that section, and shall not be incorporated by reference into any registration statement or other document filed under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Change in its leaders or board (Item 5.02)

New leaders or board members can bring a change in strategy.

In the company's wordsOn September 25, 2026, Heidi L. O'Neill notified the Board of Directors (the "Board") of Lithia Motors, Inc. (the "Company") of her resignation as a member of the Board, effective September 25, 2026. Ms. O'Neill's resignation is for personal reasons and is not the result of any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company's operations, policies, or practices. The Company thanks Ms. O'Neill for her service and contributions to the Company during her tenure as a member of the Board.

Shared financial results (Item 2.02)

New results: figures on this page will update when the full quarterly or annual report is filed.

In the company's wordsOn July 29, 2026 Lithia Motors, Inc. issued a press release announcing financial results for the second quarter of 2026. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1

Announced another event (Item 8.01)

Another event the company chose to report publicly.

In the company's wordsOn July 29, 2026, Lithia Motors, Inc. announced a $0.70 per share cash dividend, to be paid on August 21, 2026 to shareholders of record as of August 7, 2026. The information furnished in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed to be "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the " Exchange Act"), or otherwise subject to the liability of that section, and shall not be incorporated by reference into any registration statement or other document filed under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Shared shareholder vote results (Item 5.07)

How shareholders voted on board members and proposals.

In the company's wordsOn April 30, 2026, Lithia Motors, Inc. (the “Company”) held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the “2026 Annual Meeting”). The shareholders of the Company voted on the four matters described below. With respect to all matters, each share of Common Stock is entitled to one vote. The Company’s inspector of election certified the following voting results: Proposal 1: Election of Directors DIRECTOR FOR AGAINST ABSTAIN BROKER NON-VOTES Sidney B. DeBoer 20,535,705 359,509 11,054 1,455,270 Bryan B. DeBoer 20,875,060 22,840 8,368 1,455,270 Richard J. Bailey, Jr. 20,873,706 24,113 8,449 1,455,270 Priya C. Huskins 20,741,577 157,409 7,282 1,455,270 James E. Lentz 19,512,901 …

Shared financial results (Item 2.02)

New results: figures on this page will update when the full quarterly or annual report is filed.

In the company's wordsOn April 29, 2026 Lithia Motors, Inc. issued a press release announcing financial results for the first quarter of 2026. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1

Announced another event (Item 8.01)

Another event the company chose to report publicly.

In the company's wordsOn April 29, 2026, Lithia Motors, Inc. announced a $0.57 per share cash dividend, to be paid on May 22, 2026 to shareholders of record as of May 8, 2026. The information furnished in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed to be "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the " Exchange Act"), or otherwise subject to the liability of that section, and shall not be incorporated by reference into any registration statement or other document filed under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Signed a major agreement (Item 1.01)

A major new contract can change what the company sells, spends or owes.

In the company's wordsSeventh Amendment to Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Agreement On February 27, 2026, Lithia Motors, Inc. (the “Company”) entered into a Seventh Amendment (the “Seventh Amendment”) to its Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Agreement, dated as of April 29, 2021 (including all amendments, the “Loan Agreement”) with U.S. Bank National Association as administrative agent and agent for the lenders, and each of the lenders party to the Loan Agreement, as lenders. Among other changes, the Seventh Amendment: •Extends the expiration date of the credit facility to February 27, 2031 (additionally includes 1-year extension options available annually subject to lender threshold consent …

Changed its company rules or financial year (Item 5.03)

Changes to the company's rules or the dates of its financial year.

In the company's wordsOn February 19, 2026, the Board of Directors the Company approved and adopted an amendment to the Company’s Amended and Restated Bylaws (as amended and restated, the “Bylaws”), effective as of such date. The amendment removes the upper limit on the size of the Board and provides that the exact number of directors shall be fixed from time to time by resolution of the Board. The Board set the size of the Board at 10 directors effective at, and for the purposes of the election of directors at, the Company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. The full text of the Bylaws is filed as Exhibit 3.1 hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

Change in its leaders or board (Item 5.02)

New leaders or board members can bring a change in strategy.

In the company's words(the "Company") is implementing a focused shift to align its information technology and technology teams more closely with the businesses, customers, and products they support. As part of this alignment, George Hines will transition from his role as the Company’s Senior Vice President, Chief Innovation and Technology Officer, effective as of March 1, 2026 (the “Transition Date”). Going forward, the core technology functions will now report under Tina Miller, Chief Financial Officer, and Dianna du Preez, Chief Customer Officer. To support an orderly transition, Mr. Hines will remain with the Company in a non-executive role. Mr. Hines will continue his work on the …

Shared financial results (Item 2.02)

New results: figures on this page will update when the full quarterly or annual report is filed.

In the company's wordsOn February 11, 2026 Lithia Motors, Inc. issued a press release announcing financial results for the fourth quarter of 2025. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1

Announced another event (Item 8.01)

Another event the company chose to report publicly.

In the company's wordsOn February 11, 2026, Lithia Motors, Inc. announced a $0.55 per share cash dividend, to be paid on March 20, 2026 to shareholders of record as of March 6, 2026. The information furnished in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed to be "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the " Exchange Act"), or otherwise subject to the liability of that section, and shall not be incorporated by reference into any registration statement or other document filed under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Shared financial results (Item 2.02)

New results: figures on this page will update when the full quarterly or annual report is filed.

In the company's wordsOn October 22, 2025 Lithia Motors, Inc. issued a press release announcing financial results for the third quarter of 2025. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1

Announced another event (Item 8.01)

Another event the company chose to report publicly.

In the company's wordsOn October 22, 2025, Lithia Motors, Inc. announced a $0.55 per share cash dividend, to be paid on November 21, 2025 to shareholders of record as of November 7, 2025. The information furnished in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed to be "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the " Exchange Act"), or otherwise subject to the liability of that section, and shall not be incorporated by reference into any registration statement or other document filed under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Change in its leaders or board (Item 5.02)

New leaders or board members can bring a change in strategy.

In the company's wordsOn October 1, 2025, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Lithia Motors, Inc. (the “Company”) elected each of Heidi O’Neill and Richard Bailey to fill vacancies created by the expansion of the Board from seven to nine directors, with service beginning October 1, 2025. As a non-employee director of the Company, each of Ms. O’Neill and Mr. Bailey will be compensated according to the Company’s non-employee director compensation practices. This compensation consists of an annual retainer for service on the Board in the amount of $100,000, which is paid in equal monthly installments and will be pro-rated for Ms. O’Neill’s and Mr. Bailey’s months of service in the 2025-2026 …

Signed a major agreement (Item 1.01)

A major new contract can change what the company sells, spends or owes.

In the company's wordsIndenture and 5.500% Senior Notes due 2030 On September 10, 2025, Lithia Motors, Inc. (the “Company”) completed a private offering (the “Offering”) of $600 million aggregate principal amount of its 5.500% Senior Notes due 2030 (the “Senior Notes”) that was exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The Company intends to use the net proceeds of the Offering to repay a portion of the borrowings outstanding under its revolving lines of credit. Such amounts may be reborrowed and used for general corporate purposes, including acquisitions and working capital. The Senior Notes were issued pursuant to an indenture dated as of September …

Took on a major new debt or obligation (Item 2.03)

New borrowing adds to what the company owes and the interest it pays.

In the company's wordsThe information set forth above under Item 1.01 of this Current Report on Form 8-K is incorporated by reference into this Item 2.03.

Announced another event (Item 8.01)

Another event the company chose to report publicly.

Announced another event (Item 8.01)

Another event the company chose to report publicly.

Signed a major agreement (Item 1.01)

A major new contract can change what the company sells, spends or owes.

Took on a major new debt or obligation (Item 2.03)

New borrowing adds to what the company owes and the interest it pays.

Shared financial results (Item 2.02)

New results: figures on this page will update when the full quarterly or annual report is filed.

Announced another event (Item 8.01)

Another event the company chose to report publicly.

Shared financial results (Item 2.02)

New results: figures on this page will update when the full quarterly or annual report is filed.

Shared information with investors (Item 7.01)

Information shared with investors, often a presentation or press release.

Shared shareholder vote results (Item 5.07)

How shareholders voted on board members and proposals.

Shared financial results (Item 2.02)

New results: figures on this page will update when the full quarterly or annual report is filed.

Announced another event (Item 8.01)

Another event the company chose to report publicly.

Change in its leaders or board (Item 5.02)

New leaders or board members can bring a change in strategy.

Change in its leaders or board (Item 5.02)

New leaders or board members can bring a change in strategy.

Shared financial results (Item 2.02)

New results: figures on this page will update when the full quarterly or annual report is filed.

Announced another event (Item 8.01)

Another event the company chose to report publicly.