General Info

Gulf States Toyota distributes automobiles, parts and accessories for Toyota and Lexus in the United States. The company also distributes trucks and sports utility vehicles. It was founded in 1969 and is privately held by The Friedkin Companies. The company is also supported by Friedkin Business Services, which is a shared services center that provides process support to the other Friedkin companies, and Friedkin Information Technology, which provides information technology support, such as database administration, desktop services, product development and research. Gulf States offers a Web site package to dealers as a part of its e-commerce initiatives. Gulf States Financial Services markets vehicle service and maintenance programs and offers training programs and consulting services to automobile dealers. It is headquartered in Houston and has a presence in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Oklahoma.