Awards

Cars.com Dealer of the Year – Buick

James Wood Buick was named the 2026 Cars.com Dealer of the Year for Buick, one of the most respected customer-driven awards in the automotive industry.

This recognition is based entirely on verified customer reviews and dealership reputation scores submitted by real buyers. Receiving this award demonstrates that customers consistently rate James Wood Buick among the nation's best dealerships for customer experience.

Cars.com Dealer of the Year – GMC

James Wood GMC earned the 2026 Cars.com Dealer of the Year Award for delivering an exceptional buying experience to GMC customers throughout North Texas.

Cars.com awards are determined solely by verified customer reviews, making this one of the industry's most trusted recognitions for dealership excellence.

Cars.com Consumer Satisfaction Award

James Wood Motors also received the 2026 Cars.com Consumer Satisfaction Award, recognizing dealerships that consistently exceed customer expectations.

This award reflects outstanding experiences throughout every department—from sales and finance to service—and highlights the dealership's commitment to delivering exceptional customer care.

2026 Chevrolet Elite Leaders Award

James Wood Chevrolet earned the prestigious 2026 Chevrolet Elite Leaders Award, an honor reserved for only a select group of Chevrolet dealerships across the United States.

Recipients are chosen based on outstanding performance in several key areas, including new Chevrolet sales volume, year-over-year sales growth, and dealership product knowledge. Consistently earning Elite Leaders recognition requires continued growth while maintaining excellence across every performance category.

James Wood Chevrolet achieved this distinction from its single dealership location in Decatur, Texas, serving Wise County while competing against dealerships in much larger metropolitan markets. The award reflects the dedication of the entire team and the dealership's ongoing commitment to exceptional customer service and Chevrolet excellence.

GM Dealer Excellence Award – South Central Region (Q3)

General Motors recognized James Wood Motors for outstanding Parts and Service Excellence during the third quarter of 2025.

This award recognizes dealerships that consistently deliver exceptional service, technical expertise, and customer satisfaction throughout their service and parts departments.

GM Dealer Excellence Award – South Central Region (Q4)

James Wood Motors followed its third-quarter recognition by earning a second consecutive GM Dealer Excellence Award in the fourth quarter of 2025.

Receiving back-to-back quarterly awards reflects the dealership's continued commitment to outstanding service and customer care.

2025 Buick Mark of Excellence

James Wood Buick earned General Motors' prestigious Mark of Excellence Award for outstanding dealership performance.

This recognition reflects excellence in customer satisfaction, sales performance, and overall dealership operations while meeting GM's highest retail standards.

GM Envolve Business Elite Dealer

James Wood Chevrolet was recognized as a GM Envolve Business Elite Dealer in 2025 for excellence in serving commercial customers, fleet operators, and business owners.

This designation highlights expertise in commercial trucks, fleet solutions, and business vehicle support.

CARFAX Lifetime Top-Rated Dealer

James Wood Motors continued its Lifetime Top-Rated Dealer status from CARFAX in 2025.

This distinction recognizes dealerships that consistently receive exceptional customer reviews over multiple years, demonstrating long-term excellence rather than one-time success.

Edmunds Five-Star Dealer

James Wood Motors earned Edmunds Five-Star Dealer status in 2025 based on verified customer reviews and consistently high satisfaction ratings.

This award recognizes dealerships that deliver an exceptional purchasing experience from start to finish.

James Wood Motors Day

The City of Decatur officially proclaimed James Wood Motors Day in 2025, recognizing nearly five decades of community involvement and dedication to the people of North Texas.

Wise County Messenger Reader's Choice

James Wood Motors was once again voted the Best Place to Buy a New and Used Vehicle by readers of the Wise County Messenger.

This long-running community award reflects the trust and loyalty of customers throughout Wise County and North Texas.

2025 Chevrolet Mark of Excellence Award

James Wood Chevrolet earned the prestigious 2025 Chevrolet Mark of Excellence Award, recognizing outstanding performance in both customer sales and service satisfaction.

General Motors determines this honor using customer satisfaction surveys completed after both vehicle purchases and service visits. Sales and service are evaluated independently, meaning dealerships must consistently deliver exceptional experiences throughout the entire ownership journey—not just at the time of sale.

For a dealership serving a close-knit community like Wise County, these relationships often span many years as customers return for routine maintenance and future vehicle purchases. The 2025 Mark of Excellence Award reflects a full year of consistently positive customer feedback and James Wood Chevrolet's ongoing commitment to delivering outstanding service before, during, and long after every sale.

CarGurus Top Rated Dealer

James Wood Motors earned the 2024 CarGurus Top Rated Dealer Award for the second consecutive year, recognizing exceptional customer satisfaction and consistently positive buyer reviews.

CarGurus honors dealerships that provide outstanding customer experiences and maintain high ratings from verified shoppers throughout the year.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood GMC

James Wood GMC received General Motors' prestigious Mark of Excellence Award in 2024 for delivering outstanding customer satisfaction, sales performance, and dealership excellence.

This recognition reflects the dealership's commitment to providing an exceptional ownership experience for GMC truck and SUV customers throughout North Texas.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood Buick

James Wood Buick earned the 2024 GM Mark of Excellence Award, recognizing superior customer satisfaction and dealership performance.

General Motors presents this award to dealerships that consistently meet the highest standards for customer experience and brand representation.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood Chevrolet

James Wood Chevrolet also earned the 2024 GM Mark of Excellence Award, completing an impressive achievement with all three GM franchises receiving the manufacturer's highest dealership recognition in the same year.

This accomplishment demonstrates James Wood Motors' dedication to delivering exceptional service across Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC.

CARFAX Lifetime Top-Rated Dealer

James Wood Motors continued its CARFAX Lifetime Top-Rated Dealer status in 2024, demonstrating long-term excellence in customer satisfaction.

This recognition is reserved for dealerships that consistently receive outstanding reviews over multiple years from verified vehicle buyers.

Edmunds Five-Star Dealer

James Wood Motors maintained its Edmunds Five-Star Dealer status in 2024 through consistently outstanding customer reviews and exceptional buying experiences.

Edmunds recognizes dealerships that maintain the highest customer satisfaction ratings based on verified purchaser feedback.

GM Mark of Excellence – GMC Business Elite

The James Wood Commercial Center earned the 2024 GM Mark of Excellence GMC Business Elite Award for exceptional performance serving commercial vehicle, fleet, and business customers.

This designation recognizes dealerships with specialized expertise in commercial trucks, fleet sales, and business transportation solutions.

GM Dealer Excellence Award – South Central Region (Q4)

James Wood Motors earned the GM Dealer Excellence Award for the South Central Region during the fourth quarter of 2024.

This award recognizes dealerships that demonstrate outstanding operational performance, customer satisfaction, and measurable results across one of General Motors' most competitive regions.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood GMC

James Wood GMC earned the prestigious 2023 GM Mark of Excellence Award, recognizing outstanding customer satisfaction, dealership performance, and overall excellence.

This award reflects General Motors' highest standards for dealership operations and highlights James Wood GMC's continued commitment to delivering an exceptional ownership experience.

GM Business Elite Mark of Excellence – James Wood Commercial Center

The James Wood Commercial Center received the 2023 GM Business Elite Mark of Excellence Award for outstanding service to commercial vehicle, fleet, and business customers.

This recognition honors dealerships with specialized expertise in commercial trucks, fleet management, and business transportation solutions.

CARFAX Lifetime Top-Rated Dealer

James Wood Motors maintained its CARFAX Lifetime Top-Rated Dealer status in 2023, recognizing years of exceptional customer satisfaction and verified buyer reviews.

Lifetime Top-Rated status is reserved for dealerships that consistently earn outstanding customer feedback over an extended period of time.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood Chevrolet

James Wood Chevrolet earned the 2023 GM Mark of Excellence Award, recognizing exceptional customer satisfaction and consistent dealership performance.

As the dealership group's highest-volume franchise, this award reflects the team's ability to deliver outstanding customer experiences across a large number of vehicle sales.

Decatur Police Department Community Excellence Award

James Wood Motors received the Community Excellence Award from the Decatur Police Department in recognition of its continued support and positive impact within the local community.

This honor reflects the dealership's dedication to serving not only its customers, but also the organizations and residents that make Decatur a great place to live and work.

Wise County Messenger Reader's Choice – Best Place to Buy a New Car

James Wood Motors was voted Best Place to Buy a New Car by readers of the Wise County Messenger in 2023.

This community-driven recognition highlights the trust local customers place in James Wood Motors for providing exceptional service and a transparent buying experience.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood GMC

James Wood GMC earned the prestigious 2022 GM Mark of Excellence Award, recognizing outstanding performance in customer satisfaction, dealership operations, and overall excellence.

Presented by General Motors, this award honors dealerships that consistently exceed expectations while delivering exceptional experiences for GMC customers throughout North Texas.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood Buick

James Wood Buick received the 2022 GM Mark of Excellence Award, one of General Motors' highest dealership honors.

The award recognizes exceptional customer satisfaction, dealership performance, and a commitment to providing a premium ownership experience for Buick customers across North Texas.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood Chevrolet

James Wood Chevrolet earned the 2022 GM Mark of Excellence Award, recognizing excellence in customer satisfaction and dealership performance.

This prestigious award reflects the team's dedication to providing exceptional service while helping customers find the perfect Chevrolet vehicle with confidence.

Edmunds Five-Star Dealer

James Wood Motors was recognized as an Edmunds Five-Star Dealer in 2022, based on verified customer reviews and consistently outstanding satisfaction ratings.

Edmunds honors dealerships that deliver exceptional customer experiences throughout the buying process, making this one of the industry's most respected consumer-driven recognitions.

Edmunds Five-Star Dealer

James Wood Motors earned Edmunds Five-Star Dealer recognition in 2021 by maintaining outstanding customer satisfaction during one of the most difficult years the automotive industry had experienced.

Based entirely on verified customer reviews, this prestigious designation reflects the dealership's commitment to providing exceptional service despite industry-wide inventory shortages and supply chain challenges.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood GMC

James Wood GMC received the 2021 GM Mark of Excellence Award, recognizing outstanding customer satisfaction and dealership performance.

This prestigious General Motors award honors dealerships that consistently deliver exceptional experiences while meeting the manufacturer's highest standards for sales and customer care.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood Chevrolet

James Wood Chevrolet earned the 2021 GM Mark of Excellence Award, recognizing exceptional customer satisfaction and operational excellence throughout the Chevrolet franchise.

Even during a year marked by unprecedented inventory shortages, the dealership maintained the high standards expected of General Motors' top-performing retailers.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood Buick

James Wood Buick completed a remarkable achievement by earning the 2021 GM Mark of Excellence Award, giving all three James Wood GM franchises manufacturer recognition in the same year.

The award recognizes dealerships that consistently exceed expectations in customer satisfaction, sales performance, and overall dealership excellence.

Wise County Messenger Reader's Choice – Best Place to Buy a New Vehicle

Readers of the Wise County Messenger voted James Wood Motors the Best Place to Buy a New Vehicle in 2021.

Receiving this community honor during one of the most competitive and inventory-constrained years in automotive history reflects the trust local customers place in James Wood Motors.

Wise County Messenger Reader's Choice – Best Place to Buy a Used Vehicle

James Wood Motors was also voted Best Place to Buy a Used Vehicle by Wise County Messenger readers in 2021.

Winning both the new and used vehicle categories in the same year demonstrates the dealership's commitment to providing outstanding value, selection, and customer service across every department.

Decatur Police Department Partnership in Excellence Award

The Decatur Police Department honored James Wood Motors with its Partnership in Excellence Award in recognition of the dealership's ongoing commitment to supporting the local community and public safety initiatives.

This community recognition highlights the strong relationship James Wood Motors has built with local organizations and its dedication to making a positive impact beyond the automotive industry.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood Buick

James Wood Buick earned the 2020 GM Mark of Excellence Award, recognizing exceptional customer satisfaction and dealership performance during one of the most difficult years the automotive industry has faced.

Even through unprecedented challenges, the James Wood Buick team continued delivering the outstanding buying and ownership experience that General Motors expects from its highest-performing dealerships.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood Chevrolet

James Wood Chevrolet received the 2020 GM Mark of Excellence Award, honoring excellence in customer satisfaction, sales performance, and dealership operations.

This prestigious recognition reflects the Chevrolet team's continued commitment to providing exceptional service while helping customers navigate an unprecedented year.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood GMC

James Wood GMC completed an impressive achievement by earning the 2020 GM Mark of Excellence Award, giving all three James Wood GM franchises General Motors' highest dealership recognition in the same year.

The award recognizes dealerships that consistently exceed expectations for customer care, dealership performance, and overall operational excellence.

United Way of Wise County Silver Award

James Wood Motors received the United Way of Wise County Silver Award in recognition of its financial support and commitment to improving the lives of individuals and families throughout Wise County.

This award reflects the dealership's dedication to strengthening the local community through charitable giving and active participation in programs that support education, health, and financial stability.

National Corvette Museum Memorial Brick – James F. Wood

In 2020, the National Corvette Museum honored James F. Wood with a permanent memorial brick in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

This lasting tribute recognizes Mr. Wood's passion for Chevrolet, the Corvette legacy, and his significant contributions to the automotive industry. Special thanks to the North Texas Corvette Club for honoring his legacy with this meaningful recognition.

Jacksboro Chamber of Commerce – Business of the Year

The Jacksboro Chamber of Commerce named James Wood Motors its 2020 Business of the Year, recognizing the dealership's positive economic impact, community leadership, and dedication to serving customers throughout North Texas.

This honor reflects the dealership's reputation as a trusted business partner, employer, and community supporter whose commitment extends well beyond the showroom.

Decatur Chamber of Commerce Large Business Award

The Decatur Chamber of Commerce recognized James Wood Motors with its 2019 Large Business Award.

This recognition reflects the dealership's longstanding contribution to the Decatur business community, including its economic impact, employment, community leadership, and continued investment in the area.

After decades of serving Decatur and Wise County, James Wood Motors remained an important part of the local business community and continued to support organizations and initiatives throughout North Texas.

Decatur Education Foundation – Friends of Foundation Award

James and Shirley Wood were honored with the Friends of Foundation Award by the Decatur Education Foundation in 2019.

The award recognizes their continued support of education and their commitment to helping provide opportunities for students and families throughout the Decatur community.

Their recognition reflects the Wood family's long-standing belief in supporting education and investing in the future of the communities they serve.

Mark of Excellence Chevrolet Genuine Leader – James Wood Chevrolet

James Wood Chevrolet earned the prestigious Mark of Excellence Chevrolet Genuine Leader distinction from General Motors in 2019.

The Genuine Leader program goes beyond the standard Mark of Excellence threshold. It recognizes Chevrolet dealerships that demonstrate exceptional customer satisfaction while maintaining the practices and processes Chevrolet considers a benchmark for the brand.

The 2019 recognition continued James Wood Chevrolet's long history of manufacturer recognition and reflected the dealership's ability to maintain a consistently high level of performance in Decatur.

Mark of Excellence GMC Select Leader – James Wood GMC

James Wood GMC received the GM Mark of Excellence Select Leader designation in 2019.

The Select Leader recognition identifies GMC dealerships operating at the front of the brand's retail standards across sales performance and customer experience.

This recognition goes beyond the base Mark of Excellence criteria, identifying dealerships whose scores, processes, and overall representation of the GMC brand place them among the leaders within the General Motors dealer network.

Mark of Excellence Buick – James Wood Buick GMC

James Wood Buick GMC received the General Motors Mark of Excellence Award for the Buick franchise in 2019.

The Mark of Excellence recognizes dealership performance based on customer satisfaction and General Motors' established standards for sales and dealership operations.

The 2019 award continued a long-running record of manufacturer recognition for James Wood Buick GMC and reflected the team's commitment to delivering the experience Buick customers expect.

Wise County Messenger Reader's Choice – Best Place to Buy a New Vehicle

James Wood Motors was voted Best Place to Buy a New Vehicle by readers of the Wise County Messenger in 2018.

This community-driven recognition reflects the trust local customers placed in James Wood Motors for providing outstanding customer service, an exceptional selection of vehicles, and a transparent buying experience.

Mark of Excellence Chevrolet Genuine Leader – James Wood Chevrolet

James Wood Chevrolet earned the prestigious Mark of Excellence Chevrolet Genuine Leader recognition from General Motors in 2018.

This distinction is awarded to Chevrolet dealerships that consistently deliver exceptional customer satisfaction while demonstrating operational excellence and leadership within the Chevrolet dealer network.

DATCU Credit Union Premium Platinum Dealer

James Wood Motors was recognized as a DATCU Credit Union Premium Platinum Dealer in 2018, placing the dealership among the highest-rated partners in DATCU's dealer network.

This designation recognizes dealerships that consistently provide outstanding financing experiences, exceptional customer service, and a seamless purchasing process for DATCU members throughout North Texas.

Decatur Chamber of Commerce Large Business Award

James Wood Motors received the Decatur Chamber of Commerce Large Business Award for a second time in 2017.

The recognition reinforced the dealership group's position as one of the significant employers and economic contributors in Wise County, Texas.

Receiving the award again reflected James Wood Motors' sustained involvement in the business and charitable life of Decatur and the surrounding community.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood Chevrolet

James Wood Chevrolet earned the GM Mark of Excellence Award in 2017, continuing the Chevrolet franchise's long run of manufacturer recognition in Decatur, Texas.

The Mark of Excellence recognizes dealerships that achieve strong performance across General Motors' standards for customer satisfaction and dealership operations.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood Buick

James Wood Buick received the GM Mark of Excellence Award in 2017.

The recognition reflects the Buick team's ability to meet General Motors' customer satisfaction and dealership performance standards.

The award continued a long history of recognition for the James Wood Buick operation and its commitment to providing an exceptional customer experience.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood GMC

James Wood GMC earned the GM Mark of Excellence Award in 2017, keeping all three of the James Wood group's GM franchises in recognized status simultaneously.

The award recognizes GMC dealership performance and customer satisfaction measured against General Motors' standards for its dealer network.

Mark of Excellence Chevrolet Genuine Leader – James Wood Chevrolet Buick GMC

General Motors awarded James Wood Chevrolet Buick GMC the Mark of Excellence Chevrolet Genuine Leader recognition in 2017.

The Genuine Leader designation extended the dealership's top-tier Chevrolet recognition into another year alongside its standard Mark of Excellence recognition.

By 2017, James Wood had maintained various General Motors performance designations across multiple franchises for well over a decade, demonstrating the dealership's ability to sustain a high level of customer focus and operational performance through changing market conditions.

Chevrolet Dealer of the Year

James Wood Chevrolet was named Chevrolet Dealer of the Year in 2016, one of the most prestigious single-brand honors a Chevrolet dealership can receive.

The Dealer of the Year recognition evaluates dealerships across the full range of what it means to operate a world-class franchise, including sales performance, customer satisfaction, service quality, and overall representation of the Chevrolet brand.

Earning this recognition in Decatur, Texas placed James Wood Chevrolet among the highest-performing Chevrolet dealerships in the country.

Mark of Excellence Chevrolet Genuine Leader – James Wood Chevrolet

James Wood Chevrolet received the Mark of Excellence Chevrolet Genuine Leader recognition from General Motors in 2016.

The recognition was especially significant because the dealership was also named Chevrolet Dealer of the Year during the same calendar year.

The Genuine Leader designation recognized James Wood Chevrolet for operating at a level General Motors held up as a model for other Chevrolet dealerships.

Edmunds Five-Star Dealer

James Wood Motors earned Edmunds Five-Star Dealer recognition in 2016, placing the dealership among a select group of highly rated dealerships nationwide.

To qualify, James Wood Motors had to earn an overall five-star rating based on a minimum of 20 verified reviews while maintaining at least a 4.5-star average over the previous two years.

In 2016, only 817 dealerships nationwide qualified for the Edmunds Five-Star Dealer recognition, placing James Wood Motors among less than one percent of dealerships in the country.

Wise County Messenger Reader's Choice – Best Place to Buy a Truck

Wise County Messenger readers selected James Wood Motors as the Best Place to Buy a Truck in 2016.

The award marked back-to-back recognition from local readers, demonstrating continued support from customers throughout Wise County.

The repeat Reader's Choice recognition reflected the dealership's strong reputation among local truck buyers and the trust customers placed in James Wood Motors.

Wise County Messenger Reader's Choice – Best Place to Buy a Car

For the second straight year, Wise County Messenger readers selected James Wood Motors as the Best Place to Buy a Car in Wise County in 2016.

Winning both the truck and car Reader's Choice categories demonstrated that James Wood Motors' reputation extended across different types of vehicle buyers and was rooted in the overall customer experience.

The back-to-back recognition from local readers highlighted the dealership's continued standing as a trusted automotive retailer in the Wise County community.

Mark of Excellence Chevrolet Genuine Leader – James Wood Chevrolet Buick GMC

James Wood Chevrolet Buick GMC received the Mark of Excellence Chevrolet Genuine Leader award from General Motors in 2015.

The recognition covered all three GM franchises operating under the James Wood name in Decatur, Texas: Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC.

The award reflected the strength of the James Wood operation as a unified group, with a consistent focus on customer experience, dealership performance, and General Motors' standards across all three brands.

Denton Distinguished Citizen Award – James F. Wood

The City of Denton honored James F. Wood with its Distinguished Citizen Award in 2015.

The recognition honored James F. Wood's contributions to the broader North Texas community and his impact beyond Wise County.

The award reflected the breadth of the Wood family's investment in North Texas and the lasting impact of James Wood's business and community involvement.

City of Denton Proclaims James F. Wood Day – April 17, 2015

On April 17, 2015, the City of Denton officially proclaimed the date James F. Wood Day.

The formal municipal proclamation recognized James F. Wood's longstanding presence, generosity, and contributions to the North Texas community.

The proclamation represented recognition from civic leaders of the broader impact James F. Wood had made throughout North Texas through his business and community involvement.

Wise County Messenger Reader's Choice – Best Place to Buy a Truck

Wise County Messenger readers voted James Wood Motors the Best Place to Buy a Truck in Wise County in 2015.

The award was based on the votes of local residents who read the Wise County Messenger and purchased vehicles in the local market.

The recognition demonstrated the strong reputation James Wood Motors had built among truck buyers throughout Wise County.

Wise County Messenger Reader's Choice – Best Place to Buy a Car

In the same 2015 Wise County Messenger Reader's Choice vote, readers selected James Wood Motors as the Best Place to Buy a Car in Wise County.

Winning both the truck and car categories demonstrated that James Wood Motors' reputation extended across different types of vehicle buyers throughout the community.

The recognition reflected the trust local residents placed in James Wood Motors when recommending where friends, neighbors, and family members should purchase their next vehicle.

Mark of Excellence Chevrolet Genuine Leader – James Wood Motors, Inc.

General Motors presented James Wood Motors with the Mark of Excellence Chevrolet Genuine Leader award in 2014.

The Genuine Leader distinction placed the dealership within GM's most selective performance category for the Chevrolet brand, recognizing performance beyond the standard Mark of Excellence requirements.

By 2014, James Wood Motors had earned General Motors recognition for more than two decades. The Genuine Leader designation reflected the dealership's ability to maintain exceptional standards while competing with larger urban and suburban dealerships.

25-Year General Motors Dealer Recognition – James F. Wood Jr.

In 2014, General Motors formally recognized James F. Wood Jr. for 25 years as a General Motors dealer.

The milestone marked a quarter-century of representing Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC in Decatur, Texas.

This recognition celebrated more than a single year's performance. It represented 25 years of consistency, community presence, and commitment to the General Motors dealer network.

Customers who purchased and serviced their vehicles at James Wood Motors throughout those decades became part of that long-standing history.

United Way of Wise County Gold Award

James Wood Motors received the United Way of Wise County Gold Award in 2014.

The Gold Award represented the highest tier of United Way recognition and acknowledged the dealership group's financial contributions and volunteer engagement with United Way programs throughout Wise County.

Gold-level recognition was reserved for contributors whose investment in the United Way's mission ranked among the most significant in the community.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood GMC

James Wood GMC earned the General Motors Mark of Excellence Award in 2013.

The recognition placed the GMC franchise at James Wood Motors among the dealerships recognized by General Motors for strong annual performance and customer satisfaction.

The award represented another year of manufacturer recognition for the James Wood GMC team and its commitment to providing GMC customers in Wise County with a high level of service and product knowledge.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood Buick

James Wood Buick received the General Motors Mark of Excellence Award in 2013.

The award continued the Buick franchise's track record of General Motors recognition in Decatur, Texas.

The recognition reflected the Buick team's ability to deliver the customer experience and performance standards expected by General Motors while serving customers throughout Wise County and North Texas.

GM Mark of Excellence Award – James Wood Chevrolet

James Wood Chevrolet earned another General Motors Mark of Excellence Award in 2013.

The Chevrolet franchise's recognition completed a remarkable year in which all three James Wood Motors GM franchises earned Mark of Excellence recognition simultaneously.

With Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC all reaching GM's recognized performance threshold in the same year, 2013 represented a significant achievement for the entire James Wood Motors team.

Decatur Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year – Roy Young

The Decatur Chamber of Commerce recognized Roy Young as its Citizen of the Year for 2012, the highest individual honor bestowed by the Chamber on a member of the Decatur community.

Citizen of the Year is not awarded simply for a person's job title or business success. The honor recognizes an individual whom the Chamber's membership identifies as having made a meaningful personal contribution to the life of Decatur.

Roy Young's selection for a second consecutive year placed him in rare company in the history of the Decatur Chamber of Commerce and reflected his continued commitment to the community.

Mark of Excellence Chevrolet Genuine Leader – James Wood Chevrolet

General Motors awarded James Wood Chevrolet both the Mark of Excellence and Genuine Leader designations in 2011.

These represented two distinct benchmarks within General Motors' performance framework, with the Genuine Leader designation representing a higher level of achievement beyond the core Mark of Excellence criteria.

The Genuine Leader recognition was reserved for a narrower group of Chevrolet dealerships that demonstrated exceptional standards in areas including employee training, dealership processes, and representation of the Chevrolet brand.

Decatur ISD Appreciation of Support

Decatur Independent School District recognized James Wood Motors in 2011 for its support of public education in Wise County.

The recognition came directly from the school district serving the children of Decatur and the surrounding communities.

This award reflected James Wood Motors' continued commitment to supporting education and contributing to the programs and initiatives that benefit students throughout the community.

Business Excellence Award

James Wood Motors received a Business Excellence Award in 2011, recognizing the dealership group's performance as a North Texas business.

The recognition reflected the company's overall operations, community presence, and standing within the Decatur market.

The award recognized more than business performance alone, highlighting the organization's role as an employer, community partner, and established business in North Texas.

Decatur Police Department Outstanding Support and Service to Community Award

The Decatur Police Department presented James Wood Motors with its Outstanding Support and Service to Community Award in 2011.

The recognition honored James Wood Motors for its support of the Decatur community and its contributions to the people served by the department.

This award represented recognition from the local law enforcement community and further demonstrated the dealership group's commitment to supporting Decatur beyond its automotive business.