New Chapter for Tom Kadlec Kia in Rochester

The upcoming 31,700-square-foot dealership is taking shape on Wilder Road NW, just west of the existing Tom Kadlec Honda campus and adjacent to Kadlec Auto Body. This relocation marks a strategic shift away from the city’s traditional “Car Row” along US-52, as the Kadlec family consolidates its automotive empire in a revitalized corridor near US-14 and West Circle Drive.

Construction crews began grading the site earlier this year, and as of mid-2025, the project is moving full throttle. With signage in place and updates shared across social media, the excitement is building for the September 5th grand opening.

A Modern Automotive Experience

The new facility promises more than just fresh concrete and clean windows. According to sources close to the dealership, customers can expect an elevated experience featuring:

• A modern showroom

• Streamlined service operations

• Expansive indoor and outdoor vehicle displays

This move is part of a broader effort to enhance customer flow and unify the dealership’s branding alongside its Honda and body shop counterparts.

Building on a Legacy of Investment

This isn’t the Kadlec group's first major leap. In 2014, the company unveiled a 55,000-square-foot Honda dealership that raised the bar for automotive retail in the region. The upcoming Kia facility will further reinforce the Kadlec group’s long-standing commitment to innovation, convenience, and exceptional customer service throughout southeast Minnesota.

Current Operations Continue

While construction wraps up on Wilder Road, Tom Kadlec Kia remains fully operational at its current location, 4444 Highway 52 North. The dealership continues to earn praise for its customer service, holding a 4.6-star average rating based on over 1,000 reviews. Shoppers can still explore the latest Kia models and receive full maintenance and parts support at the Highway 52 location until the big move.

A Vision Realigned

The move is more than a relocation it's a realignment. By bringing Kia, Honda, and Kadlec Auto Body together in one geographic hub, the Kadlec group is creating a centralized automotive campus that aligns with the evolving expectations of today’s car buyers: convenience, consistency, and quality all in one location.

In an era of growing online car sales, Tom Kadlec’s continued investment in physical retail speaks volumes. It’s a bet on community, relationships, and the value of the in-person experience a philosophy that has kept the dealership thriving for decades.

And starting Friday, September 5th, that philosophy will take center stage in a gleaming new showroom just a few blocks from its legacy, but miles ahead in vision.