 Group 1 Automotive Inc. GPI, 0.26 , an operator of car dealerships, said Wednesday it has named Daryl Kenningham as its chief executive effective Jan. 1, 2023, replacing Earl Hesterberg, who is retiring at the end of the year. Kenningham is currently president of U.S. operations and will become president and chief operating officer with immediate effect, before taking on the CEO role next year. 