Bill Skillman announces new Hyundai and Kia dealerships in Whitestown Indiana

The Town Council of Whitestown, Indiana, convened on April 15, 2025, for a Plan Commission meeting focused on the proposed relocation of two car dealerships to a new site. Bill Skillman, owner of Ray Skillman Auto Group, presented plans for a Hyundai and a Kia dealership to be established on approximately 32 acres of land.

The proposed development will feature individual lots for each dealership, along with a stormwater detention pond. The Hyundai dealership will occupy Lot 1, with a footprint of around 31,000 square feet, designed to include a showroom and mechanical repair facilities. The Kia dealership, located on Lot 3, will have a similar size but will include a larger second-floor office space to accommodate more personnel.

Skillman detailed the layout of the site, which is bordered by Indianapolis Road to the west, Interstate 65 to the east, and includes plans for a new road named Ray Skillman Way to enhance access to the dealerships and future developments. Improvements to Indianapolis Road will also be made, including additional lanes and a smooth transition for traffic flow.

The design of both dealerships will adhere to Hyundai's and Kia's latest standards, featuring precast concrete and spandrel glass. Skillman emphasized that the facilities will not include body shop services, focusing instead on mechanical repairs and vehicle sales.

The meeting concluded with Skillman stating that all construction documents had been reviewed and approved by the town's engineering staff, indicating that there are no outstanding issues. The Plan Commission is expected to vote on the detailed site development plan in the coming sessions, marking a significant step forward for the automotive group’s expansion in Whitestown.