July 13, 2023

The Reynolds and Reynolds Company announced today the acquisition of Xzilon, the industry benchmark for high-performance vehicle protection products. The Xzilon brand is well known in dealership F&I departments and is nationally recognized for its exterior protection products (Carbon Ceramic with Graphene and Diamond Grade 9H Ceramic System), Xmicrobe all-in-one interior protection, and full portfolio of additional industry-leading appearance protection products.

“Much like Reynolds, Xzilon is focused on the success of its customers, innovation, and teamwork,” said Chris Walsh, president of Reynolds. “The company has a legacy of being a leader in its space and continues to develop industry-first products and programs that benefit dealerships and their customers today.”

One such product is the recent development of Xzilon’s TouchScreen+ Glass Modifier program. It is the industry’s first and only warrantied liquid touchscreen protection product. The program is attractive to the EV segment and is gaining widespread relevance with most standard automotive models including larger screen devices. And with the increasing prevalence of screens in all vehicles, the program crosses over between automotive, RV, marine, and powersports segments. Through programs like this, consumers can increase the resale value of their vehicles while decreasing maintenance costs with products that are backed by nationwide warranty protection.

The acquisition highlights Reynolds’ ability to help dealerships retail to their customers where they want to shop. Dealerships will be able to engage customers and sell Xzilon’s valuable products and programs more consistently, whether online through Gubagoo Virtual Retailing, in-store with the help of the docuPAD^® system, or a combination of both.

Xzilon’s staff will remain in place, with Kevin Kahmann retaining the role of president. The company has been exceedingly successful with its customer service and satisfaction since Kahmann took the reins in 2019. The relationships built due to that success will continue to enjoy the familiarity he and his team bring to the table.

“Xzilon is built on tradition and driving the future of vehicle protection products,” said Kahmann. “As we remain proactive in identifying industry trends and helping our clients navigate the industry’s evolution, we’re excited to have the support and scalability that Reynolds provides.”

“Reynolds continues to bring some of the industry’s most innovative minds into the fold,” concluded Walsh. “These companies, and the incredible people who work at them, are helping dealerships realize success not only today but for years to come. Our focus is on the future, where the industry is headed, and how we can help any dealership navigate the changing landscape of retail automotive.”

Colonnade Securities LLC served as exclusive financial advisor to Reynolds and was selected due to its position as the leading investment bank in mergers and acquisitions for the auto F&I industry. This acquisition marks the second F&I transaction Colonnade has collaborated on with Reynolds in 2023.

About Reynolds
Reynolds and Reynolds is a leading provider of automobile dealership software, services, and forms to help dealerships deliver better business results and transform the customer experience. The company is headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, with major U.S. operations in Houston and College Station, Texas, Tampa, Florida, and Celina, Ohio, as well as operations in Canada, the U.K., and Europe. (www.reyrey.com)

About Colonnade
Achieving over $9 billion in successful client outcomes, Colonnade Securities LLC is a leading investment bank focused on the business services and financial services industries. It provides proven M&A expertise with extensive industry knowledge in focused sectors to optimize outcomes for its clients. See more at www.coladv.com